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Championing Teamwork: Industry Steward Finds Success in Community Engagement
Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing
With a long-standing passion for manufacturing and a team-player attitude, Andrew Kossowski, a PF Champion of the Industry, is making strides in the metal finishing industry due to his customer-, community- and employee-focused approach to operating Veterans Metal.
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Blasting Away Profit? The Real Costs of Inefficient Abrasive Blasting
| Products Finishing
From wasted media to safety risks — how an inefficient abrasive blasting operation can impact your business.
Calibradores de tres puntos para medición precisa de orificios
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop México
La verificación de orificios de precisión es esencial en sectores como automotriz, aeroespacial y biomédico. El desafío consiste en medir diferentes diámetros y tolerancias sin incrementar costos ni comprometer la repetibilidad. Los calibradores de tres puntos resuelven este reto con cabezales intercambiables, autoalineación e indicador digital en el taller.
CloudNC Software Streamlines Fixture Design
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
CloudNC’s Soft Jaw Designer reduces setup times for soft jaws.
Sistemas de sujeción inteligentes: precisión y flexibilidad para el mecanizado
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La evolución de los sistemas de sujeción ha transformado el papel de la fijación en el mecanizado. De simples accesorios pasaron a convertirse en soluciones estratégicas que reducen los tiempos de preparación, mejoran la repetibilidad y les permiten a los talleres responder con agilidad a la producción flexible. Hidráulicos, neumáticos, modulares o de punto cero, estos sistemas son hoy protagonistas en la búsqueda de mayor productividad y precisión.
La sujeción: el eslabón que define la calidad del mecanizado
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
En mecanizado, la sujeción de piezas suele pasar desapercibida, pero afecta productividad y calidad. Si fallan tolerancias, aumenta la vibración o el set-up consume la jornada, el origen suele ser la fijación. La respuesta técnica reúne punto cero, hidráulica/neumática y modularidad, más gestión de portaherramientas y estandarización para reducir tiempos, ganar repetibilidad y estabilizar el proceso.
Korean researchers develop 3D printed CNT sensors for health monitoring, flexible electronics and smart textiles
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CNT-based nanocomposites are optimized specifically for vat photopolymerization-type 3D printing, maintaining high stretchability and electrical conductivity.
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Industrial robot install strengthens Loop Technology composites automation delivery
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The robotic and automation specialist adds the FANUC M-2000iA 2300 to its facility, capable of lifting bulky castings, large-scale dies and molds and more.
Japan-German business matching event opens synergies in international composites development
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
In cooperation with Kanazawa Institute of Technology’s ICC, GCC, NCC and Composites United, a delegation of German companies from Oct. 20-24 will explore potential partnerships, technology exchanges and business opportunities with Japanese companies.
IMCO Carbide Tool End Mills Boost Productivity With Aggressive Tool Paths
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
IMCO Carbide Tool Inc. introduces the Pow-R-Feed M935 five-flute end mills, designed for higher metal removal rates and free cutting action in mild steels, stainless steels and titanium.
Industria de moldes impulsa a Querétaro como hub nacional
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Meximold 2025 reunirá innovación, capacitación y networking en Querétaro, el principal hub mexicano de la industria de moldes y troqueles.
PLASTICS, SPE To Merge
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Unified organization to represent the entire plastics supply chain in a merger expected to be finalized by year-end.
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Choosing the Right Robot for Your Plastics Manufacturing Application: 3-, 5-, or 6-axis?
| Plastics Technology
This guide from ARI helps you determine whether a 3-, 5- or 6-axis robot is best for your plastics manufacturing needs, outlining key use cases and expert tips for optimal performance.
Maximizing Milling Operations With the Right Cutter
| Modern Machine Shop
Selecting milling cutters that are suited to the task at hand can reduce cycle times, improve part quality and save money. Here’s where three milling cutters excel.
MAAG Group completa compra de SIKORA AG
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
MAAG Group finaliza la adquisición de SIKORA AG para ampliar su presencia global y ofrecer soluciones innovadoras a diversas industrias.
Sames Canada Becomes Independent Subsidiary
| Products Finishing
Sames North America introduces Sames Canada Industrial Ltd., offering greater agility to serve local markets, expand support and tailor products to Canadian industries.
All-in-One ISBM Machine for Hot-Fill, Returnable/Refillable PET Bottles
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
At K 2025, Nissei ASB shows off its first 1.5-step machine for PET bottles with preform injection, double-blowing and heat-setting.
PT Tech Days Continue With the Changing World of Plastics Recycling
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Day 4 presentations will include Tomra, AMP and Canon Virginia, focusing on feedstock management for recycling success.
Lubrizol Presenting Thermoplastic Polyurethanes for Specialty Applications
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Innovations include Estane ZHF 87HP8 TPU for cable manufacturers.
Cimatron integra diseño y mecanizado de moldes
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
Meximold: Cimatron permite desarrollar moldes complejos en un entorno unificado que optimiza diseño, simulación, manufactura y gestión de cambios de ingeniería.
Starlinger logra aval FDA para tapas de PP reciclado
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La FDA autoriza el uso de tapas de polipropileno reciclado en envases de bebidas con el proceso recoSTAR dynamic de Starlinger.
Probing Possibilities for Wire EDM
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Probing options for setting up electrical discharge machining equipment range from simple to sophisticated. Here are a few options for wire machines, the most common type of EDM units I find in production shops.