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ECI Software Solutions Production Monitoring Platform Reveals Hidden Capacity
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: ECI Software Solutions' Amper production monitoring and intelligence platform combines universal IoT sensors, ERP integrations and operator-facing touchscreens to provide real-time visibility across machines, operators and jobs.
Baja California proyecta inversiones por 1,288 millones de dólares en 2026
| Modern Machine Shop México
La cartera estatal incluye 16 proyectos en Tijuana, Mexicali y Tecate, con más de 15,000 empleos directos previstos en sectores como dispositivos médicos, maquinaria y equipo, electrónica, electromovilidad, aeroespacial y manufactura de precisión.
Mazak Advanced Machining Solutions Accelerate Production Output
| Production Machining
IMTS 2026: Mazak Corp. showcases Neo Series machines, Ez Series vertical machining centers, multitasking models and Syncrex Swiss-type lathes with automation.
TaipeiPLAS 2026: tercer evento de maquinaria plástica más grande de Asia
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Con exportaciones taiwanesas de maquinaria para plásticos por 825 millones de dólares en 2025, TaipeiPLAS 2026 llega en un momento de dinamismo sectorial, con 330 expositores y foros de vinculación comercial del 15 al 19 de septiembre en Taipéi.
How To Prepare Your Dehumidifying Dryers for Summer
| Plastics Technology
Seasonal humidity changes can impact the performance of your dehumidifying dryer. Take these steps to help prevent costly failures.
Maag Underwater Strand Pelletizer Boosts Throughput and Process Stability
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Maag’s M²-USG generation of underwater strand pelletizing systems feature a redesigned cutting head, integrated sensors and machine widths up to 1200 mm for throughputs up to 24,000 kg/h.
Composites power the energy transition and the AI economy
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
From record-breaking wind installations to composite conductor cores doubling grid capacity, composites are at the center of the infrastructure driving both clean energy and the digital economy.
MPM’s Second Act: Keeping Injection Molding, Moldmaking in the Midwest
Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology
Larry Austin’s 35 years at a highly successful injection molding company inform much of what he does and doesn’t want in his second act in plastics owning an injection molding company.
High-Volume Machine Shop Accelerates Quality Control with Automated 3D Gaging
Derek Korn | Production Machining
For Xcelicut Precision Machining, this technology offers rapid first-part approval, 3D form measurement, consistent measurements and scalability for high-volume production.
New Owners, New Name For Melt Filtration Innovator
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Hitech continuous melt filtration systems sold to parent company of Extrusion Systems Inc. To be rebranded as Hitech Screen Changers.
Horn Tooling Program Reduces Lead Times on Custom Cutting Tools
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Horn USA's Greenline program processes approved special insert designs through an automated qualification system, shipping USA-manufactured tooling in as little as five business days at no additional cost.
Lessons in AI Deployment from a Networked Contract Manufacturer
Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected
Manufacturing service provider Protolabs applies artificial intelligence at three levels across owned and network capacity spanning 3D printing, machining, molding and more. Its chief AI officer shares lessons and takeaways for manufacturers of any size.
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June 2026 Finishing Index Holds Firm in Expansion Despite Broad Component Cooling
Mike Shirk | Products Finishing
Despite a slight dip to a reading of 56.3, the month marked six months straight above 50, even as production and backlog softened and material costs stayed elevated.
Semi-Consolidated Towpreg Format Balances Flexibility, Bulk Reduction
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Concordia Engineered Fibers’ semi-preg commingled thermoplastic towpreg sits between traditional commingled towpreg and fully consolidated prepreg for advanced TPC.
Western Gage Corp. Air Gage Readout Provides Fast, Accurate Measurements
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Western Gage Corp. introduces the Micro IIi air gage readout featuring a built-in microprocessor and digital and analog displays for ID and OD measurements.
Non-Leaded Steel Leads the Way in Machinability Test
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
Even in conditions better suited to leaded 12L14 steel, a domestically produced non-leaded 1215 steel showed stronger results in turning and drilling, with comparable results in grooving.
TMI Offers Machined Net-Shape Rohacell Foam Core Services
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Technology Marketing Inc. expands its composites offerings with high-precision five-axis CNC machining of Rohacell structural foam core, delivering certified, complex net-shape parts.
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ArianeGroup Secures Long-Term Supply of CFRP Payload Fairings From Beyond Gravity
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Twenty-seven fairings will be sourced for Ariane 6 flight models as the program ramps up to nine to ten missions/year.
Made in the USA, Built for Any Machine: CJWinter's Thread Roll Lineup
| Production Machining
WATCH: CJWinter manufactures thread rolls and replacement dies for nearly every major machine and attachment system. Get American-made precision without overhauling your existing setup.
Pascal Engineering Vise Improves Milling Accuracy
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Pascal Engineering Inc. introduces the CVH double-acting centering vise designed to hold workpieces with high accuracy and repeatability while minimizing tool interference.
Making MMT's "2026 Top 10 Reasons to Be a Moldmaker" T-shirts a Community Moment
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
If you grabbed one of our MoldMaking Technology "2026 Top 10 Reasons to Be a Moldmaker" t-shirts at PTXPO, listen up because we're turning this into a full-blown community moment.
Avantium lleva el PEF vegetal a colchones y tapicería con Heynen
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Avantium y Heynen Systems desarrollan aplicaciones del polímero vegetal PEF releaf en encapsulado de espuma para colchonería y tapicería, con un cojín prototipo presentado en Interzum Forum Italy 2026 en Bérgamo como primer paso exploratorio.