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.