How to Put AI to Work in EDM

| MoldMaking Technology

AI streamlines EDM with dashboards, NFC integration, data extraction, wire cutter design, G-code optimization and tool setter enhancements.

In the News: Farsoon Europe Opens Innovation Center

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The Sindelfingen, Germany, facility will serve as the company’s European headquarters and a hub for industrial AM development. The impact: The site will help customers achieve series production readiness, supply chain resilience and more. 

Finishing Industry Sees Strong Gains in October

Mike Shirk | Products Finishing

Broad-based improvement across components drove the Finishing Index nearly into expansion.

Expansion streak continues for Composites Fabricating Index

Mike Shirk | CompositesWorld

A reading almost level with September indicates continued positive conditions for the composites market.

Best Technology Automates Passivation System for High-Volume Metal Finishing

| Products Finishing

Introduction of a rail-mounted gantry automation for passivation and surface finishing provides consistency and efficiency for regulated manufacturing environments.

Roman Stone EZ-Key reinforced precast concrete product line builds construction project efficiency

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The turnkey line, which includes EZ-Key Duct Banks and Vaults, targets construction modernization, labor shortages, challenging schedules and tight budgets.

Shawmut Insights system enables automotive textiles, composites LCA visibility

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Shawmut Corp. is helping its automotive partners make smarter material choices through high-resolution environmental data for warp knit headliner composites, laminated fabrics and other textile systems.

AZL JPP initiative to benchmark composite rotor sleeve materials, manufacturing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Wet filament, towpreg and laser-assisted tape winding under real-world test conditions aim to identify optimal design and production routes.

ExxonMobil, Fraunhofer ICT to validate efficient composite vehicle component production via HP-RTM setup

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Commissioned HP-RTM dosing unit and mold is operational for Proxxima system-based composite trials at Fraunhofer ICT and available to support industry trials.

Importación de máquinas para operaciones de acabado crece 17.6%

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Entre enero y septiembre de 2025, el valor de las importaciones de máquinas para operaciones de acabado aumentó un 17.6 % con respecto al mismo periodo del año anterior.

Modular, hybrid machining centers with intelligence for complex composites

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Machine Tool Camp’s purpose-built systems combine CNC machine centers and robots with specialized machining tools, clamping and configuration, automating steps before and after, including data integration, to empower manufacturers for the future.

Staffing and Workforce Development Ideas

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Here, industry experts suggest ways to bolster your staff and their talents through onboarding to upskilling.
#workforcedevelopment

Innovación y transformación verde marcan Chinaplas 2026

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Del 21 al 24 de abril, Chinaplas 2026 reunirá en Shanghái a más de 4,600 expositores con soluciones en plásticos, automatización y economía circular.

Video: 3D Printed Polymer Composite Tool Riser Wins Against Aluminum Casting

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Plastics specialist KraussMaffei applies its own large format additive manufacturing (LFAM) equipment to produce tooling risers in polymer composite as an alternative to metal.

Gannon & Scott Joins Metalor Technologies, Strengthens Precious Metal Refining, Recovery Offerings

| Products Finishing

Becoming a wholly owned subsidiary will build on Gannon & Scott’s strengths while opening up new resources and business opportunities.

Gardner Business Index - October 2025: 49.2

Mike Shirk | Gardner Intelligence

The Gardner Business Index (GBI) 

AON3D adds Multiphysics Process Optimization to Hylo 3D printer

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Physics-based model combined with Basis software dynamically adjusts deposition rates based on part geometry without exceeding a material’s melt-fracture limits while cutting print times by as much as 54%.

Mazak Turning Machine Enhances Part Processing Versatility

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Mazak Corp. introduces the Quick Turn 450MY multitasking CNC turning center with an extended bed length option for processing extra-long workpieces.

Datanomix ERP Bridges Gap Between Planning and Production

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Datanomix’s Universal ERP Connector enables users to bring together planned data from their ERP systems and automatically match it with real-time machine performance on the shop floor.

ACMA’s first Composites Evolution event addresses technologies, policies and business strategies

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Two-day program held in October connected composites manufacturing innovation, policy and performance to help companies future-proof their operations.

Nabrawind celebrates 10 years of wind technology dedication

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Spanish-based company enters a phase of exponential growth driven by the large-scale implementation of its wind turbine-supporting products.

Composite morphing wing advances intelligent, gap-free, step-free movement for greater efficiency

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Within the morphAIR project, the DLR Institute for Lightweight Construction has completed ground testing and finalized the first HyTEM morphing wing as it prepares for flight test on its PROTEUS unmanned aircraft.