Gear Surface Texture Is More Important Than Ever

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

The interactions of gear surfaces are becoming increasingly important in applications such as automotive electric motor drive systems and aircraft turbines.

Perseverance in Times of Change

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

In the wake of a recent necessary restructuring, PF pauses to reflect on the importance of perseverance in the face of business challenges and draws inspiration from the resilient industry it serves. 

Engineering-Driven Injection Molding Company Delivers Precision and Quality

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Accudyn provides precision injection molding and tooling solutions through advanced engineering, zero-defect manufacturing and comprehensive technical services since 1997.

Production Machining's August 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s August 2025 news highlights include industry events, new facilities, company milestones and leadership team expansions. 

Arburg's K Focus: Sustainability, Digitalization, Automation

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

With some debuts still under wraps at press time, Arburg says attendees will find answers to pressing questions around sustainability, digitalization and automation at its K 2025 booth. 

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plans for ‘Electric’ K 2025 - Booth #

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

Debuts include an all-electric multicomponent IntElect 350t combined with a SAM-C20 robot and two high-speed PAC-E machines targeting high-speed packaging applications.

Südpack presenta envases sostenibles en la K 2025

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La compañía alemana lanzará en la K 2025 su línea Pure Line, envases reciclables de PP y PE que reducen CO₂ y mantienen propiedades de barrera para alimentos frescos.  

Boy Extends All-Electric Series and Launches Servo-Hydraulic Line

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

The Boy 20 E PRO will debut in Düsseldorf, succeeding the Boy 22 A PRO, while the Boy Electric line adds its largest press with 112 tons of clamp force.

In the News: Custom Material Services on the Rise

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Manufacturers seeking new or custom metal alloys for AM have a growing number of options for sourcing these materials. We recently reported on the Advanced Metallic Production and Processing (AMPP) services provided by LIFT for medium-sized batches of materials; meanwhile, Amazement has launched Atomization Service, its new on-demand business for small batches of custom metal powders.

Kistler Highlights New Assembly System and Optical Inspection Alongside Pressure Sensors

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

Focusing on medical and electronics production, Kistler will feature cavity pressure sensors, technology for process optimization and quality monitoring, a new assembly system and an optical inspection machine at K.
#electronics

Uavos composite curing ovens are awarded conformity certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New line of products have passed Technical Testing Institute TSÚ Piešťany’s rigorous evaluation process.

Submit technical paper, ITAR presentation abstracts for SAMPE 2026 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SAMPE is now accepting formal written research papers and ITAR submissions for its 2026 conference and exhibition in Seattle, with abstracts due by Sept. 22, 2025.

IACC NODE, Lamáquina enable functional 3D printed composite boat

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Asket, the student team’s first project, is a custom, one-piece vessel featuring a 3D printed hull, real-time sensor function and adaptive robotic control.

Janicki Industries launches expansion with 162,000-square-foot facility in Washington

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The new Hamilton facility, equipped with advanced tools like a large autoclave, and AFP machine and expanded clean rooms, boosts Janicki’s ability to deliver complex aerospace composites at greater scale.

DataIntelo Electrocoating Market Analysis Predicts Significant Growth

| Products Finishing

DataIntelo forecasts the global electrocoating market to reach $5.4 billion by 2032, driven by demand in automotive and industrial applications.
#economics

Economical Electric Machines, Expanded Services from Bekum at K 2025

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Line of all-electric extrusion-blow machines boasts lower cost of acquisition and ownership while company expands services for non-Bekum machines.

Understanding Type I and Type II Errors in Precision Machining

David Wynn | Production Machining

The impact of statistical decisions on quality.

Kirchhoff inaugura planta en Guanajuato con tecnología especializada para el sector automotriz

| Modern Machine Shop México

Con una inversión de 60 millones de dólares, Kirchhoff inauguró una planta especializada en la producción de autopartes para el sector automotriz.

Benefits of Ultrasonic Cleaning for Mold Maintenance

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Environmentally friendly, specially formulated water-based detergents are less hazardous than spray solvents.

America Makes Announces $450K Composite AM Structures Project Call

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

The DoD has prioritized CFAM for its ability to produce robust, lightweight parts by combining plastics with long fibers such as carbon or fiberglass, delivering high performance.

Horn Turning Tool Enhances Threading Capabilities

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Horn expands its Supermini system with sintered GM-geometry inserts for internal threading, improving chip control and process stability.

AI and Tiebarless Debuts for Engel - Booth XXX

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

The latest generation of its electric tiebarless victory injection molding machines, inject AI process assistance and AI-powered machine support via its e-connect portal, will debut at K 2025.