3D Printing Gives Golf Club Designers Optimal Control Over "Discretionary Weight"

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

In this episode of The Cool Parts Show, we learn how Cobra Golf leveraged metal 3D printing to produce a club head filled with lattice. But rather than lightweighting, its designers were after weight redistribution — removing mass from the bulk of the club enabled them to add it back strategically to improve the club’s performance. 

Weingärtner Maschinenbau Announces Leadership Transition

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

As Friedrich Weingärtner retires, Dominik Weingärtner will now lead the company alongside his uncle, Andreas Weingärtner.

What You Should Know About Injection Mold Safety Straps

| MoldMaking Technology

Every mold should have one in order to be safe and OSHA compliant.
#regulations

Remembering Tom

Gary S. Vasilash | GROW

The thing about Tom was that he was always genuine, whether it was talking about music or talking about the job.

Controllable 3D Models Optimize Moldmaking Design Process

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Hasco’s dynamic CAD solution enables moldmakers to easily adjust and automate specific structures in the design phase with the help of selection menus, in which users can select desired strokes and preferences.

Datos del primer trimestre de 2025 revelan alza en la importación de robots industriales

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En los primeros tres meses de 2025, el valor acumulado de la importación de robots industriales fue de 51.6 millones de dólares, lo que representó un aumento del 2.46 % con respecto al mismo período de 2024.

Weingärtner Maschinenbau Announces Leadership Transition

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

As Friedrich Weingärtner retires, Dominik Weingärtner will now lead the company alongside his uncle, Andreas Weingärtner.

“Sunscreen” Coating by AkzoNobel to Redefine Urban Cooling

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

With the built environment estimated to be responsible for around 40% of annual global carbon emissions, the technology has the potential to significantly improve urban cooling in hot climates and drive the creation of more sustainable buildings.

CEAD and Damen Collaborate on 3D-Printed Workboat

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

New collaboration explores the potential of large-format 3D printing in shipbuilding.

Jergens Tooling Columns Facilitate Quick Setup Changes

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Jergens’ tooling columns are customizable as well as easily integrated into full custom design and build projects.

Open Press/No Operator: Plastics Processing and the Skills Gap

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Order for parts? Check. Material…machine…mold? Check…check…check. Operator? Operator…?
#workforcedevelopment

Wall Colmonoy Launches Furnace Apprenticeship Program

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Three-year state-funded program at the company’s site in Los Lunas, New Mexico, trains and develops next-gen furnace operators through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on experience.
#workforcedevelopment

From prototypes to performance: Composites company makes inroads into new markets

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

Top Shops 2024 honoree Calian’s composites division blends R&D, rapid prototyping and scalable production with deep engineering integration and corporate synergy.

Rotogran Offers Upgraded Granulators

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Key updates include tool steel replaceable inserts in all granulators and a new pathway deflector into the cutting chamber.

Star Plastics Sets Carbon Reduction Goals Through 2030

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Targets will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 10% compared to 2021.

United Grinding Renews Partnership With Dynamic Machine

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Dynamic Machine’s advanced technical center near Detroit, Michigan, features United Grinding machine demonstrations, test cuts, turnkey projects and training.

Machining Center Spindles: What You Need to Know

| MoldMaking Technology

Why and how to research spindle technology before purchasing a machining center.

Sensors, Sustainability and Skilled Labor

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Q&A with Bob VanCoillie, MoldMaking Technology EAB member and senior manager of Kenvue’s mold management center of excellence.
#workforcedevelopment

Finishing Facility Polishes Up On Its Specialty Process

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

Concentrating exclusively on precision stainless steel electropolishing, this 40-year-old family-owned company showcases its uniqueness by developing its own process, delivering consistent quality and treating employees like family.

DN Solutions Technical Hub Promises Efficiency Across Operations

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Efficiency cannot be achieved focusing on it only at a micro level; it must be addressed at organizational, shopfloor, and individual machine scales. Find out how DN Solutions is doing so from its recently opened Technical Center in Schaumberg, Illinois.

Injection Molding Conference Returns to Penn State Behrend

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Taking place June 11-12, the conference features more than 30 presentations and 13 focused tutorials, as well as networking opportunities.

Production Machining's May 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s May 2025 news highlights include new manufacturing facilities, leadership transitions, acquisitions and more.