Hybrid Air Vehicles, Defentia Sign Collaboration Agreement for Airlander 10
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Memorandum of understanding will explore strategic collaboration in Spain, targeting sustainable aviation and dual-use opportunities in European markets.
Kennametal Modular Drilling Inserts, Turning Geometry Expand Capabilities for Steel, Cast Iron and General Machining
| Production Machining
IMTS 2026: Kennametal introduces the KenTip FS HP insert and the Widia -MU geometry turning insert, targeting improved tool life, chip control and shop-floor flexibility across a range of drilling and turning applications.
Tungaloy High-Feed Milling Series Reduces Cost Per Edge for Mold Machining
| MoldMaking Technology
IMTS 2026: Tungaloy-NTK America's DoFeedTri features double-sided inserts with six cutting edges and is designed to improve stability and productivity in complex moldmaking operations.
New Senior Director of Marketing Joins MicroCare
| Products Finishing
Kevin Castonguay is a skilled marketer who will enhance MicroCare’s brand awareness amongst customers.
IMTS Success Starts With a Plan
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
With exhibitors across four buildings, planning your IMTS visit ahead of time will help you get the most from your time at the show. This year’s IMTS show planner includes agentic AI to get you started.
Kennametal amplía el barrenado modular y el torneado con dos geometrías
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La punta KenTip FS HP está orientada al barrenado de acero y fundición, mientras que los insertos Widia con geometría -MU cubren operaciones de acabado, torneado medio y semidesbaste.
Takumi Bridge Mill Boost Performance in Die/Mold Applications
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Takumi USA showcases the H12E machining center, demonstrating the machine's capabilities by cutting a forging die.
Milliken amplía capacidad de producción para su clarificante Millad ClearX 9000
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Milliken arrancó la producción comercial de Millad ClearX 9000, con capacidad dedicada, para garantizar el suministro constante de su clarificante de quinta generación para polipropileno, orientado al empaque, bienes de consumo e industria, sin afectar la productividad del proceso.
July's Most-Viewed Products on MoldMaking Technology
Cara Ready | MoldMaking Technology
From five-axis machining centers and CAD/CAM upgrades to ejector pins and AI-powered ERP tools — see the IMTS showcase products that caught moldmakers' attention in July.
Romi combina torneado multitarea con carga robotizada
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
IMTS 2026: El centro de torneado GL250M integra herramientas motorizadas y automatización, mientras que el torno CNC C470 está orientado a piezas que requieren estabilidad estructural y precisión dimensional.
Where Machining Precision is a Family Tradition
Derek Korn | Production Machining
This century-old manufacturer is a case in point of how company culture and openness to adopting new technology paves the way to success.
De costos laborales a manufactura inteligente: el giro de la industria de electrodomésticos
| Modern Machine Shop México
ENCLELAC 2026 abordará cómo la inteligencia artificial, la automatización y el análisis de datos están redefiniendo las plantas del sector, en un momento en que la ventaja competitiva de México deja de depender solo del costo.
Retrofit Kit Brings Robotic Lamination to Existing Robot Cells
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Cevotec debuts the Samba Step Retrofit Kit, enabling robotic draping, stamping and forming motions for composite layup on curved and geometrically complex parts.
There is No Future for AI Without Industrial AI
Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing
Physical AI, the manifestation of artificially intelligent systems in physical assets, starts at the line and the time for finishers to act is now.
Harmoni coordina máquinas, personal y datos del piso de producción
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
IMTS: El Factory Orchestration System combina información de máquinas, control del tiempo, integración con ERP, dispositivos RFID y asistentes de inteligencia artificial en una sola plataforma.
Babyplast presenta tres soluciones de microinyección en Meximold
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Babyplast exhibe en Meximold 2026 la 6/10P horizontal, la 6/10VP vertical para insertos y las UAI para multicomponente: tres soluciones compactas para la producción de microcomponentes, con huella mínima de planta, pistones intercambiables y conectividad Modbus TCP.
Reifenhäuser Expands U.S. Presence
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Adds six hires to strengthen service and sales capabilities for extrusion in North America.
SMW Autoblok Chuck Automates Jaw Changes for High-Mix Production
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: SMW Autoblok features the KNCS-matic quick jaw change chuck, offering automated jaw replacement via industrial robot and compatibility with the company's Motiact MX-S mechatronic grippers.
PFAS Free PPAs are Advancing, But Processing Adjustments Still Critical
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
As non-PFAS polymer processing aids for blown film extrusion evolve, approaches to using them and maintaining equipment are as important as ever.
Omega TMM Tool Presetter Offers Ergonomic Measurement Control
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Omega TMM introduces the Sedeo, a three-axis CNC tool presetter designed for seated operation with joystick control and expanded snap-gauge and large-diameter capability.
Sloky limita el par para uniformar el apriete de tornillos
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
IMTS 2026: Los adaptadores preajustados interrumpen la transmisión de fuerza al alcanzar el par establecido, con el propósito de proteger tornillos, roscas, insertos y herramientas de corte.
Midaco Industrial Air Filtration System Improves Airborne Particulate Management
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Designed for manufacturing environments, the Midaco AFS2200 continuously circulates and filters shop air to help reduce airborne dust, smoke and fine particulate generated by machining, grinding, welding and fabrication operations. Available as a mobile unit on heavy-duty casters or with optional ceiling-mount brackets for overhead installation.