OceanWings demonstrate wind-assisted propulsion potential via Canopée

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

For the last two years, the vessel that transports components of the Ariane 6 rocket has proven the success and viability of its installed OceanWings, including fuel savings, aerodynamic performance and versatility.

Solid Carbide Small-Diameter Endmills, AH8005 Grade Boost Ultrafine High-Precision Machining

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Tungaloy’s small-diameter end mills and high-performance AH8005 grade enhance machining efficiency and stability in a broad spectrum of applications.

Composites repair tools and services deliver reliable support to aerospace, defense and MRO

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Dual-zone hot bonders and multizone composite repair systems are a couple product options featured by Heatcon that offer flexible repair of composite structures in diverse scenarios.

Eurotech Elite Seeks Partners to Build American-Made CNC Lathes

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eurotech Elite hopes to connect and build relationships with U.S.-based, family-owned manufacturers with expertise in machining large components with tight tolerances.

Swiss Happens: 8 Swiss-Type Articles to Keep Your Skills Sharp

Cara Ready | Modern Machine Shop

Learn the history of Swiss-type lathes, practical ways to implement these sliding-headstock machines in your shop, and much more in this collection of articles.
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QuesTek Expands ICMD Software Platform with Titanium Alloy Modeling Capabilities

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Latest expansion provides greater insight into the behavior of Ti alloys for aerospace, energy and additive manufacturing. 

Cutting Part Programming Times Through AI

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

CAM Assist cuts repetition from part programming — early users say it cuts tribal knowledge and could be a useful tool for training new programmers.

Fiberglass solutions elevate composites production goals

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Johns Manville displays its portfolio of glass fiber reinforcements including MultiStar, StarRov and ThermoFlow, which were manufactured with thermoplastic and thermoset composites in mind.

Kennametal Enhances High-Performance Drill Lineup

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The KenDrill HPR Solid Carbide Long Length Drills lineup is well suited for aerospace, transportation, general engineering, energy and earthworks shops seeking increased wear resistance, toughness and durability.

Sidas Engineering to Distribute Brofind Technologies in the U.S.

| Products Finishing

Comprehensive surface treatment and environmental compliance solutions are now being delivered through a single, experienced partner.

K 2025: Verde, inteligente y responsable

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

K 2025 explorará el futuro del plástico con temas como circularidad, IA, sostenibilidad y talento. Siete días de análisis con líderes de la industria global.

INA, Codeso Sonora y Foxconn impulsan la manufactura de baterías en México

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

La Industria Nacional de Autopartes, Codeso Sonora y Foxconn buscan impulsar la transformación hacia la movilidad eléctrica.

Ceratizit End Mills Feature Optimized Tool Geometry

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

OptiLine solid carbide end mills are designed for high-performance machining in a wide range of materials, applications and strategies.

Plastics Processing Index Rebounds with 48.5 Reading in May

Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology

Plastics processors recover some ground after sharp April drop, but not enough to avoid contraction.
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Environmentally friendly composites polymerization initiator

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: The phthalate- and solvents-free Akperox ST-CL200 presented by AKPA Chemicals provides a reliable, user-friendly polymerization alternative while enabling high-performance production processes.

Production Machining's June 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s June 2025 news highlights include leadership transitions, facility openings, industry events and more.

Asking the Hard Questions of Starting (and Running) a New Business

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

I was recently invited to the University of Iowa to share my ideas, advice and lessons learned to some early stage business entrepreneurs.  

Rollepaal Launches Standardized Lines for Oriented PVC Pipe

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

System requires no specialty additives or complex line configurations to achieve orientation.  

Addressing Manufacturing Challenges with Automation

| Modern Machine Shop

GrayMatter Robotics’ Physical AI robotic cells for manufacturing offer immediate impact and results.  

Shape Memory Alloy Enables 3D Printed Satellite Component With 6× Larger Deployed-to-Stowed Ratio

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

A project conducted by Penn State, NASA Glenn Research Center and 3D Systems 3D printed a nitinol radiator for a satellite that packs up small, but passively deploys when heated. Why it matters: Shape memory alloys coupled with additive geometries can improve satellite performance and lifespan, among other benefits. 

Moldeo híbrido impulsa expansión de Osbra en Alemania

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

El proveedor Osbra integra moldeo por inyección y poliuretano para producir piezas complejas y ampliar su planta con tecnología de KraussMaffei.

Torno CNC BNA-42SY5: automatización y precisión en un solo equipo

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El torno CNC BNA-42SY5, de Marubeni Citizen-Cincom, está diseñado para producción automatizada y alta precisión en el mecanizado de piezas complejas.