Precision Machining Technology Review: May 2025

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s May 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from NSK America Corp., Haimer, Allied Machine and Engineering, Horn, The L.S. Starrett Co. and Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence.

The ChemQuest Group Appoints Director

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

The ChemQuest Group, a global consulting firm, has announced the appointment of Roudabeh Heshmatazad as a director.

Sames North America Launches Nanobell 8 Series

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Rotary bell atomizers bring automotive-grade coating performance to a broad range of industrial markets through the 801, 803 and 805 models.

Monaghan Reamer Reconditioning Service Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The company’s reamer reconditioning service includes replacing all blades, grinding fresh bevel geometry, refurbishing the body of the reamer and optional coating of the blades if required.

Monaghan Reamer Reconditioning Service Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The company’s reamer reconditioning service includes replacing all blades, grinding fresh bevel geometry, refurbishing the body of the reamer and optional coating of the blades if required.

Updated Milling Grade Offers Offers Strong Cutting Edges for Process Reliability, Extended Tool Life

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Walter’s WSM36G PVD-coated Tiger·tec Gold WSM36G milling grade is specifically for the P3204 inserts used in the Walter Xtra·tecXT M5460 profile milling cutter for precise copying and finishing.

Zoller Opens Registration for Toolroom of the Year Competition

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Zoller’s Toolroom of the Year competition highlights companies that exemplify operational excellence through the strategic implementation of the company’s solutions.

PFA-Coated Ribbon Blender for Sensitive Applications

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Targets applications where stainless steel or carbon steel may not be suitable.  

Precision Conveyor Technologies Publishes Guide for Specifying Industrial Paint Finishing Systems

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

The technical guide helps engineering teams make informed decisions when planning liquid or powder finishing systems.

A 25-Year Test Confirms Long-Term Performance of AkzoNobel Epoxy Powder Coating

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

A long-term study has independently confirmed that Resicoat epoxy powder coating provides durable, long-term anti-corrosion protection for drinking water supply systems.

Arburg inspira a jóvenes ingenieras con jornada técnica

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Diez estudiantes visitaron Arburg como parte de una excursión del VDMA. Conocieron a mujeres líderes y las oportunidades para el talento femenino en tecnología.

Low-Volume Dryer for Engineering Resins

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Target markets are low-volume, high-precision specialty applications in automotive as well as in electronics, connectors and technical molding.  
#electronics

Haddy Opens LFAM Microfactory in Florida for Localized, Agile Composite Parts Production

Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing

CEAD helped Haddy inaugurate the AI-powered microfactory complete with eight Flexbot robotic systems for end-to-end 3D printing and 16-times production capacity.

LSR Cold Runner Deploys Servo-Actuated Needles for Smart Operation

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Elmet says the patent-pending SMARTshot I cold runner measurement and control concept uses servo-actuated nozzle needles to enable automatic startup without additional sensors.

ISO 9001 Standard Revision Nears 2026

| MoldMaking Technology

ISO 9001:2015 update targets September 2026, addressing digitalization, AI and sustainability; transition period likely to follow for certified organizations.
#regulations

Video: 3D Printed Ceramic Injection Molds Provide Functional Tooling in Hours

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

A ceramic-filled resin enables the production of injection molding-ready tools in just hours, as highlighted during PTXPO 2025. 

How To Read an HTS Code

David Wynn | Production Machining

With tariffs at the forefront of everyone’s mind, it it important to understand how Harmonized Tariff Schedule codes work.

Exportaciones de productos manufacturados crecen 6.6 % en abril

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En abril de 2025, las exportaciones de productos manufacturados alcanzaron los 49,015 millones de dólares.

Government Issues Emergency Order to Secure Grid Reliability

| Valve Magazine

Energy Secretary Chris Wright issued the emergency order to minimize the risk of blackouts this summer.

Conestoga Energy Completes Drilling of Class VI CCUS Well

| Valve Magazine

The project advances decarbonizing U.S. ethanol production and enables enhanced oil recovery.  

Space Walker relocates flagship branch for next phase of spaceplane development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The move to Minamisoma City supports the startup’s future mass production of reusable composite launch vehicles, supporting Japan’s future competitiveness in the space industry.

Ross VCB-10 V-blender enables precision mixing of free-flowing solids

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

V-shaped blenders are used for composites, coatings and other industries where consistent and thorough mixing is essential.