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CEPAL: México puede convertirse en un referente manufacturero de la nueva geopolítica global
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
La ubicación estratégica, la integración con Norteamérica y una sólida base industrial colocan al país en una posición favorable para captar nuevas inversiones productivas.
Junker Group Modular Machines Enhance Grinding Flexibility
| Production Machining
IMTS 2026: Erwin Junker Machinery Inc. presents its Platform 3 modular grinding machine series and the new Junicor corundum grinding solution.
Carbon TPC Bike Frame With Reversible Joint Connection Surpasses Classic Racing Bike Challenges
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
3D printed titanium lugs and carbon TPC profiles joined minus adhesives or fastener elements enable material-, energy- and cost-effective recreational bike frames.
Yasda PX50i mantiene la precisión dimensional durante operaciones prolongadas
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
IMTS 2026: El centro de mecanizado de cinco ejes con sistema multipallet integra control del desplazamiento térmico, un almacén de hasta 513 herramientas y un cambiador automático de 18 pallets para producción automatizada.
Legacy, Quality and Relationships Power Top Shop Success for MPP Group
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
With a nearly 90-year legacy, this family-owned zinc plater and architectural anodizer achieved a first place ranking in Products Finishing’s 2026 Top Shops Plating & Anodizing category.
3D Systems Enables First FDA Clearance for Implant from a Point-of-Care Institution
| Additive Manufacturing
3D Systems' collaboration with the Defense Health Agency (DHA) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's 3D Medical Applications Center (3D MAC) results in FDA premarket clearance for the 3D MAC Titanium Cranial Plate System — the first FDA-cleared implant granted to a point-of-care institution.
A Conversation with Federated Insurance: Why Mental Health Matters in the Workplace
Carli Kistler-Miller | Production Machining
An emotionally healthy workforce contributes to a business’ success.
#workforcedevelopment
Infor Software Suite Accelerates ERP Implementation for Discrete Manufacturers
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Infor introduces the Velocity Suite, delivered on Infor CloudSuite Industrial Enterprise, featuring Industry AI Agents, Agent Orchestration and Agent Factory capabilities purpose-built for industrial and metalworking manufacturers.
Plastics Processing Index Contracts Again in July While Production Rises
Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology
The GBI Processing Index contracted by 1.8 points in July, but at 53.7 remains in growth territory.
#economics
BARplast in Distribution Partnership for Polyamide-Imide Materials
| Plastics Technology
BARplast LLC has entered into a distribution partnership with Toray Resin Co. for the TI-5000 Series of polyamide-imide materials, broadening its high-performance polymer portfolio for customers across North America.
ANCA Tool Grinder Supports Connected Regrinding Workflow to Reduce Carbide Consumption
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: ANCA demonstrates a workflow integrating the MX7 Ultra CNC tool grinder, Zoller Genius measuring technology and Aims Connect software.
Starrag Machining Center Expands Capacity for Aerospace, Defense Manufacturer
| Modern Machine Shop
Seyer Industries orders a second Starrag STC 1800 machining center to increase capacity for large titanium, stainless-steel and high-performance-alloy components in aerospace and defense applications.
Nomura Dual-Spindle Mill Enables Precise Micro-Hole Machining
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Nomura DS introduces the S-500D ultrasonic micro-hole machining center, which pairs HSK-E32 tooling with 38,000-rpm direct-drive ultrasonic spindles for improved surface finish in hard materials.
August's Most-Read on MoldMaking Technology
Cara Ready | MoldMaking Technology
From shop-floor case studies and additive manufacturing scaling to sales alignment and knowledge retention — here's what MoldMaking Technology readers clicked on most in August.
Lloyd's Register Verifies International's ISO 19030 Vessel Performance
| Products Finishing
AkzoNobel’s International brand’s marine coatings performance analysis methodology has been independently verified, providing a consistent framework for assessing hull and propeller performance across the shipping industry
People in Composites: August 2026
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Pultron Composites, Vestas, Exel Composites, Michelman, ZeroAvia and Dieffenbacher appointed new members or promoted internal employees in August.
UNITED MACHINING SOLUTIONS at IMTS: 18 Machines; 5 New to IMTS; 4 Global Unveilings
| Production Machining
Discover 9 new machines from United Machining Solutions debuting at IMTS 2026, including global unveilings in grinding, EDM, milling and laser processing.
UNITED MACHINING SOLUTIONS at IMTS: 18 Machines; 5 New to IMTS; 4 Global Unveilings
| MoldMaking Technology
Discover 9 new machines from United Machining Solutions debuting at IMTS 2026, including global unveilings in grinding, EDM, milling and laser processing.
Supply Chain Intelligence: How Manufacturers Are Using AI to Predict, Adapt and Stay Ahead in a Disrupted Market
Mike Sibley | Modern Machine Shop
AI-driven tools can help organizations can make more dynamic decisions based on real-time conditions. The result is often improved working capital management and stronger operational flexibility.
#economics
Heavy-Duty Aqueous Parts Cleaner Targets Remanufacturing Operations
| Products Finishing
FABTECH 2026: Kyzen Corp. showcases Metalnox M6356, a water-based cleaning chemistry formulated to remove heavy oils and burned-on carbon from steel and aluminum components.
Mobile Blast Cabinet Systems for Steel, Aluminum and Specialized Substrates
| Products Finishing
FABTECH 2026: Fortress Abrasive Blast Systems showcases portable and cabinet blast equipment engineered for surface preparation across manufacturing, fabrication and heavy maintenance applications.
Thermoset Powder Coatings With Color Consistency, High-Performance Finishes
| Products Finishing
FABTECH 2026: Vitracoat highlights its thermoset powder coating portfolio, featuring application efficiency improvements, architectural color offerings and small-batch capabilities for manufacturers across North America.