Avient Colorant Chromatics PEEK Provides Biocompatibility in Health Care Applications
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Precolored compounds and colorants for medical devices.
Conair Names New Head of Customer Care
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Jared Helfrich to direct the efforts of the machine builder’s growing customer care group, combining its existing parts and service and repair organization with a new range of fast-growing customer services.
Mahr Height Gage Provides Reliable Measurement Performance
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Digimar 816 CLT height gage is equipped with an intuitive touchscreen, ergonomic handles and dynamic measuring functions, designed to offer performance and ease of use.
Products Finishing Index Shows Improvement as New Orders Strengthen
Mike Shirk | Products Finishing
Growing automotive demand and rising future expectations point to a stronger 2025.
OSG End Mills Perform in Range of Applications
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The company has expanded its ExoCarb WXL-CR-EDS, A Brand AE-HFE-H, A Brand AE-N and Phoenix end mill series.
Producción de autopartes crecería 2.42 % en 2025
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Gabriel Padilla, director general de INA, dijo que para 2025 se espera que la industria de autopartes alcance una producción de 127,500 millones de dólares.
ANIPAC proyecta crecimiento y desafíos para el plástico en 2025
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
La industria del plástico en México avanza con una tasa de reciclaje líder en Latinoamérica y un crecimiento del 3% en 2024. Nearshoring y sostenibilidad son algunas de las claves para 2025.
Nueva línea de reciclaje de PET sin presecado en Ester Industries
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Ester Industries instala un sistema Gneuss OMNI 200 en su planta de Hyderabad, India, para reciclar PET a grado alimentario sin necesidad de secado previo.
Herramienta de fresado Horn con diseño modular para cambios rápidos
| Modern Machine Shop México
El sistema DG modular de Horn permite cambios rápidos de cabezal para reducir tiempos de configuración y costos de producción.
United Grinding Apprenticeship Program Receives Recognition From US Department of Labor
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
United Grinding North America now has the opportunity to partner with the U.S. Department of Labor to shape apprenticeship expansion and diversification in the industry.
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Radalytica advances multimodal 3D robotic scanner for composites, future aircraft inspection
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Radalytica continues to develop its RadalyX nondestructive testing (NDT) system, merging diverse imaging methodologies for inspection in laboratories to aircraft hangars.
Shapeways Restarts with a Renewed Focus on Creating a Stable, Customer-centric Company
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
New leadership team acquires key assets, including the Shapeways name and its original Eindhoven production facility, and is set to take the company into its next chapter.
CNC Control Offers Moldmaking Precision and Process Reliability
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
MD&M West 2025: Heidenhain Corp. highlights its TNC7 CNC control, engineered to tackle the specific challenges of moldmaking with a focus on precision, efficiency and flexibility.
5 Common Electroplating Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Electroplating requires adherence to process control and maintenance procedures — here are some common missteps to avoid.
Building Out a Foundation for Student Machinists
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
Autodesk and Haas have teamed up to produce an introductory course for students that covers the basics of CAD, CAM and CNC while providing them with a portfolio part.
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Directors Appointment Expands ChemQuest Operations
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Two new directors, Ty Dawson and Meghan Patel, will contribute to ChemQuest Group’s operational excellence.
Polymers Foundation Names First Recipient of Joe Bennett Award
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
UNC Charlotte junior Sarah Kim wins award named after well-known North Carolina molder and moldmaker.
MMT Chats: The Hidden Obstacles Holding Your Business Back (and You Don't Even Know It) Part 1
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
MMT Editorial Director Christina Fuges gets the personal stories of two small to mid-sized manufacturers who discovered how to unleash the hidden potential of their shops and pave the way for financial growth and long-term success.
STADLERconnect: innovación digital para plantas de reciclaje
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Stadler lanza Stadlerconnect, una solución digital que mejora la eficiencia de plantas de reciclaje con análisis de datos y control del flujo de materiales.
Ineos Lustran 532 ABS Tailored for Furniture Edging
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
New ABS grade offers processability, medium gloss, and stable color base for self-coloring, tailored for furniture edge bands.
Rotary Atomizer Enables VOC-Free Color Changes
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Dürr’s EcoBell4 Pro enables mixed two-component paint systems to be directly fed into the atomizer's return system with a reduced VOC count.
Keeping It In The Family — Succession Tips From Those Who Lived It | Part 1
Carli Kistler-Miller | Production Machining
PMPA members share some tips to avoid getting burned when passing the business torch from one family member to another.