Syensqo Unveils Ryton PPS M2000 FP for Industrial, Energy
| Products Finishing
Powder coating grade targets enhanced efficiency, safety and sustainability for applications in highly demanding environments.
Avient Design sponsors mentorship program with Georgia Tech
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Successful initiative introduced and guided undergraduate design students in the development of practical sport product concepts using Polystrand TPC materials.
HAV launches Airlander Future Networks to explore future Airlander airship variants
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Logistics, freight and other key industry players like Kuehne+Nagel and Oregon’s emergency management office are able to contribute industry insights to guide larger Airlander variant design and specification.
Software Update Enables Print Speed Improvement for Automated Toolmaking System
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
Mantle recently announced a software update to deliver performance enhancements to benefit moldmaking and injection molding customers.
Engel Opens Injection Molding Machine Manufacturing Plant in Mexico
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology
With a capacity to produce between 180 and 200 injection molding machines per year, Engel has inaugurated its first production plant on the North American continent. This long-term project will expand in phases to offer vertical integration in manufacturing, automation and a solutions center.
PTXPO 2025: Innovations, Impressions and Inspirations
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
As MMT’s Associate Editor, I had the opportunity to walk the show floor as well as work in the MMT booth, and I’m excited to share my insights on the technology trends that caught my attention — both new and established within the industry.
5 Trends in 3D Printed Injection Mold Tooling
Stephanie Hendrixson | Plastics Technology
3D printing has moved beyond conformal cooling, and is now being applied to injection molds more broadly. Observations on additively manufactured mold tooling from the Plastics Technology Expo — PTXPO 2025.
Vacuum Cleaning for Consistency and Repeatability
| Products Finishing
Unlike an application in which an operator must push the equipment for functionality, this vacuum cleaning method hardly requires more than the push of a button. One machine shop benefited greatly from integrating a vacuum vapor degreaser.
HCL CAMWorks Software Features Machine-Aware Programming
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
HCL CAMWorks is now integrated with 3DExperience Solidworks, facilitating data management and cross-discipline collaboration in the cloud.
A reflection on industrial tourism
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
Composites industry insights gleaned from spending time on the road.
5 Trends in 3D Printed Injection Mold Tooling
Stephanie Hendrixson | MoldMaking Technology
3D printing has moved beyond conformal cooling, and is now being applied to injection molds more broadly. Observations on additively manufactured mold tooling from the Plastics Technology Expo — PTXPO 2025.
En marzo creció 1.3 % la venta interna de autos en México
| Modern Machine Shop México
Según datos del INEGI, en marzo de 2025 se vendieron en México 127,352 vehículos ligeros, lo que representó un crecimiento del 1.3 % en comparación con marzo de 2024.
HCL CAMWorks Software Features Machine-Aware Programming
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
HCL CAMWorks is now integrated with 3DExperience Solidworks, facilitating data management and cross-discipline collaboration in the cloud.
Gema USA Inc. Welcomes Territory Manager
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Gema USA Inc. has announced the addition of Alvin Allen as a territory manager, serving southeastern states.
Tecnologías clave de Arburg presentadas en los Technology Days
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Durante los Technology Days 2025, Arburg mostró avances en moldeo, automatización y sostenibilidad. La empresa presentó soluciones clave para reducir costos y mejorar la eficiencia productiva.
Extruder Drives, Motors Ease Switch from DC to AC
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Advances bring extruder drives and motors closer to Industry 4.0 technology.
TIMTOS 2025: Taiwan’s Machine Tool Industry Embraces Technology to Meet Global Demands
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
Digital technologies such as AI, AR/VR and digital twins, along with customized machine tools and turnkey production systems are helping the Taiwanese machine tool industry quickly respond to changes in the global economy.
What Can't AI Replace?
Matthew Kirchner | Production Machining
I recently asked someone about the use of AI in entertainment. Their response got me thinking about AI in manufacturing, and the truth behind what it can and cannot replace.
Mazak Expands Sales, Service Support in Florida
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Mazak Florida Technical Center, located in Orlando, will enable Mazak and Premier Engineering to further strengthen their business agility and responsiveness to the needs of manufacturers in the region.
Sistema U-Tec de Platinum Tooling permite cambios rápidos con alta rigidez
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La nueva tecnología de cambio flexible optimiza la configuración de herramientas en tornos y fresadoras sin comprometer la estabilidad.
Winona State, IACMI invest in composites workforce development
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
First composites hub in the IACMI-managed ACE national training program funds free bootcamps to equip students and community with hands-on composites skills, knowledge.
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PTXPO 2025: Mold Builders Showcase Innovation, Automation and Efficiency Across the Supply Chain
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Mold manufacturers highlight advanced machining, automation, precision molding and validation technologies driving speed, quality and efficiency across tooling applications.