Pic of the Week: Visibly 3D Printed Watch Case

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

This week, LPBF and CAD-based design software help to produce a watch case that is recognizably 3D printed — with visible patterns and assorted latticing. 

AI Adoption: Why We Hesitate, Why We Dive In

Ángela Andrea Castro | GROW

Why do some people embrace AI while others reject it outright? In my research on technological adoption and adult learning, I’ve explored the roots of these contrasting reactions—and why I believe curiosity might be the most valuable skill we can cultivate in the newsroom today (and in almost any field).

Mechanical testing of ceramic matrix composites

Dan Adams | CompositesWorld

Today’s CMC materials, robust and resistant to high temperatures, provide their own set of challenges when determining their performance through mechanical testing.

Mayor estabilidad en operaciones de ranurado con nuevos grados de Tungaloy

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Con la incorporación de tres grados de recubrimiento PVD en sus líneas TetraForceCut y TetraMiniCut, Tungaloy-NTK de Mexico amplía su gama de herramientas de ranurado.

PELEX evalúa PE de alto desempeño para películas estirables

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

PELEX evaluó Exceed m 3516 en películas estirables para paletizado, logrando más resistencia, elongación y eficiencia en máquinas de alta velocidad.

Caron Sensor System Monitors Excessive Bar Feeder Vibrations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

DTect-IT features a real-time monitoring and correction system that detects machining vibration at the spindle and takes immediate corrective action before part quality is affected.

Engineering simulation software, technical expertise supports composite, metallic systems

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: SDA Software presents its composite structures, materials consulting and engineering solutions leadership, delivering mission-critical designs for UAVs, manned vehicles and spacecraft.

Synera and Materialise Collaborate to Streamline Additive Manufacturing Build Preparation

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Collaboration enables Synera users with access to Magics SDK to deploy AM agents that handle design-to-print tasks autonomously.

New Report Says Renewables More Cost Effective in Global Markets

| Valve Magazine

Renewables maintain their cost leadership in global power markets, IRENA’s new report on Renewable Power Generation Costs in 2024 states.

Producción manufacturera crece 1 % en mayo de 2025

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

De acuerdo con la Encuesta Mensual de la Industria Manufacturera, el Volumen Físico de la Producción de la industria manufacturera presentó un incremento de 1 % en mayo.

Your One-Stop Guide to Machining: Suppliers, Specs and Smarts

| MoldMaking Technology

Offering a strong knowledge of both traditional and advanced machining techniques is vital to overcoming various dimensional and finish challenges often associated with mold machining. Access more information about machining in this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list, machining products and more.  

Repurposed carbon fiber waste support closed-loop recycling goals 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Work with Carbon Fiber Conversions, a supplier and a strategic partner, to transform carbon fiber waste into a valuable resource, strengthening both business and sustainability credentials.

Thermwood Five-Axis Features High Clearance for Large Parts

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Max5 large-scale five-axis CNC machine is well suited for producing large components for the aerospace, marine, automotive and construction industries.

Preserve the Craft of Manufacturing as Technology Advances

John Miller | Modern Machine Shop

As the industry continues to move toward a digital future, be sure to reinforce the core fundamentals right alongside it.
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Hands-on composites training, M&P engineering consulting services

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Set up in its new facility in Spark, Nevada, Abaris is highlighting its training capabilities, course offerings, and customer consultation and technical assistance.  
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Optimize Cure Time to Boost Efficiency and Profits

| Products Finishing

Learn how simple curing process changes and innovative technologies can help meet demand without overhauling your system.  

Uplift360 awarded Innovate UK Smart Grant for ChemR recycling

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The grant will support Uplift360’s carbon fiber recycling technology, including a pilot-scale system and real-world demonstrations to support its eventual commercial roll-out.

BYK presents BYK-MAX LS 4128 UV stabilizer 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Additive was developed to preserve properties, surface quality of polyamides, polyolefins (fiber-reinforced and other) under demanding light conditions, minimizing changes in color and gloss.

TotalEnergies and Emerson Sign Strategic Collaboration

| Valve Magazine

The two companies are joining to implement large-scale industrial data collection solutions across Total’s operational sites.  

Automating oxide CMC for higher part volumes

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

FOX Composites has adapted infusion and RTM for slurry-based matrices, commercializing its VASI and IFOX technologies for automatable, scalable, serial production of high-quality oxide ceramic matrix composite parts, already proven in flight missions and a pilot-scale line.

Stratasys Opens New Tooling Center to Advance Access to 3D Printing in Auto Manufacturing

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

North American Stratasys Tooling Center (NASTC), a new collaboration with Automation Intelligence in Flint, Michigan, is aimed at helping manufacturers validate and scale real-world applications of 3D printing in production environments.  

Helmel CMM Enables High-Speed, Autonomous Measurements

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Microstar Model 320-185 CMM features an enhanced drive system with steel- and Kevlar-reinforced drive belts, enabling more aggressive motion parameters.