Fighting Rust on Powder Coated Furniture

Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing

Getting rust on powder coated steel outdoor furniture? Products Finishing columnist Rodger Talbert explores the problem and potential solutions in this helpful Ask the Expert column.

The Role of Abrasive Honing Technology in Modern Manufacturing

| Production Machining

Despite their widespread use, engineered abrasives are frequently thought of as simple one-size-fits-all tools that are easily interchangeable. This oversimplification masks the true potential of abrasive technology.

Máquina láser de United Grinding optimiza el procesamiento de herramientas de precisión

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El modelo Vision Laser, de United Grinding North America, diseñado para aplicaciones con herramientas brasadas, ofrece cortes sin astillado y geometrías complejas sin consumibles.

Compact Surface Roughness Tester for Easy, Accurate On-Site Measurement

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Advanced technology ensures accurate roughness evaluation, conforming to the latest ISO 21920 standards.

Vibration Compensation for Robot-Based 3D Printing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Technology company Ulendo has developed a tool to compensate for vibration in robotic arms used for 3D printing. One potential benefit? The chance to use robots that are smaller and lower cost, without sacrificing print quality.

eNET Software Update Provides Advanced Monitoring Features

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

eNET Monitoring & DNC’s eNET V10 software features fast report capabilities and enhanced ERP data integration.

Mexicanos desarrollan protocolo SRCI para unificar control de robots industriales

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Ingenieros del Tec de Monterrey presentan la primera demostración en América del protocolo SRCI, un estándar que permite operar robots industriales de distintas marcas a través de una sola interfaz.

What Makes for 'Perfect' Control in Tubing Extrusion?

| Plastics Technology

Extrusion is nothing without in-process measurements. But what you do with those measurements can mean everything to transforming yields and profitability.  

Ransohoff Promotion to Build Industrial Cleaning Relationships

| Products Finishing

Dale Bowden’s elevation to national sales manager will spearhead Ransohoff’s efforts to expand its presence in underserved markets.

How Industrial Molds Conquered a Complex Impeller Fan Mold Challenge

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Expert engineering team overcomes complex impeller fan mold challenges through innovation, precision and collaborative problem-solving.

5 Tips for Machining Nickel-Based Alloys

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Choosing the right tools and processes can maximize tool life and reduce production time when machining these tough materials.

CloudNC Software Streamlines Fixture Design

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

CloudNC’s Soft Jaw Designer reduces setup times for soft jaws.

Socios tecnológicos de la edición Diciembre 2025 de MMS México

| Modern Machine Shop México

Conozca a los proveedores líderes en tecnologías y servicios que acompañan la edición de diciembre de 2025 de Modern Machine Shop México.

ASTRO America Forges Partnership with Colorado School of Mines, University of Guam

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The partnership brings a four-year mechanical engineering degree program to the island. The bigger picture: The initiative is part of the GAMMA initiative supported by the Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base program aimed at strengthening additive capacity in Guam. 

ASTM Standard Opens Path for Nondestructive Mechanical Testing Method

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

ASTM Standard E3499-25 recognizes Profilometry-Based Indentation Plastometry (PIP) as an alternative to destructive methods. The impact: PIP does not require separate test samples to be manufactured, speeding qualification and reducing waste. 

Southeast Nonwovens veils enhance modern composite structures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Ultra-lightweight, isotropic layer, available in a variety of fibers and matrices, improves surface quality, enhances interlaminar strength and enables high-performance composites without adding significant weight.

Sandvik Coromant Profiling Geometries Provide Process Security

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

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. 

People in composites: November 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dieffenbacher, C.R. Onsrud, Orion S.A., AVK, HTMS and OPmobility spotlighted promotions, new hires and member additions in November.

Production Machining's November 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s November 2025 news highlights include strategic partnerships, an educational tooling program, new company leadership and more.

Sistema de portaherramientas Kennametal BTKV30 para mecanizado de alta velocidad

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Kennametal amplía su plataforma de portaherramientas BTKV con el modelo BTKV30, diseñado para el mecanizado de piezas pequeñas en los sectores aeroespacial, médico, de petróleo y gas, transporte e ingeniería general.

Agile Thermoformer Finds More Speed, Revenue With Additive Manufacturing

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Active in both thin- and thick-gauge markets — not to mention rotomolding — Lindar tacks on additive manufacturing to slash lead times for prototype molds and fixtures.
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Kuka AMR Streamlines Transport of Heavy Loads

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The KMP 3000P features an omnidirectional drive that provides maximum flexibility in tight spaces, with the capacity to transport loads up to three tons in any direction.