Importación de portaherramientas en México: Datos clave para la industria

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En el primer trimestre del año, el valor de la importación de portaherramientas y dispositivos de roscar de apertura automática creció 8.8% comparado con el mismo trimestre de 2024.

Melt Sensor Offers Real-Time Viscoelastic Measurement

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Polymer melt analyzer billed as “big leap” in sensor technology.

Cae la producción y exportación de vehículos ligeros en mayo

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En mayo de 2025 se produjeron 358,209 vehículos ligeros y se exportaron 301,112, lo que representó caídas del 2.03 % y del 2.88 %, respectivamente, con respecto al mismo mes de 2024.

Sandvik Coromant Parting, Grooving Geometry Increases Chip Control

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Sandvik Coromant’s CoroCut 1-2 concept is designed for high performance and security across a variety of applications.

Jekta begins flight testing of scaled PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Trials of 1:9 scaled composite prototype marks new milestones in the program’s development, including plans to introduce the new aircraft globally in 2030.

Moore Brothers Co. acquires Symmetrix Bristol in Rhode Island

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Merging of the two teams, which includes the acquisition of Symmetrix’s composite tooling assets and a move to its flagship facility, will establish wide-ranging and complementary skills.

MSS to distribute Strongwell FRP composite products in Europe

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Module Solutions & Systems (MSS) is authorized to distribute Strongwell’s standard and non-standard products throughout Europe, excluding the U.K.

Deutsche Aircraft rolls out D328eco test aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The D328eco turboprop is an advanced evolution of the Dornier 328 with advanced features and a composites-intensive design. Its flight campaign is expected to begin soon.  

Student Executives Manage Business, Academia in High School Vocational Program

Jessica Pompili | MoldMaking Technology

Bend Manufacturing, a business led by high school seniors that operates out of The Portage School of Leaders in South Bend, Indiana, is witnessing its real-time return on investment: its students.
#workforcedevelopment

Scatter Correction CT Addresses X-ray Scatter Artifacts in Industrial Scanning

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Nikon highlights Scatter Correction CT, a software solution that enhances image quality and measurement accuracy in industrial computed tomography (CT) scanning by correcting scatter artifacts.  

EDM, Precision Milling, 3D Printing Improves Accuracy, Reduces Machining Time

Jessica Pompili | MoldMaking Technology

MC Machinery Systems highlights an array of EDM and precision milling tools, as well as a wire laser metal 3D printer, all of which have the capacity to meet moldmaking needs.  

Take Action to Mitigate Cyber Threats Before It’s Too Late

| Products Finishing

Cybersecurity is increasingly becoming a concern for all companies. Stay alert and heed these pointers for avoiding data breaches and other network and online disruptions that can be detrimental to your shop. 
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Sandvik Coromant Parting, Grooving Geometry Increases Chip Control

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Sandvik Coromant’s CoroCut 1-2 concept is designed for high performance and security across a variety of applications.

Pollen AM Pam Pro Prints From Pellets

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

New generation 3D printer provides increased build volume and printing speed. 

Lights, Camera, CNC Tool Alignment

Derek Korn | Production Machining

The latest version of a noncontact tool alignment system for Swiss-type lathes, which stays permanently installed in the machines, can enable shops to set up tools on-center faster using a camera compared to traditional methods.

Renishaw Automation Solution Boosts Operational Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The RCS product line focuses on the problems associated with manual setup, calibration and maintenance of robots, such as operational accuracy and repeatability.

Ultimaker S6 3D Printer for Engineers, Manufacturing Teams and Maintenance Crews

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

New generation delivers faster print speeds. 

Umicore Develops Gold-Silver Alloy for Cost-Efficient Coating

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

In response to the price increase for gold, Umicore Metal Deposition Solutions has developed Auruna 5750, a gold-silver electrolyte with properties that improve upon the original precious metals.

New Possibilities from Process Consolidation, Customization, AI and More at MT Technology Series East 2025

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

When do broadening capabilities outweigh specialization (and vice versa)? In our recap of MT Technology Series East 2025, find out how the latest generation of machines, tooling and software answers that question.

Sistema de preajuste de herramientas para mayor eficiencia

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Omega TMM y Rego-Fix presentan un sistema integrado que facilita la medición y sujeción de herramientas en una sola operación.