Too Old for the Form, Too Good to Ignore

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Our “30 and Under” Honors Program celebrates young professionals who are shaping the future of manufacturing. Occasionally, we encounter a candidate whose drive, innovation and leadership deserve recognition — regardless of their age. One such individual is Andrea Gruber.

Craftsman Cribsheet No. 143: 3D Printing Technology for the Shop

David Wynn | Production Machining

Exploring the various 3D printing technologies and how they relate to work in our shops.

Maag To Debut Gear Pump for Rigid PVC

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

New pump, along with pelletizing and screen changer enhancements highlight display.  

Plater Thrives After Putting Out Fires

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

This 95-year-old plating shop experiences rapid growth on the heels of economic hardship and outliving three major fires that destroyed property, but not its spirit.

DN Solutions Acquires Heller to Boost Global Machine Tool Market Presence

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

DN Solutions integrates Heller Group, leveraging a 130-year legacy to enhance machining center technology and expand customer reach.

Muratec Fabrication Duo Supports Intelligent Parts Handling

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Murata Machinery USA Inc. introduces the MF30510HL punch press/fiber laser and FG3015 sorting loader for lights-out sheet metal fabrication.

Pasivado de acero inoxidable: métodos, ASTM A967 y mejores prácticas

| Modern Machine Shop México

El pasivado de acero inoxidable es clave para asegurar resistencia a la corrosión y desempeño fiable. El problema surge por variables de proceso: tiempos y temperaturas inadecuados, contaminación y cloruros que favorecen el ataque flash. La solución exige limpieza previa, elección entre ácido nítrico o cítrico, control de parámetros clave y cumplimiento de ASTM A967.

Shell To Provide Charter Next Generation With Advanced-Recycled PEs

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Film processor to utilize recycled PEs in demanding applications. CNG also launches matte-finish MDO sustainable film line.  

Resinas plásticas y reciclaje: claves del 12° Foro ANIPAC

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

El 12° Foro de Materias Primas de ANIPAC analizó tendencias en PP, ABS, PET y PE, así como retos económicos, reciclaje y el papel de México en el mercado global.

Must Love Dogs (and 3D Printing)

| Additive Manufacturing

By Mary Cecile (MC) Neville, Director – Strategic Partnerships & Industry Relations at AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, which owns and operates IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show

Six Days. One Show. Achieve the Impossible at IMTS 2026

| Additive Manufacturing

By Michelle Edmonson, Vice President, Exhibitions, AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, which owns and produces IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show.

Gjenkraft to build pyrolysis-based commercial recycling plant

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Up to $6 million in secured funding will address the company’s goals to turn wind blades into valuable second-use materials.

AM Group adds carbon fiber composites capabilities via UBC Composites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The purchase of composite parts, model and toolmaking specialist UBC Composites will expand AM Group’s high-end automotive offerings, and give new opportunities in other demanding industries.

Teijin Automotive Technologies rebrands to CSP

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A new logo, tagline and continued North American operations reflects Teijin Automotive’s transition to a standalone, privately held company focused on innovative composite solutions.

Rocket Lab opens Launch Complex 3 for Neutron rocket debut

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Fourth launch site constructed in under two years will be exclusively used for Rocket Lab’s upcoming medium-lift composite rocket Neutron.

TRB Lightweight Structures acquisition strengthens Kineco Group's global rail business

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Kineco builds up its rail-focused brand in India, and better positions TRB to improve efficiencies and enter new geographies.

Servo-Electric Core-Pulling Units Benefit Injection Molding

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

Servomold to introduce SLY-type core pulls with ball-screw drives to position slides, cores and plates with micron-level accuracy.

TAFE invierte 280 millones de pesos en Aguascalientes

| Modern Machine Shop México

La empresa Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE) inauguró una planta de ensamble en Vesta Park, Aguascalientes, en la que generará 250 empleos.

Platinum Tooling Lineup Provides Machining Flexibility

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Platinum Tooling’s premium lines include live tools and angle heads from Heimatec, Swiss-type collets/guide bushings from Tecnicrafts, mechanical, air and motor spindles from Henninger and Quick knurling and marking tools from Hommel + Keller.

Reciclaje avanzado de plásticos: tendencias y retos a 2040

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

ResearchAndMarkets.com presenta proyecciones, barreras y oportunidades del reciclaje avanzado de plásticos, con un análisis competitivo de 188 empresas globales.

Universal Robots Simulation Software Streamlines Deployment

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

UR Studio enables users to build 1:1 online simulations of robot work cells and simulate every key aspect of their setup.

Medical Device Finisher Preps for Every Contingency

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

Surgical Coatings created a custom shop that not only is a much-needed expansion but is a modified facility that stands ready for natural disasters, equipment breakdowns and other unexpected events.