What Drives a One-Man Machining Operation?

Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop

As the owner of his own machine shop, Mason Montalvo finds the drive to keep going in the joy of meeting an interesting challenge.

Pic of the Week: Custom 3D Printed Elements for Sports Utility Yacht

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

Caracol’s Heron AM system was used to 3D print customizable, superstructural composite parts for a Pershing sports utility yacht — featured as this week’s pic.

Die Mannschaft of composites innovation in Germany

Yannick Willemin | CompositesWorld

A robust industrial base, top-tier academic institutions and regulatory momentum around sustainability makes Germany a sought-after region by investors and startups alike.  

SW North America Open House Showcases Advanced Machining Solutions

| Modern Machine Shop

SW North America hosts its 2025 Open House at its Michigan headquarters, featuring live demonstrations of the BA 322i and BA Space3 machining centers with a focus on medical and aerospace applications.

Yanfeng elige PC/ABS de ELIX para el Buick GL8

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

El material PC/ABS 5130 de ELIX Polymers destaca por su resistencia, fluidez y bajas emisiones, siendo clave en interiores del nuevo SGM Buick GL8 de Yanfeng.

EDM Technologies for Preventing Machining Errors and Attaining Higher Precision

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

GF Machining Solutions’ Intelligent Spark Protection System and iWire with Spark Track technology for EDM moldmaking processes foster higher precision, less downtime, enhanced productivity and reduced operating cost.

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Present at CW Tech Days

| CompositesWorld

CompositesWorld is accepting speaker abstracts for its upcoming Tech Days event until July 14th. CW Tech Days: High-Temperature Composite Solutions for Defense and Space Applications will take place Oct. 16, 2025.

Messe Düsseldorf Previews K 2025 with Exhibitor Partners

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

More than 70 journalists from 33 countries, as well as 15 exhibitors and multiple representatives of trade show organizer Messe Düsseldorf gathered in Düsseldorf, Germany over three days in June to preview K 2025 (Oct. 8-15).

Benchtop LSR Injection Molding Machine Launches

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

APSX  LLC, which previously marketed the APSX‑PIM desktop thermoplastic injection molding machine, has debuted the APSX‑LSR — a benchtop liquid silicone rubber (LSR) injection system.
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Post Cure: Bionic fiber placement produces load-optimized, nature-inspired thermoplastic composite preforms

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Fibionic’s fibionic fiber placement (FPP) technology enables the development of “fiber skeletons,” semi-finished parts suitable for any application that incorporates composite reinforcement exactly where it is needed.

Sujeción segura para piezas delicadas en mecanizado

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La línea Gold Wave Collet, de iSwiss, ofrece soluciones avanzadas para evitar rayaduras y preservar el acabado de componentes sensibles durante el mecanizado.

Exportaciones estatales repuntan 3.6 % en el primer trimestre

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En el primer trimestre de 2025, las exportaciones manufactureras representaron 90.6 % del valor total de las exportaciones de las entidades federativas.

Your One-Stop Guide to Moldmaking Resources

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

A complete print and online listing that helps mold buyers and builders find the information they need to make better buying choices throughout the supply chain.  

Last Chance for the TASC Early-Bird Discount!

| Modern Machine Shop

TASC is a one-of-a-kind, two-day automation conference designed to drive efficiency, quality and scalability at U.S. job shops. Register now through July 11 to receive early-bird pricing and discover practical automation solutions tailored for small-and mid-sized shops.

Built by People

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Remembering and celebrating colleagues, and valuing the everyday moments we share.

Chevalier CNC Slant-Bed Lathe Automates Small-Part Production

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The FCL-130RP’s 30-degree slant bed provides rigid performance, optimal chip removal and long-term machining stability.

Cross-functional, fully integrated company ensures composites program success

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: From concept to completion, Janicki highlights its ability to bring expertise, scale and agility to tooling, parts, prototypes and assemblies production.

Gardco Digital Micrometer Enhances Surface Profile Measurement

| Products Finishing

Paul N. Gardner USA introduces the Gardco RTM digital micrometer, designed for precise measurement of replica tape with advanced features for manufacturing professionals.

Materi’act launches NAFILean Vision biocomposite

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

NAFILean materials family blends low-carbon recycled plastics and renewable post-consumer sources like hemp fibers to provide a sustainable, visually appealing solution for automotive parts.

Xaloy Launches TriMetalX Barrel for Corrosive Processing Environments

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Technology applies a high-performance superalloy only where needed, even on large barrels.  

Interfacial, CEAD launch strategic LFAM partnership

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With the help of CEAD, Interfacial closes the gap between formulation and production-ready solutions made from 3D printed thermoplastic materials and functional composites.

Aernnova to supply composite empennage for D328eco

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

With selection of this global aerocomposite structures company, Deutsche Aircraft has secured production for all primary structures and proceeds toward EIS in 2027.