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The CFO Advantage: Strategic Financial Leadership for Manufacturing Growth
Christina Fuges | Manufacturing Connected
Two manufacturing leaders share how fractional CFOs transformed their businesses with better cash flow, banking relationships and financial planning.
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
| GROW
We hear this adage frequently and it is based on a motivational book which was published in early 2000s. Teamwork is certainly a universal component of Gardner; many departments, collaborating and working closely on all aspects of our media output. I wanted to share a particular recent teamwork event and do some serious bragging here . . .
As you know, MoldMaking Technology is now a 6x frequency magazine. Christina, Jann and Aimee had the tricky task of working editorial around the first issue of 2026, always challenging. The sales staff work diligently emailing contracts to their clients in hopes of being approved for the new year.
Shop Tour Video: How to Integrate Additive and Subtractive Machining
Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop
Addman Advanced Metals has scaled from a single 3D printer to 25 while also building out a robust array of subtractive machines. In this video, find out how the shop manages its additive and subtractive workflows — and how it combines the two into a profitable niche.
Monaghan Tooling Group Compensation Nuts Correct Runout Errors
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Monaghan Tooling Group introduces the Easyzero runout compensation nuts in kit form, designed to quickly address misalignment for round tools using ER collets.
An Integrated Desktop Approach to Mold Production, Including 3D Printing
Christina Fuges | Additive Manufacturing
Versatile and scalable additive, machining and molding systems optimize moldmaking operations and support training initiatives.
AkzoNobel 2026 Color of the Year Promotes Emotional Connection in Automotive Design
| Products Finishing
AkzoNobel introduces Rhythm of Blues, a versatile family of blue hues reflecting emotional connection, creativity and personal expression that is shaping the future of driving.
Capacitación en la industria manufacturera: 5 sectores que marcan la diferencia
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Más del 56% del personal capacitado en la industria manufacturera se concentró en áreas estratégicas como producción, ventas y servicios.
AVK Innovation Award submissions are open
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
AVK is accepting submissions for innovations in FRP/composites until March 27, 2026.
Barq Group, Elroy Air sign $200 million JV for Chaparral manufacturing in Abu Dhabi
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Facility establishment by 2028 to manufacture and service Elroy’s autonomous cargo aircraft helps build self-sustaining aerospace ecosystem in the UAE.
Meet the JEC Group Startup Booster finalists for 2026
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The 2026 JEC Composites Startup Booster brings together 20 finalists selected from more than 160 global applicants to present their innovations in person at JEC World on March 10.
Gurit becomes core kit design partner for leading wind turbine OEM
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Five-year supply agreement for Opticore kits through Gurit will streamline the OEM’s process, reduce complexity and unify final designs.
Carbon Axis XCell platform now combines AFP and filament winding processes
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The compact, user-friendly composites manufacturing machine brings two complementary processes together on one platform for industrial users, R&D and technology development environments.
Albany Engineered Composites business segment achieves U.S. DOD CMMC Level 2 certification
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Certification verifies Albany International and AEC meet the cybersecurity requirements necessary to protect CUI across their operations.
Turkish partners form LFAM Center business venture
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Basaran Technology, Otostech and Omniform’s combined additive manufacturing and composites expertise will service defense, marine and architectural industries.
Parts Cleaning Conference Announces Call for Speakers
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
The 2026 Parts Cleaning Conference and Workshop will take place July 7-9 in Columbus, Ohio. Abstracts are due Jan. 30, 2026.
PTXPO for Moldmakers
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Built on moldmaking roots, PTXPO connects manufacturers with technology, processes, buyers and suppliers to help mold businesses grow stronger together.
Drill System Reduces Setup Time, Tool Inventory
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
Tungaloy’s DrillMeister system enables users to build drills for a range of applications with a mix-and-match set of drill heads and tool bodies.
Manufacturing Trends to Watch from CES 2026
Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected
Despite its more obvious focus on consumer tech, the show also featured significant announcements around industrial technology.
Don’t Leave Shopfloor Learning to Time and Chance
| Production Machining
A dynamic and universal standards framework that uses your unique workflow as the basis for your training program can optimize your training efforts.
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Tungaloy Cutter Series Boosts Performance in High-Feed Operations
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The DoFeedTri series features a high-rigidity body combined with double-sided inserts offering six cutting edges, providing cost efficiency and machining performance.
AddMan Acquires Forecast 3D
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
The transaction expands AddMan’s polymer 3D printing production capabilities and digital infrastructure. A regional hub: Forecast 3D’s capacity adds to the company’s existing Southern California presence.
Automation Solution Provides Flexible Loading of Up to Two Production Machines — From Milling to EDM
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
Robot Compact 150 offers an ergonomic loading station for heavy workpieces.