Elmet Technologies Granted U.S. Patent for Tungsten Heavy Metal Alloy Powders

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

As the fifth U.S. patent granted in this field, it recognizes Elmet Technologies’ continued innovation in powders for additive manufacturing and powder metallurgy applications.

Greenleaf End Mills Optimize Machining Stability

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Capstone-360 end mills are well suited for machining HRSAs, cast iron and hardened steel materials for the aerospace, oil and gas, power generation and medical industries.

battenfeld-cincinnati Extruders Feature Novel Double-Degassing System

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Novel system creates two independent degassing areas along the processing unit, which reportedly results in more effective gas removal from the extruder. 

Colines To Run First-Ever Blown-Film Line

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

During K 2025 in October in Düsseldorf, Italian machine builder will operate nine-layer blown film line along with a three-up cast-stretch system.  

Can Cooperation Out-Compete Competition?

Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop

Spearheaded by Rego-Fix, the Center for Machining Excellence gives OEMs the chance to cooperate and provide a more comprehensive service to their customers, and it gives machine tool users the chance to look at all the component elements that go into a machining cell.

DLR HAP-alpha solar aircraft demonstrator passes key ground tests

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The CFRP uncrewed aircraft platform, designed as a sustainable alternative to satellites, completed ground vibration testing, leading up to flight trials in 2026.

Advanced Carbons Council announces graphene ISO technical specification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

ISO/TS 9651:2025 provides a classification framework for nanomaterials, specifying the characteristics of graphene-related 2D materials and their respective measurement methods.
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Hartzell AAM propeller gains FAA Part 35 type certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Certification testing of Hartzell’s five-bladed composite propeller was conducted exclusively on Beta Technologies’ electric propulsion systems for the Alia VTOL and CTOL, with the goal that the design will serve similar AAM architectures in future.

Mangohojden acquires Slingsby Advanced Composites Ltd.

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Swedish company seeks to develop a group of specialist aerospace and defense businesses to improve and enable investments needed to meet European industry demand.

HTMS joins Mobilise accelerator program to advance its CMC materials

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

High Temperature Material Systems has developed low-temperature cure prepregs for ceramic matrix composite (CMC) parts offering lightweight and thermal/fire protection up to 1000°C.

Five-Axis Vertical Machining System Enables Power, Speed and Accuracy for Moldmakers

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

MC Machinery Systems Inc. highlights the Eagle V550, a compact, high-speed five-axis machining system designed for precision graphite and mold/die work. With advanced CNC controls, thermal stability, and automation-ready features, it delivers reliable performance and efficient operation for modern manufacturing environments.  

Plastics Processing Index Makes Modest Gains in June

Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology

Slight uptick suggests signs of stabilization despite ongoing market challenges.

Jergens Combination Pallet Enables Quick-change Versatility

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The QL2 quick-change workholding system features dual pattern configuration, making it a single solution accommodating both industry standard mounting options for broader overall application.

Polygonica Reference App for Additive Repair

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Polygonica is a software library for working with polygon meshes used by companies in a wide range of industrial markets to solve complex 2D and 3D geometrical problems.

Exportaciones manufactureras mexicanas suben 13.5 % en junio

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Los avances más significativos se observaron en las exportaciones de maquinaria y equipo especial para industrias diversas, equipo profesional y científico, equipos y aparatos eléctricos y electrónicos, y de productos automotrices, entre otros.

What Abilities do you Assume Your Teammates Have That They May Not?

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

Are you becoming frustrated with colleagues and team members over tasks that may seem “obvious?” It might be worth taking a step back and shifting your mindset.

Emuge-Franken End Mills Provide High Metal Removal Rates

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

TiNox-Cut VAR end mills are designed for hard-to-cut materials from stainless steel and titanium to Inconel and nickel alloys.

Smart Sourcing Starts Here: EDM Tools and Tips

| MoldMaking Technology

Moldmakers rely on electrical discharge machining (EDM) routinely. EDM can encompass wire, sinker and small-hole EDM. Access this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list, EDM products, services and more.  

How Additive Can Complement Subtractive Manufacturing

John Miller | Additive Manufacturing

Think of additive and subtractive as complementary processes, rather than being in opposition.

Hubbard-Hall Appoints Director to Drive Sales, Business Growth

| Products Finishing

Hubbard-Hall welcomes Kevin Stein as director of sales and business development to lead strategic growth and customer partnerships in the Northeast.

Sistema de medición CNC de Starrett mejora velocidad y precisión en inspecciones sobre banco

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El nuevo modelo AVR400, de Starrett, es un sistema de medición CNC que combina una plataforma mecánica robusta, óptica de alta resolución y un software intuitivo de metrología.

Dive Into Inspection/ Measurement With Helpful Tips and Tools

| MoldMaking Technology

Inspection/ measurement equipment can include all tools and devices used to verify molds and part dimensions conform to the tolerances required by the part’s design. Access more information about inspection/ measurement in this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list, products, services and more.