Dürr and Partners Develop Dry Coating for Electrodes, Prepare for Industrial Pilot Projects

| Products Finishing

X.Cellify DC, proved via a proof of concept, surpasses traditional wet coating in terms of reduced active waste and improved processability. Now, the companies are seeking pilot partners.
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Platinum Tooling Quick-Change Tooling System Boosts Machine Utilization

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc. introduces the Haas multitool, designed to improve setup times and operational efficiency for CNC lathe users.

A New Form of Collaborative Automation

Julia Hider | Manufacturing Connected

SPS Atlanta 2025 showcased a shift in the automation industry from closed ecosystems to open platforms, enabling more accessible automation for small- and medium-sized manufacturers.

Pic of the Week: Faster Lightweighting Through AI

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

An AI model can help designers get to the best lightweight solution faster — by presenting a limited number of optimal solutions.  

Automating Complete Workholding Changeovers for Turning

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Robotic loading of all workholding elements is perhaps the next logical step to create fully automated yet flexible machining cells for CNC turning centers even when batch sizes are small.

Indexable Mold Date Inserts Promise Quick Install, Greater Accuracy

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

Steel ball stopper mechanism improves positioning accuracy along with resistance to gas and heat, PCS Company says.   

The Automation Industry Embraces Openness at SPS Atlanta

Julia Hider | Manufacturing Connected

SPS Atlanta underscored the industry’s shift towards collaboration, promoting communication technologies and platforms that put the power to automate in the hands of the end user.

Brocas de carburo sólido de Emuge para acero, inoxidables y microperforaciones

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Emuge-Franken amplió su programa de brocas con nuevas líneas especializadas para aceros, inoxidables y microdiámetros, que incluyen mejoras en geometría de filo, evacuación de viruta y refrigeración interna.

Call for Nominations for PF's 2026 40 Under 40 Program

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Help us honor 40 young innovators under 40 who are helping redefine the future of surface finishing.
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Q&A: Antimony-Free Alternatives for Flame-Retardant ABS

| Plastics Technology

Price shocks, volatility, regulation and trade uncertainty are affecting ATO and, by extension, workhorse resin ABS. What alternatives exist for processors?
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Aeromech opens training center, launches comprehensive aerocomposites training course

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Aeromech Training Centre in Brisbane aims to build a robust, sovereign composites workforce for defense and aerospace through an industry professional-developed course offered in a portable delivery format.

Embraer, Mahindra Group form strategic alliance to introduce C-390 Millennium to India

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The composites-intensive military transport aircraft will be jointly promoted in India with the establishment of local manufacturing, assembly, supply chain and MRO capabilities.

The Latest Cybersecurity Threat Could Be Coming Through Your Contact Form

Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected

What you need to know about “ZipLining” and how to protect your business from the latest social engineering scam.

Nuevas brocas de alto rendimiento para barrenos profundos

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Kennametal amplió su línea KenDrill HPR con modelos 12×D y 50×D, diseñados para ofrecer mayor precisión, vida útil prolongada y mejor evacuación de viruta en aplicaciones exigentes.

Controlling Overspray With Automated, Manual Equipment

Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing

Controlling the spray of powder is critical for accuracy and safety in powder coating processes. 

3D Fiber Tethering for rapid fabrication of continuous fiber composites

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

CarbonForm’s 3DFit technology combines robotic, continuous fiber 3D printing and winding to produce small, high-strength, complex parts — like drone frames — in as little as 10 minutes.

Heule Holemaking Tool Enhances Precision on Uneven Surfaces

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Heule Precision Tool’s Comp V3 is designed for drilling and countersinking uneven surfaces without marking, well suited for aerospace and others where critical finishes are required.

Building Strong Industry-Education Bonds Through Dedicated Collaboration

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

High school educators often struggle to connect with businesses willing to partner, but creating a meaningful collaboration to address the skills gap demands ongoing effort and open dialogue. Electroform and Hononegah High School in Rockford, IL, demonstrate this through their steadfast commitment to a true partnership.
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Exportaciones de productos manufacturados crecen 15.7 % en septiembre

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En el noveno mes del año, el valor de las exportaciones de productos manufacturados fue de 52,370 millones de dólares. Los avances más importantes se observaron en las exportaciones de maquinaria y equipo especial para industrias diversas.

Cortec Appoints CorteCros EVP for Global Growth

| Products Finishing

Ivana Radic Borsic has been named executive vice president and managing editor for Cortec subsidiary CorteCros, leading strategic expansion and sustainability from European hub.

Ribbon Blender Optimized for Efficient Powder Handling

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Ribbon blenders meet tough standards for quality and long-term performance. 

Craftsman Cribsheet No. 145: Resin Printing for the Shop

David Wynn | Production Machining

Resins are a developing field and enable the creation of unique manufactured products.