Master Bond Dual Curing Adhesive Enables Rapid Fixturing
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
LED422DC90 is an industrial adhesive engineered for high-speed fixturing and bonding of opaque substrates for heat-sensitive components.
#electronics
Blaser Swisslube Partners With Nidec Machine Tool America to Provide Combined Metalworking Solutions
| Production Machining
Blaser Swisslube Inc. and Nidec Machine Tool America announce a strategic partnership designed to help manufacturers achieve higher productivity, precision and process reliability.
AMPP Ambassador Program Expands Global Awareness With Second Class of Ambassadors
| Products Finishing
AMPP Ambassadors, representing a diverse set of technical backgrounds, will serve throughout 2026 to promote corrosion prevention and asset protection worldwide.
Prioritizing Industry Education: How a Surface Finishing Steward is Opening Doors for Aspiring Professionals
Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing
After taking a nontraditional path to success, PF Champion of the Industry Vince Noonan is using his expertise to provide educational and training resources to professionals with varying learning and occupational backgrounds.
#workforcedevelopment
Phillips Federal Awarded U.S. Army Contract for Containerized AM Systems
| Modern Machine Shop
Phillips has entered into a contract with the U.S. Army to deliver containerized Wire Arc Hybrid Manufacturing units, integrating additive manufacturing and CNC machining into a single solution.
Dillon Manufacturing Claw Jaws Boost Machining Efficiency
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Dillon Manufacturing Inc.’s claw jaws are engineered for maximum clamping force and shorter cycle times in turning applications.
Debunking Common Myths in Twin-Screw Compounding: Part 1
| Plastics Technology
Twin-screw extruders, workhorses in compounding for over a century, are often misunderstood. Here are five common myths and misperceptions that can create scaleup and manufacturing challenges.
Your checklist for JEC World 2026
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
What to know before heading to this year’s edition of the world’s largest composites trade event from March 10-12, 2026 in Paris, France.
Adopción tecnológica en la industria manufacturera mexicana
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Los Censos Económicos 2024 muestran el nivel de adopción de tecnologías como robótica, inteligencia artificial, software de análisis de datos, nube, impresión 3D y ERP en los principales subsectores de la manufactura en México.
Quaker Houghton Adds to QH Fluid Intelligence Platform for Fluid Management
| Products Finishing
QH FluidControl XMS 100 and 200 and QH FluidMonitor GQ deliver digitally automated fluid parameter monitoring and control across metals and grinding operations.
Exiting Your Business Without Undermining its Culture
| Production Machining
If you’ve spent years building a manufacturing business in which people feel proud to work and your values show up in how you lead, don’t let your exit erode that.
Grizzly Deburring Machine Streamlines Finishing Processes
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The G0974 deburring machine enables fabricators to work for hours at a time without injury or strain, all while maintaining consistent quality and cleaner shop air.
Endmills Pow-R-Feed M935 de IMCO aumentan productividad en trayectorias agresivas
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Las fresas de extremo de cinco estrías Pow-R-Feed M935 están diseñadas para altos volúmenes de arranque de material y cortes libres en aceros suaves, inoxidables y titanio.
Metalworking Index Closes 2025 With a Slight Uptick
Mike Shirk | Modern Machine Shop
Eyeing a positive 2026, the GBI: Metalworking is primed for a push to expansion.
#economics
Shop Talk: Shop Hazing Rituals
| MoldMaking Technology
Spotting blue and “box stretcher” pranks taught humor, humility and awareness — lessons hidden in harmless laughs.
NC State Awarded Department of War-Funded METAL Hub to Advance US Metals Workforce
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
METAL strengthens and diversifies the U.S. metal manufacturing workforce, focusing on casting, forging and plate rolling.
#workforcedevelopment
Dr. Volker Nilles asume la dirección ejecutiva de Arburg
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Arburg designa a Dr. Volker Nilles como CEO a partir de enero de 2026 y refuerza su estructura directiva y su estrategia de crecimiento global.
eNET Software Update Provides Advanced Monitoring Features
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
eNET Monitoring & DNC’s eNET V10 software features fast report capabilities and enhanced ERP data integration.
Former CEAD experts launch Dutch Boat Factory
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Maarten Logtenberg and Charlène van Wingerden take the helm at the newly established Dutch Boat Factory B.V., inheriting assets to efficiently, sustainably build scalable 3D printed boats.
Atomic-6 composite Space Armor tiles to fly in upcoming spacecraft missions
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Portal Space Systems has purchased the fragmentation-resistant, RF-permeable tiles for initial deployment, testing and future spacecraft design integration.
Ceratizit Face Milling Cutters Enhance Cast Iron Machining
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Ceratizit USA introduces the MaxiMill S-Power series, designed with double-sided indexable inserts and innovative clamping for improved feed rates and surface quality in cast iron applications.