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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Supporting Startups to Move Manufacturing Forward

Julia Hider | Manufacturing Connected

Starting any business is difficult, from finding space and funding to deciding when to pivot and when a product is ready for release.

The Hidden Link Between Resin Unloading and Product Quality

| Plastics Technology

Best practices can help processors avoid pellet damage and get the best out of resin.

FACC achieves 10.6% revenue growth in H1 2025 amid aerospace supply chain challenges

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Revenue was increased to €484.7 million and a positive €18.4 million EBIT maintained, driven by strong business jet demand, global expansion of FACC’s production network and early results from its efficiency program.

Archer completes longest flight for piloted Midnight aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The 55-mile flight follows a series of key developments in Archer’s commercialization roadmap, including the continuation of its manufacturing ramp-up throughout the U.S. and the activation of its Launch Edition program in the UAE.

Bete Spray Laboratory Ensures Spray Solution Confidence

| Products Finishing

Research laboratory helps customers solve challenges and critical problems, validate R&D or manufacture and fabricate spray nozzles from the ground up.  

James Cropper Optiveil polyester veils pass key medical standards

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New opportunities in healthcare are unlocked with the surface veil technology’s validation for use in sensitive medical environments.

Hexagon Composites extends strategic alliance agreement with Mitsui & Co.

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The partnership, first established in 2016 and now extended into 2030, has focused on advancing composite technologies and accelerating adoption of alternative fuels.

U.S. Air Force backs Continuous Composites in advancing FEA simulation for anisotropic CF3D structures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Development of this FEA tool could solve the gap in simulating high-performance composite parts under various conditions, with potential applications across aerospace, defense and UAV.

Stainless Steel Enables 3D Printing of Precision Tooling

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Mantle’s 420 Stainless Steel enables manufacturers to rapidly produce production-grade tooling during prototyping and product development.

In the News: Copper-Coated Plastic Parts Cleared for Space Applications

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Plastic micro 3D printed parts coated in copper with Horizon Microtechnologies’ HMT process have cleared ECSS-Q-ST-70-02C outgassing standards for space components. Why it matters: Metallized polymer 3D printed parts could be a lighter, more affordable route to functional parts for space. 

The Importance of Specific Mechanical Energy During Scaleup in Twin-Screw Extrusion

| Plastics Technology

In this case study, the specific mechanical energy obtained on the laboratory scale TSE served as a key parameter and reference for subsequent scaleup activities.  

Bentley Motors Makes Available Custom Paint Finish Option

| Products Finishing

Bentley Motors Ltd. unveils Ombre by Mulliner, a handcrafted paint fade technique available in three color combinations for a striking visual transition.

Getting You to Think in Plastic First

| MoldMaking Technology

For this summer school basics series, Pellet to Part explores each stage of the plastic injection molding process. The final step is to take the lessons learned from this series and figure out how to impart them to the future moldmaking/molding workforce.
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Finding Joy in Relationships and Empowering Employees

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

The power of people-focused leadership is evident in this Champion of the Industry’s passion for his powder coating business and the industry as a whole.  

Precision Machining Technology Review: August 2025

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s August 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Big Daishowa, Greenleaf, The L.S. Starrett Co., Schwanog, Supertec and SMW Autoblok.