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Helmel CMM Enables High-Speed, Autonomous Measurements
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Microstar Model 320-185 CMM features an enhanced drive system with steel- and Kevlar-reinforced drive belts, enabling more aggressive motion parameters.
Manufacturing Wellness: 8 Habits of Highly Effective Machine Shops
| Production Machining
From an early age, we learn that good habits can make a lifetime of difference. Eat your vegetables. Say please and thank you. Exercise regularly. Just as with people, manufacturers can make a difference in their long-term success and growth by developing strong, positive “manufacturing wellness” habits.
Episode 58: An Interview With Douglas Hughes, Ambrose Schaffer; MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Electroless nickel (EN) experts Douglas Hughes and Ambrose Schaffer discuss the current state of EN in an interview from this year’s SUR/FIN finishing industry trade show.
Aliplast expande capacidad de reciclaje con adquisición en Italia
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Aliplast adquiere planta de Gurit Italia y suma 15 mil toneladas anuales de PET reciclado, en línea con las nuevas exigencias normativas de la UE.
Agglorema: solución de reciclaje de plásticos contaminados
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
En la feria K 2025, Erema presenta Agglorema, una máquina para reciclaje de residuos plásticos húmedos que produce aglomerados aptos para reciclaje químico.
Composites end markets: Automotive (2025)
Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld
Composites manufacturing intelligence drives circular economy solutions as automotive industry balances technical demands with sustainability mandates.
NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #124: Coatings for Hybrid Manufacturing of (Micro)Technical and Tooling Systems
| Products Finishing
In the third quarterly report, the first coatings obtained with the Vibrobot machine (using a nickel phosphorus bath on manufactured parts) were analyzed, with emphasis on coating thickness and phosphorus distribution.
Matlantis upgrades universal atomistic simulator for materials discovery, opens dedicated U.S. office
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Training datasets for Matlantis’ core AI technology are now developed using r2SCAN, doubling accuracy in atomistic simulations compared to previous version while driving speed, elemental versatility and quantum-level accuracy.
Joby expands California and Ohio manufacturing capacity, adds new aircraft to fleet
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Doubled space will enable production of 24 aircraft/year in Marina, ramp-up of renovated Dayton facility to manufacture and test aircraft components and produce 500 aircraft/year.
REGENT forms REGENT Defense, unveils defense seaglider product line
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
ISR, medevac and other maritime defense missions will be supported through the new line of high-speed, long-range, low-signature marine craft, which build off the company’s composites-intensive Viceroy.
Instron releases Bluehill Central 2 iteration with Lab Management module
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The software platform, tied to multiple Instron material and structural testing systems, now offers Lab Management as a standalone to make access to Bluehill Central’s file repository more accessible.
Plasmatreat Technology Days 2025 celebrates 30 years of Openair-Plasma
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
More than 200 guests accepted the Steinhagen-based family business’ invitation to discuss new applications of atmospheric plasma systems in surface pretreatment.
Mokon becomes U.S. distributor for orcinus temperature, flow manifolds
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Mokon will manufacture the enesty GmbH brand’s orca and smartshark touch-free temperature and flow manifold devices, for use with select water systems, at its facility in Buffalo, New York.
Performance with purpose: Celebrating National Composites Week 2025
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
Join the composites community Aug. 25-29, 2025, as we celebrate the power of performance-driven materials. Mark your calendar and help us amplify the message by promoting #CompositesPerformanceWithPurpose.
Horizon Aircraft, ZeroAvia announce plans to explore hydrogen eVTOL propulsion
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Horizon considers operational and practical technologies for the Cavorite X7 eVTOL with a focus on real-world implementation while building momentum toward certification and commercial readiness.
Portable, Handheld CMM Enables Simplified Dimensional Measurement, 3D Scanning of Large Parts
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Keyence’s WM-6000 provides full CMM and CAD capabilities, enabling 3D/GD&T measurements, contour profile checks, CAD comparison and reverse-engineering.
Newsfender EU Launches 3D Printed, Sustainable Boat Fenders
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
The Spain-based company has introduced marine fenders 3D printed from TPU with a “return and recycle” concept.
Four Reasons for Going PFAS-Free Now
| Products Finishing
With regulations tightening and suppliers phasing out key fluorinated solvents, shifting to nonflammable, PFAS-free alternatives will future-proof your process.
#regulations
One of Our Own
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Plastics Technology’s own Matt Naitove to be inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame.
Precision Machining Technology Review: July 2025
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Production Machining’s July 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Caron Engineering, Sunnen Products Co., Mastercam, Sandvik Coromant and Kennametal.
Vortex Global Acquires SolidEx
| Plastics Technology
The Kansas-based supplier of systems for the transport and flow control of dry bulk solids acquired the Louisiana-based maker of high-efficiency railcar-loading products for resins.
Get a Grip on Your Workholding Processes
Cara Ready | Production Machining
From adhesive fixturing to automated changeovers, these articles show how shops are rethinking workholding to improve efficiency and accuracy. Whether it's collet choice, custom fixtures, or balancing density with simplicity, smarter setups are driving better results.