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Life Happens; Then What?
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Life’s disruptions are inevitable, but thoughtful planning, mentorship and people-first strategies help shops stay resilient and protect critical knowledge.
How I Made It: Joseph Alonso, Founder of Novo Modo Machining
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
What is the mindset that leads someone to found a high-end, five-axis job shop? Joseph Alonso, founder of Novo Modo Machining, talks about the lessons he learned leading up to founding his shop.
Cabezal láser AGV-CPO de Aerotech para inspección y micromecanizado de alta precisión
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El cabezal AGV-CPO está diseñado para aplicaciones láser exigentes que requieren alta precisión, estabilidad térmica y trayectorias coordinadas complejas.
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.
Pittsburgh Paints Co. Portfolio Delivers on Tough Environment Coatings
| Products Finishing
New brand delivers primers, topcoats and other innovations for industrial applications, continues 150-year commitment to quality and service.
Engel impulsa el gigamoldeo con una máquina de inyección de alta capacidad
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La fabricación de piezas estructurales de gran formato en la industria automotriz reduce las operaciones de ensamblaje, pero exige equipos con alta capacidad de cierre. La Engel duo 12000 US introduce el gigamoldeo con 110.000 kN de cierre.
Kraiburg TPE mantiene Medalla de Oro EcoVadis
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Kraiburg TPE obtiene por segundo año la Medalla de Oro de EcoVadis, situándose entre el 2 % de empresas mejor evaluadas en sostenibilidad.
IACMI Workforce Development Program Advances Talent Pipeline for Manufacturing Industry
| Modern Machine Shop
America’s Cutting Edge (ACE) eclipses 20,000 online students and 5,000 in-person participants, underscoring the resurgence of interest in American manufacturing jobs.
#workforcedevelopment
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.
InnovMetric, Faro Creaform Integration Enables Direct Data Acquisition
| Modern Machine Shop
InnovMetric, in collaboration with Faro Creaform, provides data acquisition from metrology-grade 3D scanners directly in PolyWorks|Inspector, preserving workflows and unlocking advanced inspection capabilities.
Okuma America Corp. Leader Appointed to AMT - The Association for Manufacturing Technology’s Board of Directors
| Production Machining
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.
Performance of Liquid Paint Vs. Powder Coating
Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing
Comparing powder coating and liquid paint? Performance and cost depend on factors like surface preparation, specific coatings and application details.
What is the future for Owens Corning Glass Reinforcements?
| CompositesWorld
An industry pioneer discusses divergent visions in a global industry, consolidation and growth in Asia, doubling market share and tells a composites sustainability story involving circular fibers.
Precision Machining Technology Review: March 2026
| Production Machining
Production Machining’s March 2026 news highlights include leadership changes, open houses, education programs and more.
'World’s First' 1,000-L PET IBC in Testing Ahead of Debut
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
An Indian company is making test samples of the first 1,000-L IBC on a Cypet machine.
SIMTOS 2026: innovación manufacturera con foco en automatización y AI
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La feria surcoreana reunirá más de 1,300 expositores y mostrará el avance de la manufactura autónoma impulsada por inteligencia artificial.
SmartCAM Software Release Enables Advanced CNC Capabilities
| Modern Machine Shop
SmartCAM v2026's new features include enhanced tool home positions, group functions, mask/hide options, CTK/MCL improvements, rotation support and more for improved productivity.
SmartCAM Software Release Enables Advanced CNC Capabilities
| Production Machining
SmartCAM v2026's new features include enhanced tool home positions, group functions, mask/hide options, CTK/MCL improvements, rotation support and more for improved productivity.
Joby’s first FAA-conforming eVTOL aircraft has taken flight
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Joby takes next steps toward type inspection authorization and type certification, with FAA pilots expected to begin “for credit” TIA flight testing later in 2026.
PPG Aquacron WSP Shop Primer Series Advance Structural Steel Finishes
| Products Finishing
Low-VOC, fast-drying waterborne formulations with a smooth finish and adaptability across environmental conditions support faster finishing with a sustainable focus.
SPE Mold Tech Announces PTXPO 2026 Class of Industry Leaders
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
The awards are presented to individuals who exhibit leadership in their respective craft.
3D Printed Compressors Convert Legacy Pumps for Hydrogen: Pic of the Week
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Compressors play a key role in the supply chain for H2, and 3D printing could be the way to build them smaller and lighter.