MMT Chats: What Exactly Is a Fractional CFO and How Do I Hire One? Part 2

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MMT Editorial Director Christina Fuges discusses exactly how a Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) can empower small business owners to overcome the complexities of financial management. 

A 100-Year-Old Measurement Tool That is Still Used Today

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

The reed mechanism was a breakthrough in high-precision measurement and is still used today for sub-micron or even nanometer resolution applications.

Second Cyclyx Circularity Center Planned for 2026

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

The first Cyclyx Circularity Center is expected to open in 2025.

Upgrading Bar Feeder Components with Metal 3D Printing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Production Machining

Index is exploring redesigning and optimizing parts for bar feeders inside its multi-spindle turning centers using a low-cost metal 3D printing platform from One Click Metal.

Plastics Technology Year in Review: Your Favorite Reads of 2024

Sarah Barnett | Plastics Technology

A year-end review of the top stories showcasing industry trends, advancements and expert insights. Revisit the articles that captured the attention of the plastics community.

Safety Air Gun Offers Variable Force for Industrial Use

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Exair’s TurboBlast Safety Air Gun is designed to tackle the toughest cleaning and blowoff applications in industrial settings.

Notox surfboards harness flax fiber for wave surfing competition

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Libeco flax, Airbus rCF fabrics, Sicomin GreenPoxy bioresins and an agave core form a heavy, robust surfboard custom-designed for Clément Roseyro in this year’s Nazaré Big Waves Surf event.

Norco enhances composites expertise via large-format AM equipment investment

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

3D printers, five-axis machining and software equipment additions to a dedicated CNC facility will support growth of Norco’s existing capabilities and build market diversity.

SPE names Don Hylton 2025 Thermoformer of the Year

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Hylton is honored for his long career advancing the thermoforming industry and ongoing membership as an SPE Thermoforming Division board member.

Vestas to repurpose Isle of Wight facility for U.K. onshore blades

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Transition from offshore to onshore wind blade production will support the U.K.’s focus on building domestic supply chains, increasing demand.

Nozzle Series Offers Material Flexibility for Moldmakers

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

MD&M West 2025: Technoject Machinery Corp. is highlighting its Primo Line Nozzle Series. The series features a good price to technology performance alongside short delivery times.   

Accede Mold and Tool Co. Donates $5,000 to Support Edison Students Pursuing Careers in Manufacturing

| MoldMaking Technology

Donation supports students with resources and opportunities to explore mold manufacturing careers.        
#workforcedevelopment

EMO celebra 50 años como referente global en tecnología y desarrollo de la industria de la máquina-herramienta

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Desde sus inicios en 1975, EMO ha sido el epicentro de la innovación y el punto de encuentro para los líderes en producción de maquinaria. En 2025, esta feria internacional celebra su 50º aniversario en Hannover, consolidando su posición como el evento más importante para la comunidad global del sector metalmecánico.

MMT's Most-Viewed Case Studies in 2024

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Did you miss any of MoldMaking Technology’s most-viewed case studies from 2024? Now’s your chance to dive into these trending topics.    

Project Re:Claim gana el premio Reciclador del Año 2024

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Project Re:Claim, liderado por SATCoL y Plan B, recibe el premio Reciclador del Año 2024 por su innovador sistema de reciclaje textil de poliéster en Europa.

Amcor y Berry Global se fusionan para liderar empaques sostenibles

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con más de 400 instalaciones en 140 países, la nueva Amcor plc integrará capacidades para ofrecer soluciones innovadoras y acelerar la transición hacia empaques sostenibles.

Tungaloy Boring Toolholder Features Advanced Chip Evacuation

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The TungBoreMini series includes an optimized chipbreaker and an advanced internal coolant supply system, which features two dedicated outlets for effective cooling and chip evacuation.

How Clean AM Machines Give the DOD Dramatic Lead Time Savings

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Quadrus accommodates exotic metals such as tungsten rhenium by fully changing over powder as needed in LPBF machines. One result is the development of a much more efficient process for obtaining hypersonic throat inserts.

Plastics Index Shows Supply Chain Improvement Despite Production Slowdown

Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology

Future expectations reach 2024 high on the heels of the recent election.
#economics

Caucho de silicona líquida: propiedades y aplicaciones

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

El caucho de silicona líquida combina resistencia térmica, flexibilidad y biocompatibilidad, convirtiéndolo en el material ideal para diversas aplicaciones con tecnología avanzada y amplias posibilidades de diseño.

SmartCAM Software Update Increases User Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

SmartCAM v2025’s user interface and display features are said to improve the programmer’s efficiency and accuracy in the CNC program development process.

Inteligencia artificial, aliado clave en la productividad de las pymes

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

CAINTRA indica que es fundamental dotar a las pymes de las herramientas necesarias para adaptarse mejor a un entorno de mercado globalizado.