Commercial aerospace order calls for Hexagon Agility Type 4 tanks
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Inaugural order will see the delivery of high-pressure carbon fiber cylinders from Hexagon Agility’s Lincoln facility through 2026.
Avances en tecnologías de inteligencia artificial aplicadas al mecanizado CNC
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
La inteligencia artificial se ha integrado en el mecanizado como una herramienta operativa para enfrentar paros no planificados, tiempos de programación elevados y variaciones de calidad. Analizamos algunas aplicaciones que ya están al alcance de los talleres metalmecánicos, desde software CAM asistido por IA hasta soluciones de control de proceso y mantenimiento predictivo.
Register for the Aerospace and Defense Workshop at IMTS 2026
| Additive Manufacturing
Registration is now open for the half-day event focused on additive manufacturing for Aerospace + Defense applications.
Aduro inicia operaciones en planta piloto NGP
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La planta NGP ejecuta pruebas con residuos plásticos y valida la tecnología Hydrochemolytic rumbo a la instalación FOAK.
Crecen las exportaciones de aeronaves, vehículos espaciales y sus partes en 2025
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El valor de las exportaciones del capítulo "Aeronaves, vehículos espaciales y sus partes" fue de 1,075.8 millones de dólares en 2025, lo que representó un crecimiento del 45.1 % con respecto al año anterior.
AkzoNobel Eco+ Products Provide Measurable Sustainability Benefits
| Products Finishing
The Eco+ designation brings together powder coating solutions from the Interpon and Resicoat portfolios that qualify in at least one of six defined sustainability benefits for finishers.
Plataforma de Verisurf mejora la eficiencia de la manufactura digital
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Verisurf 2026 refuerza módulos de CAD con MBD, medición, construcción, análisis, automatización e ingeniería inversa, con mayor interoperabilidad y compatibilidad de dispositivos para cerrar el ciclo entre diseño y calidad.
10 Years of Plastics Technology Top Shops
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
For the last decade, the survey, which is open until March 31, has gathered data, undertaken analysis and delivered insights to help injection molders improve operations.
Bally Ribbon Mills presents 3D woven composites expertise
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2026: Film-infused 3D woven joints, woven thermal protection systems (TPS) and woven composite 3D structures are presented at BRM’s booth.
Multitasking Machines Scale Up Setup
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
Job shops don’t mass produce parts — they mass produce setups. Here’s how Sanks Machining has streamlined setup in its shop.
Zeiss Industrial Quality Solutions Announces Leadership Change
| Production Machining
Hendrie Viktor has been appointed to the position of president at Zeiss Industrial Quality Solutions. He has over 20 years of experience at Zeiss, most recently serving as vice president of sales.
Bonded fastening meets the digital factory
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
Automation and XR tools aim to scale adhesive fastening for composites at next-gen aerospace production rates.
Industrial CT System Enables Fast Shop Floor Inspection
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
LK Metrology Corex 250 is designed for non-destructive internal inspection of complex parts in seconds.
Multitasking Machines Scale Up Setup
Julia Hider | Techspex
Job shops don’t mass produce parts — they mass produce setups. Here’s how Sanks Machining has streamlined setup in its shop.
Seco Tools Finishing Grade Extends Tool Life
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The TS0501 finishing grade provides optimal tool life, surface finish and reliability in demanding aerospace and energy applications.
Haltec Makes the Case for Standard Tools
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Learn why this manufacturer of air valves and inflation systems switched from custom tools to off-the-shelf tools to machine its precision product components.
Ready CMM Line Provides Fast Inspection Results
| Modern Machine Shop
Ready’s Run lineup of CMMs provides immediate measurement data to help manufacturers prevent deviations, reduce scraps and shorten setup times.
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| MoldMaking Technology
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Star SU Gear Tools Feature Specialized Coating for High-Volume Production
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Star SU introduces Alcrona EVO coating technology across its gear cutting tool portfolio, improving wear resistance and tool life.
The Hidden Culprits of Coating Failures
| Products Finishing
Uncover the real culprits behind coating failures, from dust illusions to inconsistent surface energy, even when everything else seems fine.
GBI returns in strength with a January expansion
Mike Shirk | CompositesWorld
Several key components powered the Index’s strongest reading in more than three years.
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New Advisors Strengthen Industry Insight and Voice
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
New board members bring hands-on expertise, leadership and innovation to guide our coverage of moldmaking’s evolving challenges and opportunities.