In Memorium: Alfred Schenkmann, Schenkmann & Piel

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

Schenkmann & Piel co-founder, and closely associated with the wood-based panels industry, Schenkmann passed away at the age of 87.

Diagnosing Defects: Determine True Root Cause Before Adjusting a Process

| Plastics Technology

Common defects can have common causes — flash equals worn mold shutoffs, right? Except when they don’t. Trust your eyes, but verify the root cause before adjusting a process.  

Overcoming the Bottleneck to Customized Manufacturing: Quoting

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Spokbee’s software-as-a-service platform is shaving months off of the quoting and pricing process for 3D printed and other types of configurable products.

AMAIZE AI Co-Pilot para manufactura aditiva ahora disponible para Autodesk Fusion

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

AMAIZE les permite a las empresas de diseño y manufactura imprimir en 3D componentes complejos en forma rápida y eficiente.

La importancia del flujo en la manufactura de alta complejidad

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Un reporte de McKinsey & Company señala que satisfacer la demanda es un reto cada vez mayor en la manufactura de alta complejidad.

MMT Chats: ‘Block and Tackle’ to Build Future Leaders

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges catches up with Editorial Advisory Board member James Jergens to discuss mentorship, leadership, troubleshooting and technology.

5-Axis Machining Centers Transform Medical Swiss Shop

Lori Beckman | Production Machining

Traditionally a Swiss machine shop, Swiss Precision Machining Inc. discovers a five-axis machining center that has led the company to substantial growth. (Includes video.)

Horn Milling Tools Feature Double-Edged Carbide Insert

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

Horn is expanding its milling tool portfolio to incorporate types for PTO shafts.

Plating Industry Figure Dominick Nole Passes Away at 91

| Products Finishing

Dominick Nole leaves behind life-long contributions in metal finishing, including his role in associations like MFANC and founding Alta Plating.

Cabka destaca en sostenibilidad con su Informe Anual 2023

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Cabka, especialista en embalajes de transporte reutilizables, logra categoría 'oro' en EcoVadis y supera metas de economía circular con 89% de materia prima reciclada.

PLASTICS Issues Plastics Equipment Statistics for Q1 2024

| MoldMaking Technology

Covering injection molding and extrusion shipment data, the report indicates a decrease in shipment value, though PLASTICS’ chief economist says growth is still inevitable.

Firefly Aerospace selected to demonstrate launch, on-orbit services for DOD

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Firefly to conduct trade study for up to two demonstration missions, proving capabilities to rapidly launch its carbon fiber Elytra vehicles and support on-orbit missions beyond GEO.

Custom Robot Solutions for Stack Mold Applications Enable Fast Cycle Times

| MoldMaking Technology

Wittman has developed dual high-speed top-entry robots to improve molding reliability, as well as achieve shorter cycles and long intervals between maintenance.

SAMPE North America reveals 2025 leadership team

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Global impact and innovation goals for the advanced materials sector are being prioritized with a new executive cabinet, past president representative and directors.

How to Use a Disciplined Approach to Mold Simulation from the Plastics Point of View

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

What follows is a Q&A with Adam Narkter, MMT EAB member and Diversified Technologies International (DTI) business development manager.

Thyssenkrupp Materials Services Opens New Facility in Texas

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The new service center in Sinton, Texas supports the materials and supply chain management needs of manufacturing companies across multiple markets in the region.

Sales Is Not A Sprint, It’s A Marathon

Carli Kistler-Miller | Production Machining

Successful salespeople know that the sale is as much about the relationship as it is about the product or service.

Linetec Welcomes New Additions to Operations Team

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

Tim Sager and Luke Kroening have been named director of operations and operations manager, respectively.

Heule Spot Facing, Counterboring Tool Provides Flexible Machining

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Solo L tooling system for spot facing and counterboring is well suited for a wide range machining applications.

The 3D Printed Part Protecting Drivers in the Indy500

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 takes place on May 26. This year, the cars on the track feature a new 3D printed component: the next generation of the titanium top frame that holds the aeroscreen and protects the driver in the event of a rollover. 

Red de Clústeres de Querétaro presentó plan operativo

| Modern Machine Shop México

El objetivo del mapa de ruta “Rumbo al Futuro: Nuestra Visión para la Red de Clústeres” es promover la innovación y diálogo entre el gobierno, la academia y la empresa.

Esenttia inaugura planta de resinas recicladas en Colombia

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La nueva planta de Esenttia en Tocancipá, municipio cercano a la capital colombiana, producirá 12 mil toneladas anuales de resinas plásticas recicladas.