Precision Machining Technology Review: December 2025

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s December 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Grob Systems Inc., Seco Tools, Horn USA Inc., Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. and Datanomix.

Cetec ERP AI Tools Automate Back-Office Operations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Cetec ERP LLC introduces Document Scan & Attach and AP Automation tools to streamline paperwork and invoice processing for manufacturers.

Noroeste de México, región clave para el desarrollo de la industria de semiconductores

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

La Cámara de Comercio de Estados Unidos en México (AmCham Noroeste) destacó que los principales retos de la cadena de suministro en la industria de los semiconductores están relacionados con la disponibilidad de energía, agua y talento especializado.

Aprueban Nueva Ley General de Economía Circular en México

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

El nuevo marco legal busca alargar la vida útil de los productos, disminuir los residuos y promover su recuperación y reincorporación a los ciclos productivos.

Zero-Adjustment, High-Speed Label Barcode Reader

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

The SR-L Series motorless design eliminates the risk of mechanical failure and enables long-term, stable operation.

CheFEM 3 simulation platform being used for LH2 tanks, CCS pipelines and airplane fuselages

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Composite Analytica combines physics-based simulation with select AI features to predict permeation, degradation and failure, reducing testing and development costs.

Mitsubishi Chemical to double Aichi, Sacramento carbon fiber plant production capacity

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Strengthened carbon fiber capacity will support high-end applications in sport, aerospace, hypercar and others in Japan and across the U.S.

Advanced Polymerics Permacorr Coating Mitigates Corrosion Under Insulation

| Products Finishing

Through extensive testing, the chemically bonded ceramic coating designed for carbon steel assets in oil, gas and biopharma industries demonstrated no observable deterioration.

Wittmann Doubles Production Capacity With Chinese Plant Expansion

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

Global plastics equipment manufacturer plans to produce 100 injection molding machines at expanded 20-year-old site, which also features technical training and R&D.
#workforcedevelopment

Tungaloy Coated CBN Grade Boosts High-Speed Cutting Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. introduces the BM05M coated CBN grade, designed for high-speed continuous cuts with enhanced wear resistance.

Nuevas guías ortopédicas en PEEK sustituyen al metal

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Syensqo, Hanisch Medical y TechImport lanzan guías quirúrgicas en PEEK hasta 70 % más ligeras y radiotransparentes, lo que mejora la precisión y la visibilidad intraoperatoria.

Relearning Common Courtesies in the Workplace

Matthew Kirchner | Production Machining

As new members are phased in to the workforce, gentle but firm reminders about workplace etiquette and what is considered respectful behavior can go a long way. 
#workforcedevelopment

Auburn University grows composites research, programs and capabilities via CF3D Enterprise cell

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Auburn’s Applied Research Institute is strengthening its hypersonic initiatives with Continuous Composites and its engagement with government, industry and defense partners. 

Big Dog Adhesives launches Reload adhesive system with reusable cartridges

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Foil-based technology reduces waste, improves workflow efficiency and maintains precise two-component ratio control for composites bonding.

AAMMC Tech Hub competes for $220 million implementation grant

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Tech Hub proposes a pathway from innovation to production in the Inland Northwest through large-format composites prototyping, process validation and workforce training in one consolidated ecosystem.

IC-CNR, ENEA use Avizo Software for CT porosity analysis of CFRP

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Project demonstrates efficiency of X-ray NDT for composite material structural analysis in monolithic and sandwich materials.

Mel Composites delivers hull infusion for Técnico Solar Boat project’s hydrogen-powered boat

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The São Gabriel 01, a culmination of the Portuguese student team’s hydrofoiling vessel expertise and Mel’s bespoke composites package, will race in upcoming international competitions.

SPE ACCE 2026 is now open for papers, sponsors and exhibitors

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Composites remain central to solving the technical demands of next-gen transportation and advancing mobility headed into 2026, the central theme to next year’s technical program.

Joint Project Proves Suitability of Snow Jet Cleaning Technology

Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing

A joint project investigated the material compatibility of the QuattroClean snow jet cleaning technology on product surfaces typically found in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors.

Módulos de sujeción SMW Autoblok APS 138 listos para automatización

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Los módulos de sujeción de punto cero APS 138-E y APS 138-I, de SMW Autoblok, ofrecen repetibilidad inferior a 0.005 mm, alta rigidez y compatibilidad universal con otros sistemas de punto cero.

ABB Robotics' AI Assistant Enhances Robot Programming

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

ABB Robotics introduces the RobotStudio AI Assistant, leveraging generative AI to simplify robot programming and boost productivity for users across industries.

Sabic amplía capacidad de oligómeros PPE para IA y 5G

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La ampliación de la capacidad de Sabic en oligómeros PPE busca garantizar un suministro ágil para PCB y reforzar su oferta de materiales avanzados para IA y 5G.