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Precision Additive LPBF Printer Enables High-Speed Metal Printing with AI Integration
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Precision Additive introduces the PA-300 laser powder bed fusion printer, which combines proprietary SSLM laser technology and artificial intelligence to produce components for defense and aerospace applications.
Renewable Lubricants' Coolant Features Specialized Formulation for Range of Applications
| Production Machining
Renewable Lubricants’ Bio-SynXtra line reduces smoke and mist while providing optimized extreme-pressure and antiwear protection.
3M Expands Xtract Cubitron II Film Disc 775L Range With Fine Grades
| Products Finishing
Expanded product line with grades up to 1,000 improves scuffing, topcoat preparation, coating refinement and rework applications.
Big Daishowa Tool Balancing System Optimizes Cutting Performance
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Big Daishowa provides the Speroni STB Aequilibria line, which helps tooling achieve higher speeds, higher chip removal rates and better surface finish.
SMW Autoblok Mechatronic Grippers Feature High Gripping Forces
| Production Machining
The MOTIACT MX-L 335 compact long-stroke and MX-L 520 long-stroke grippers are designed for end-of-arm-tooling automation with heavy workpiece weights.
Dillon Pie Jaws Provide Maximum Contact Area for Reliable Performance
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Dillon’s full-grip jaws provide a solid gripping surface which yields more friction for drive with reduced part distortion.
Advancing bonding, coating and sealing to 4.0 systems for composites, metals and more
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Brighton Science uses decades of experience, 2-second surface measurements and a framework of data-based specs and KPIs to help manufacturers advance toward reliable, predictable bond quality for faster, high-performance production.
Cámara Digital Sight 100 de Nikon para microscopios industriales
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La cámara Digital Sight 100 permite obtener imágenes de alta definición y facilita la visualización, el registro y el intercambio de información en aplicaciones industriales.
Tips for Cleaning Oily Parts
| Production Machining
Degreasers are the best option for cleaning parts machined with oil. Vacuum degreasers are recommended for cleaning complex parts.
Automatización: clave para escalar la proveeduría
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La presión por aumentar el contenido regional y la sofisticación productiva está acelerando la adopción de automatización en proveedores automotrices en México, especialmente en niveles Tier 2 y Tier 3.
Okuma America Corp. Leader Appointed to AMT - The Association for Manufacturing Technology’s Board of Directors
| Modern Machine Shop
Jim King, president, CEO and COO of Okuma America Corp., has been appointed to serve on the board of directors for AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology. His term will begin on April 8, 2026.
10 Patterns Shaping Machine Shops Right Now
Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop
Across Modern Machine Shop’s recent reporting, the same operational pressures keep appearing in shops of all sizes. From quoting speed and software scrutiny to workforce visibility and repeatable setups, these patterns reveal how manufacturers are actually making decisions right now.
When Life Happens: Will Manufacturing Survive the Moments Its Employees Experience?
| MoldMaking Technology
Manufacturing faces a retirement crisis as baby boomers exit. Human Asset Management helps companies prepare for inevitable workforce transitions and unexpected departures.
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Axtra3D Unveils Axtra Workflow, a Fully Connected, Validated Ecosystem
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
The AM ecosystem links build setup, printing, postprocessing, inspection and data-driven traceability into a single production backbone.
Tungaloy Inserts Provide Consistent Performance in Complex Turning Operations
| Modern Machine Shop
The Y-Pro Series is expanded to include YCGT inserts featuring a 25-degree corner angle for enhanced profiling and undercutting performance.
Flying carbon fiber electric vessel maker Candela raises €30 million amid soaring oil prices
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Its largest-ever funding round, serial production in progress and a second facility for scalable, platform-based serial production demonstrate the continued interest and promise of Candela’s electric foiling technologies.
Joby 2025 financial results show strong liquidity, supporting near-term eVTOL launch plans
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Joby continues to stand as an eVTOL developer with a credible path to commercialization, combining certification leadership, government alignment and early operational planning.
Laser tech investment builds up Web Industries’ Denton production capacity
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Broader processing capability growth provides ability to serve fast-paced, high-demanding markets with Tier 1 quality.
Composites sustainability wins: ISO 14001 certification, Platinum EcoVadis rating, emissions reports
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Gurit, Orion S.A., Exel Composites and Polestar improve environmental performance and transparency through facility certification, the release of sustainability and carbon footprint reports, and assessment momentum.
FACC to set up additional high-tech plant by 2029, doubling current aerostructure capacity
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Increased structural component production rates for existing and future projects will benefit from the St. Martin site in Upper Austria, which will operate with a high degree of automation and novel technologies.
Star SU Hob Cutter Enables Precision Gear Hobbing on Swiss-Type Machines
| Production Machining
Star SU introduces the Louis Bélet 8100 Series hob cutter, designed for fine-pitch gear cutting in microtechnology applications across watchmaking, automotive and medical markets.
Fail No More: Hot Runner Valve Gate Design Eliminates Seals, Cooling
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Westfall Technik’s MHS says its patented pneumatic actuator technology represents a paradigm shift from the standard design’s need for seals and cooling.