Horn Chipbreaker Geometry Optimizes Chip Control

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Horn USA Inc. introduces the 1A chipbreaker geometry for the 274 tool system, enhancing process reliability during grooving and parting off on sliding-head lathes.

Criterios técnicos en transformación de plásticos para mayor estabilidad

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

En planta, pequeñas variaciones en el proceso producen diferencias importantes en la estabilidad, los ciclos y la calidad de la pieza. Este especial demuestra que la transformación de plásticos depende tanto de parámetros operativos como del diseño de sistemas auxiliares y de criterios de ingeniería. La revisión de cinco análisis técnicos muestra cómo comprender esas variables ayuda a sostener la productividad y la competitividad.

ICYMI: December 2025 Roundup

| Plastics Technology

Like a sumptuous holiday feast, PT’s readers were served up smorgasbord of content in the final month of 2025. Tuck into the latest articles you might have missed during this festive season.

Mitsubishi Software Package Monitors Machine Data in Real Time

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Designed for seamless integration with the Mitsubishi Electric M6 Series NC control, the IMA Citizen M6 Adapter captures live machine data, enabling manufacturers to make smarter, faster decisions without replacing existing equipment.

Fresas Greenleaf Capstone-360 con punta cerámica y mango de carburo

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La línea Capstone-360 combina la velocidad de las fresas de cerámica maciza con la estabilidad de un mango de carburo.

Top 10 CompositesWorld plant tours

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

These top-performing plant tour articles shared by CW editors betwen 2023-2025 highlight top industry players’ composites excellence, dedication to innovation and focus on ramping up production.

Manufactura avanzada: desarrollos para el taller moderno

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Procesos como la electroerosión, el fresado inteligente, la programación CAM, la manufactura aditiva y la metrología avanzada están elevando el desempeño del mecanizado mediante mayor estabilidad, precisión y rapidez. Este especial examina nuevas tecnologías y desarrollos, con datos y casos reales, para aportar criterios útiles a talleres que evalúan capacidades y oportunidades de inversión.

Dürr Low-Pressure Spray Gun Improves Industrial Paint Application

| Products Finishing

The EcoGun Ace Pro has been redesigned to be 23% lighter, more ergonomic and require fewer parts than its predecessor.

Tráfico aéreo comercial en México se duplicará en las próximas dos décadas

| Modern Machine Shop México

Un informe de Airbus señala que para acompañar este incremento se prevé que la flota de aviones comerciales necesaria crezca 64 %, con aviones de pasillo único liderando el volumen.

Zimmermann Gantry Milling Machine Enables Modular Flexibility

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Zimmermann Inc.’s FZP37 gantry machining center is designed with a modular structure for customizable operating ranges and compatibility with various CNC controls.

Relearning Common Courtesies in the Workplace

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

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. 
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Socios tecnológicos de la edición Noviembre - Diciembre 2025 de PT México

| Plastics Technology México

Conozca a los proveedores líderes de tecnologías y servicios que acompañan la edición de noviembre – diciembre 2025 de Plastics Technology México.

AkzoNobel Invests in €50 million Aerospace Coatings Expansion

| Products Finishing

Through 2030, AkzoNobel is upgrading its Waukegan, Illinois, facility and adding warehouse space in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, to improve supply capabilities for aerospace customers.

Canada bitumen carbon fiber facility completes installation of Harper International scientific line

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Alberta Innovates, as part of its new research center, commissioned and installed Harper’s carbonization line with 3 kilograms/day capacity.

Pro-Set acquires European licensing partner Wessex Resins and Adhesives

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

U.K. player follows Gougeon Brothers acquisition in May, enhancing Pro-Set’s infusion, laminating, tooling, coating and adhesive systems market position.

European Maritime Safety Agency selects Airbus Flexrotor drone

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

VTOL uncrewed aerial system will operate maritime surveillance missions for the first time in Europe.

Sandvik Coromant Profiling Geometries Provide Process Security

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Sandvik Coromant expands its Corocut 2 portfolio with geometries tailored for profiling in demanding materials and for parting-off operations that require greater process reliability and productivity. 

Keramikblech oxide CMC to be transferred to Haldenwanger in 2027

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

After 32 years of OCMC leadership, Walter E.C. Pritzkow Spezialkeramik will close at the end of 2027 with all Keramikblech expertise and further development to be delivered by Haldenwanger from 2028 onward.

Anemoi rotor sails to help Union Maritime chemical tankers beat IMO 2030 targets

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New-build vessels equipped with wind-based composite rotor sails will surpass 20% GHG emission reduction goals during operation.

People in composites: December 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Principle Power, Hydrograph Clean Power, Building Composites LLC, the KraussMaffei Group, Archer Aviation and Anemoi Marine Technologies announce internal changes headed into 2026.

Ceratizit Solid Carbide Drill Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Ceratizit USA introduces the WTX-Uni and WTX-Deep Uni drill ranges, offering versatile solutions for high-performance drilling across multiple materials with a focus on efficiency and eco-friendliness.

Multilayer TPC achieves electrically conductive, gas-impermeable fuel cells at 100 microns

Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld

Carbon ID hydrogen fuel cell bipolar plates for aerospace combine contradictory properties for a corrosion-free alternative designed for 1 million m²/year production.