BASF Ultramid Advanced N for High-Voltage Connectors

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Nonhalogenated flame retardant boosts safety and durability of high-voltage connectors in electric vehicles.

Lights, Camera, CNC Tool Alignment

Derek Korn | Production Machining

The latest version of a noncontact tool alignment system for Swiss-type lathes, which stays permanently installed in the machines, can enable shops to set up tools on-center faster using a camera compared to traditional methods.

Wichita State, Dassault Systèmes Open Manufacturing Innovation Center

Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing

Aviation companies of all sizes will be able to improve their resilience and efficiency via the center’s virtual design, automation and additive manufacturing capabilities.

ECOCE impulsa reciclaje en Día del Medio Ambiente

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

La edición 2025 del Día del Medio Ambiente llama a actuar contra la contaminación plástica con acciones sostenidas y corresponsables.

L.S. Starrett Gage Features Rugged Construction

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The No. W4900 Wireless Digital Electronic Indicator features digital and analog readouts in the same indicator, wireless output and many other specialized, customizable features.

Engineered solutions for dust, fume challenges

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Eurovac’s objective is to design, develop and supply quality dust and fume extraction systems for customers, backed by a comprehensive facility, knowledgeable engineering team and growing distribution network.

Fibclick Highlights AI-Based Approach to Automated AM Production

Ginger Gardiner | Additive Manufacturing

Fibclick is using an AI-based approach to automate the creation of 3D printed dies and guiding tools for composites manufacturing.

Hand Polishing Practices on Hardened Steel

| Products Finishing

When preliminary polishing is required, the standard technique is to prepare the surface with an 80-grit polishing belt, removing surface defects and burrs, handling damage and contouring part morphology.   

Why Choose a Valve-Gated Hot Runner?

| MoldMaking Technology

Moldmakers need to be aware of how different gating technology can affect their customers when designing a hot runner system into a mold.

Angels Aircraft launches pre-seed round to build Archangel UAV

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

First scalable, flight-ready prototype will incorporate high-rate composites manufacturing, a blended wing airframe and an autonomy-first architecture.

Airbus completes first A350F wingset in Broughton

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The wingset was formed as part of the company’s first A350 freighter test aircraft, set to serve the highly anticipated demand in passenger and freight markets.

Hartzell’s carbon fiber Pathfinder is approved for Aviat Husky

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Three-blade composite propeller has received supplemental type certification and can replace existing two-bladed propellers on Husky aircraft models.

Vivace delivers fuel tank hardware for Talon-A test vehicles

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

In its partnership with Stratolaunch to advance U.S. hypersonic capabilities, Vivace has provided both composite and metal tanks for the TA-1 and TA-2 in the past year.

Acciona Energía’s Forty Mile wind farm begins operations

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The renewable energy company’s largest wind facility built to date in North America features 49 Nordex turbines each with a capacity of 5.7 megawatts.

Women in Plastics Event Debuts at K 2025 Oct. 12 in Düsseldorf

Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology

The “Women in Plastics” event will debut at K 2025 on Oct. 12 at 4 p.m., where participants will have the opportunity to learn from others’ experiences and build valuable networks.

Flexible CNC Control Maximizes G-Code Precision and Productivity

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Due to the NC capabilities and added functionality of Hurco’s WinMax G-code programming control, shops that are comfortable with CAM software can use their existing programs and don’t have to change their current processes to increase productivity and profitability.

When Will We See Humanoid Robots on the Manufacturing Floor?

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

The robotics industry faces three technical challenges as it moves from single-purpose platforms to a general robotics platform that can work in manufacturing and beyond.

The Cut Scene: Integrated Machine Tending Cell Using AI, Vision and AMRs

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

A vision-guided KUKA robot paired with AMRs and AI fleet software enables flexible machine tending and bin picking for both high-mix shops and high-volume operations.

Faster Swiss-Type Setup is a Probing Issue

| Production Machining

Perhaps no other technological development has impacted setup time reduction on Swiss-type lathes more than automatic tool probing functions. 

IPG Photonics Appoints Senior VP of Global Laser Systems

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

More than 20 years of industrial, medical and high-tech market experience will support Mira Sahney in her new role at IPG.

Sistemas de laminado CJWinter: protección optimizada y mayor durabilidad

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Los sistemas de laminado de extremos, de CJWinter, están diseñados para adaptarse a diámetros de rosca desde #6 hasta 1 3/16” y diversos tamaños de mango.

AMT Launches Aftermarket Coloring Capsules, Blasting Media Compatible with DyeMansion Systems

Jann Bond | Modern Machine Shop

High-performance, cost-effective consumables designed for compatibility with DyeMansion DM60.