Chiron Group Appoints New CEO

| Modern Machine Shop

Roman Gaida has been appointed to the role of CEO and will also lead global sales in the future, effective July 1, 2026.

Do Shops Need More Machinists or Better Tooling?

| Modern Machine Shop

Consistent insert accuracy and repeatability can simplify machining, reduce scrap and help shops maintain production despite the skilled labor shortage.
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¿Cuál es el alimentador de barras adecuado para su taller?

Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop México

La necesidad de mecanizado desatendido y la variabilidad en los diámetros y volúmenes condicionan la selección del alimentador de barras. Longitud, capacidad y tipo de carga definen su viabilidad frente a extractores u otras soluciones en distintos entornos productivos.

Cuando el robot entra al taller

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La escasez de operadores y los tiempos muertos limitan el uso eficaz de la capacidad instalada en los talleres CNC. La robótica en mecanizado automatiza la carga y descarga de piezas, mejora la continuidad y la consistencia del proceso, aunque su adopción depende de los procesos, los volúmenes y la configuración operativa.

Eje U en centros de mecanizado amplía capacidades de torneado

Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop México

La necesidad de reducir sujeciones y manipulación en piezas grandes impulsa el uso del eje U en los centros de mecanizado. Esta solución integra el torneado con limitaciones de rpm y tipo de pieza, frente a tornos dedicados a producción intensiva.

MC Tech Days: Materials & Processes for High-Rate Aerospace Manufacturing

Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing

Focused, half-day virtual workshop provides practical insight into the processes supporting high-rate, high-quality aerospace production. Register here

3D Printed Monolithic Catamaran: Pic(s) of the Week

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Caracol and V2 Group collaborated to bring this large-format additively manufactured boat to life, and into the water. 

CCAI Women in Finishing Forum Promotes Professional Growth in 2026

| Products Finishing

The 2026 Women in Finishing Forum, taking place May 4-6, inspires and supports women across the finishing industry with dynamic sessions and networking opportunities.

Calibrador neumático de banco PGA-1000 de Sunnen para monitoreo de calidad en tiempo real

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El sistema PGA-1000 está diseñado para medición confiable de diámetros interiores, con monitoreo estadístico y visualización flexible de datos.

Exportaciones de productos manufacturados crecen 17.1 % en febrero

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El valor de las exportaciones de productos manufacturados fue de 51,775 millones de dólares en febrero de 2026, lo que representó un avance del 17.1 % respecto al año anterior.

Media Luna acopiará de Unicel en Semana Santa

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Esta iniciativa en San Luis Potosí promueve el acopio y el reciclaje de Unicel durante la temporada vacacional.

MicroCare Appoints Director of R&D to Drive Innovation

| Products Finishing

MicroCare brings Dr. Uwe Wanner into the fold to lead global R&D strategy and advance product development in precision cleaning and fluid technology solutions.

New President To Lead KraussMaffei’s U.S. Operations

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

John Fini will succeed Brett Greenhalgh, who’s retiring, as president of the plastics processing machinery supplier’s U.S. subsidiary at the end of May.

Next-Generation Nuclear Reactors Will Need Tougher, More Complex Components

Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected

A nuclear power renaissance is on the horizon, one that will require new and different types of manufactured components.

Swancor, Ban Mao Green Coating turn composites waste into lightweight construction materials

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Stone-like building material series Eco-Stone feature 11% recycled oligomers from recycled wind turbine carbon prepreg that will support Ban Mao’s project efforts in Taiwan.

Avel Robotics signs development contract with Aura Aero for ERA aircraft program

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Partnership covers the design and production of the hybrid-electric aircraft’s wing and its carbon fiber composite structural components.

CAMX 2026 keynote speaker brings leadership, team success strategies to the show floor

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Business builder, leader and advisor Kevin Gaskell takes the stage with tools and techniques to inspire teams, transform organizations and drive performance for companies of all sizes.

EuCIA welcomes Latvian Composite Materials Association as new member

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

LKMA strengthens ties with European composites knowledge, innovation and partners and expands EuCIA’s existing network.

Vestas sets out plans to build nacelle factory in Scotland

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The potential 2029-2030 factory, conditional on securing U.K.-based orders, would become Vestas’ fifth in Europe dedicated solely to offshore wind turbine nacelles and blades.

Cortec EcoLine Paint Remover Provides Fast Removal With High Bio-Based Content

| Products Finishing

EcoLine Surface Reveal provides a cost-effective starting point for powerful bio-based industrial paint strippers that do not contain methylene chloride or NMP, ensuring more responsible coating-removal methods.

ECOCE mantiene alianza estratégica con Plastics Recycling LATAM

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La alianza entre ECOCE y Plastics Recycling LATAM 2026 fortalece la agenda de reciclaje de plásticos y de sostenibilidad regional.  

Post Cure: 3D printed plastic, composite mouthstick designs assist limited-mobility users

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Three M Tool and Machine has used its in-house additive manufacturing capabilities to rethink medical devices like mouthsticks, which must be stiff, lightweight and comfortable enough for everyday use.