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Electropolished Surgical Jaws are Bulk Processed
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
New England Electropolishing electropolishes stainless steel surgical jaws with a process developed by the company that includes cleaning, deburring and passivation.
Mack Molding Makes Substantial Machinery Investment to Bolster Manufacturing Capabilities
Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology
The company makes its largest technology investment in 25 years to enhance manufacturing proficiencies across multiple sites.
Understanding the difference between bonding and welding
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Composites bonding and welding are two similar but distinct processes that overcome challenges related to fasteners or drilling. Here are some resources to get you started.
Moldmakers Help Drive Innovation in Medical Device Manufacturing
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
By embracing automation, digitalization and sustainable practices mold builders are helping to meet the medical industry’s increasing demands for precision, efficiency and compliance.
Finishing Index Starts 2025 Off Strong With Expansion
Mike Shirk | Products Finishing
January activities indicate strong market conditions for the finishing industry headed into the new year, further reinforced by the index’s future outlook.
How Much Carbon Can 3D-Printed Valve Components Save?
| Valve Magazine
Additive manufacturing is often assumed to be more sustainable than subtractive production but there has been relatively little evidence to support that claim — until now.
Sistema de visión AVR400 de Starrett aumenta la velocidad de medición
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El AVR400, de Starrett, ofrece capacidades CNC completas y mayor velocidad en un diseño compacto.
C.R. Onsrud to Host Annual Factory Demo Day
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Factory Demo Day event takes place on March 19, 2025, at the company’s newly completed, 80,000-square-foot addition on its campus in Troutman, North Carolina.
Davenport Hybrid Machine Features Enhanced Rigidity
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
PMTS 2025: The Hybrid Machine features a redesigned tooling system to make changeovers faster.
Scientific Cutting Tools' Custom, Modified Tooling Boosts Efficiency
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
PMTS 2025: Scientific Cutting Tools provides customized solutions that address specific geometries, coatings and material requirements.
Axalta Launches Fellows Forum for Transformative Solutions
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Network of Fellows will help identify new technologies and innovations for Axalta’s continued growth.
TFP innovations improve layup accuracy, speed and material versatility
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2025: ZSK Stickmaschinen is highlighting its latest innovations supporting tailored fiber placement, from integration of digital controls to multi-fiber placement capabilities.
Could Robotic Postprocessing Aid Metal 3D Printing?
Derek Korn | Additive Manufacturing
Perhaps. Dedicated robotic machining systems can be a cost-effective alternative to removing 3D printed part supports, trimming parts and so on.
Craftsman Cribsheet No. 136: ISO Material Groups: Cast Iron
David Wynn | Production Machining
Interpreting the machinability of cast iron.
Hard Head Veterans Adds Larger LS Mtron Machine for Safety Helmet Production
Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology
LS Mtron is providing a 420-ton injection molding machine to Hard Head Veterans for creation of tactical bump helmets and upcoming E-Class aramid fiber-infused safety helmets.
Compestos PEEK de Avient para aplicaciones médicas avanzadas
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Con biocompatibilidad ISO 10993, los compuestos Transcend PEEK de Avient ofrecen resistencia al calor y durabilidad, ideales para el sector salud.
Bajo la lupa: la urgencia de entender de dónde vienen los microplásticos
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
Los microplásticos requieren de estudio para ser abordados correctamente. ECOCE emitió un comunicado que brinda elementos para un mejor entendimiento del tema y de las principales fuente de emisión, así como de los beneficios ambientales del PET.
ABC de las electroerosionadoras por hilo y penetración
| Modern Machine Shop México
El mecanizado por descarga eléctrica, o EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining), es una forma de mecanizado sin contacto que dispara chispas desde un electrodo o alambre para vaporizar material de cualquier dureza.
Por qué usar torneado tipo suizo
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Los tornos tipo suizo han evolucionado más allá de su uso tradicional en dispositivos médicos y electrónicos, consolidándose como una opción clave en la producción de piezas complejas para diversas industrias. ¿Qué los diferencia de los tornos convencionales y cómo optimizan los procesos de mecanizado?
PLASTICS forma la Polystyrene Recycling Alliance
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La Polystyrene Recycling Alliance (PSRA) busca mejorar la reciclabilidad del poliestireno en EE. UU. y alcanzar el estatus de “ampliamente reciclable” para 2030 mediante inversiones y educación.
Producción automotriz creció 1.7 % en enero de 2025
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
La producción de la industria automotriz aumentó un 1.7 % en enero de este año, pero las exportaciones se redujeron un 13.7 %.
The Rise and Fall and Rise Again of Nuclear Power
| Valve Magazine
As some countries have worked to phase it out for other sustainable renewables, others find it to be the most efficient and best choice for their systems.