MMT Chats: One Mold Builder's Strategic Diversification Journey
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Dave LaGrow discusses Maximum Mold Group's evolution from a single shop to a diverse manufacturing enterprise with four distinct facilities.
Pic of the Week: 3D Printed Copper Cold Plate
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
A chemistry-based fabrication process makes it possible to manufacture copper devices with complex geometries, in the form best suited to the application.
#electronics
Grupo Geocad presenta tecnología Micro-stress en Meximold
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Grupo Geocad destaca en Meximold 2024 su tecnología Micro-stress que permite una fabricación de moldes más eficiente y sostenible.
MoldMender Micro Welder: Precision Mold Repair Without Heat or Hassle
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
Micro welder is ideal for fine mold repairs that require dimensional integrity.
Tecnologías de pelletizado y filtración de MAAG en K 2025
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
MAAG Group exhibirá en K 2025 nuevas soluciones en pelletizado, extrusión, filtración y reciclaje, con foco en eficiencia, sostenibilidad y calidad del proceso.
Elinor Coatings Launches Aurora Center to Enhance Extreme Weather Material Testing
| Products Finishing
Elinor Coatings introduces the Aurora Center for Extreme Weather Materials, expanding research and testing capabilities for harsh environment solutions in Fargo, North Dakota.
Spirit enters definitive agreement with CTRM for Malaysia facility, businesses
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Acquisition transaction entered into previously announced merger agreement will make Composites Technology Research Malaysia (CTRM) an important asset to Boeing and Airbus programs.
UniSQ, iLAuNCH Trailblazer program drive digital twin innovation for composite repairs
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Working with Boeing Australia, Memko and Dassault Systèmes, the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) has developed a digital twin via the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, digitizing processes that could lead toward more efficient and effective maintenance, repair and operations of future fleets.
Hot Runner System with Three-Platen Design Reduces Stack Height
Jessica Pompili | MoldMaking Technology
Mold-Masters features its optimized PET-Series hot runner system. Its three-platen design can improve geometric thermal balancing and reduce plate bowing to enhance preform quality.
2025 Benchmarking Study Highlights Manufacturing Challenges and Opportunities
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Manufacturers face declining confidence, rising costs, and cautious investment in 2025, but efficiency, cost control and sales agility offer opportunity.
#economics
Tecnologías de reciclaje mecánico de Lindner en K 2025
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Lindner presentará en la K 2025 tecnologías clave para optimizar el reciclaje mecánico, la eficiencia energética y la calidad en aplicaciones industriales exigentes.
Video Tour: Inside the American Precision Museum
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
Where did precision manufacturing begin in the U.S.? What led to it, and how has it changed? Join us on this tour of the American Precision Museum, where Executive Director Steve Dalessio tells us the story of precision manufacturing’s birth — right from the place where it happened.
Episode 59: An Interview With Jeffrey Halonen, Steelhead Technologies
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Jeffrey Halonen of Steelhead Technologies discusses solutions for a paperless shop floor.
Fryer Lathes Provide High Rigidity for Large-Part Machining
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Fryer Machine Systems’ ET-LC lathes are built for small-batch turning of large parts.
Tecnología i3 MicroClean 2 para limpieza criogénica de moldes
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Cold Jet presenta en Meximold 2025 la i³ MicroClean 2, equipo de limpieza criogénica con mayor eficiencia, conectividad IoT y funciones para estandarizar procesos.
Nueva certificación en alta tecnología impulsa la industria aeroespacial en Baja California
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
La certificación, presentada por la Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, busca formar talento especializado, impulsar la innovación y apoyar la expansión de empresas en la región.
Centro de torneado-fresado M70 MILLTURN: potencia, versatilidad y precisión
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
EMO: WFL hará el estreno mundial de su nuevo modelo para operaciones de gran tamaño y máxima exigencia en EMO 2025.
What Machinists Should Look for in Toolholder Technology
| MoldMaking Technology
Evaluate toolholders for reach, stability, quality and speed capability to maximize machining precision and productivity.
Predicting the ROI of Robotic Automation
Hakan Aydogdu | Production Machining
Various methodologies paired with online tools can help small to mid-sized manufacturers determine how to predict and calculate the potential economic benefits of robotic equipment for their specific needs.
How JawsTec Saves 2 Tons of Waste Per Year
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Contract manufacturer JawsTec wanted to reduce its waste. The solution? The company invested in new 3D printers capable of printing with “scrap” material from its existing machines.
Transor Filter Website Highlights Ultra-Fine Filtration
| Products Finishing
Customers can more easily navigate for information related to purchasing, filter applications, models and features and user testimonials.
Rectificado de precisión: casos de aplicación y tendencias hacia 2026
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El rectificado de precisión ha dejado de ser exclusivo de grandes fabricantes: hoy, talleres medianos incorporan tecnología avanzada como rectificadoras multieje, abrasivos de alto rendimiento, sensores térmicos y software de simulación 3D. Este artículo analiza cómo la automatización, la conectividad y el control digital redefinen la eficiencia, calidad y repetibilidad.