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26 Jun 2026
Precision Machining Technology Review: June 2026
Production Machining’s June 2026 technology showcase features IMTS 2026 product previews from Index Corp., NSK America Corp., Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc., Iscar, Mazak, Horn USA, Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. and Lang Technik USA.

17 Jun 2026
Performing Complex Processes in Fewer Touches
High-end, complex parts and staffing the machines that make them are perennial bugbears for job shops. In this recap of DN Solutions’ 2026 Manufacturing Without Limits event, see the technology and software the OEM showcased to meet both these needs.

12 Jun 2026
How a Niche Medical Manufacturer Shows the Value of Nimbleness
This manufacturer of bipolar forceps and related devices is setting up its production processes to mirror the agility its family-owned business offers to adroitly serve medical industry customers.

8 Jun 2026
Methods’ CoE Builds Hands-On Foundation for Customer Success
Machine repair threatens to become a lost art. Methods Machine Tools is fighting this entropy with its new Center of Excellence, which is set to provide training on both top-of-the-line and legacy machine tools.

3 Jun 2026
Webinar Recap: Streamlining Swiss Machining Through Automation
See how CAMWorks 2026 cuts Swiss-style CNC programming time by 70%+ with automatic feature recognition, full machine simulation, and smart segmentation tools.

4 May 2026
Building a Profitable Grinding Niche
By building processes for its niche, rather than a general manufacturing approach, Grind All has developed an unusual (yet profitable) value proposition.
Tooling See All

13 Jul 2026
Rising Carbide Prices: When Cermet Makes Sense
Raw material constraints push manufacturers to use cermets in finishing, improving stability, surface quality and efficiency.

9 Jul 2026
Made in the USA, Built for Any Machine: CJWinter's Thread Roll Lineup
WATCH: CJWinter manufactures thread rolls and replacement dies for nearly every major machine and attachment system. Get American-made precision without overhauling your existing setup.

26 Jun 2026
Precision Machining Technology Review: June 2026
Production Machining’s June 2026 technology showcase features IMTS 2026 product previews from Index Corp., NSK America Corp., Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc., Iscar, Mazak, Horn USA, Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. and Lang Technik USA.

5 Jun 2026
The Value of Bidirectional Thread Rolling
This end-rolling attachment for producing threads offers advantages in terms of lower weight, size and cost. And keeping thread rolls engaged as it retracts can help produce higher quality thread profiles and finishes compared to conventional end-rolling attachments.

29 May 2026
Precision Machining Technology Review: May 2026
Production Machining’s May 2026 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Okuma America Corp., Tungaloy-NTK America Inc., Kyocera SGS Precision Tools, The L.S. Starrett Co. and Hainbuch America Corp.

15 May 2026
The Value of Replaceable-Insert Drills Given Rising Carbide Costs
When do replaceable-insert drills make more sense than solid carbide? Answering this question requires close examination of productivity.
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22 Jun 2026
Zoller Smart Manufacturing Summit Highlights TMS Capabilities
At the 2026 Zoller Technology Days and Smart Manufacturing Summit, the company highlighted its Smart Manufacturing solutions, including tool management and data handling systems.

17 Jun 2026
Performing Complex Processes in Fewer Touches
High-end, complex parts and staffing the machines that make them are perennial bugbears for job shops. In this recap of DN Solutions’ 2026 Manufacturing Without Limits event, see the technology and software the OEM showcased to meet both these needs.

8 Jun 2026
Methods’ CoE Builds Hands-On Foundation for Customer Success
Machine repair threatens to become a lost art. Methods Machine Tools is fighting this entropy with its new Center of Excellence, which is set to provide training on both top-of-the-line and legacy machine tools.

3 Jun 2026
Webinar Recap: Streamlining Swiss Machining Through Automation
See how CAMWorks 2026 cuts Swiss-style CNC programming time by 70%+ with automatic feature recognition, full machine simulation, and smart segmentation tools.

24 Apr 2026
Precision Machining Technology Review: April 2026
Production Machining’s April 2026 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Hanwha Machinery America, Mastercam, Sandvik Coromant, Marubeni-Citizen Cincom and DMG MORI.

27 Mar 2026
Precision Machining Technology Review: March 2026
Production Machining’s February 2026 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from HCLSoftware, SMW Autoblok, Star Cutter, LK Metrology, Renewable Lubricants and Platinum Tooling.
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10 Jul 2026
High-Volume Machine Shop Accelerates Quality Control with Automated 3D Gaging
For Xcelicut Precision Machining, this technology offers rapid first-part approval, 3D form measurement, consistent measurements and scalability for high-volume production.

10 Jun 2026
Tool Presetter or Laser Tool Setter? Or Both?
There are advantages to measuring tools offline as there are on a machine tool. But shops might benefit the most by doing both.

29 May 2026
Precision Machining Technology Review: May 2026
Production Machining’s May 2026 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Okuma America Corp., Tungaloy-NTK America Inc., Kyocera SGS Precision Tools, The L.S. Starrett Co. and Hainbuch America Corp.

27 Apr 2026
Making the Most of Your Metrology
Metrology peripherals can help your shop develop useful new capabilities and improve your throughput. But effective improvements require more than just equipment — Ken Myers of Mitutoyo discusses the technology, software and philosophy behind better metrology workflows.

27 Mar 2026
Precision Machining Technology Review: March 2026
Production Machining’s February 2026 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from HCLSoftware, SMW Autoblok, Star Cutter, LK Metrology, Renewable Lubricants and Platinum Tooling.

13 Mar 2026
Scientific Cutting Tools Boosts Inspection Capabilities With Zoller Measurement Systems
Scientific Cutting Tools acquires the Zoller genius tool inspection system and the Zoller PomSkpGo inspection suite, expanding in-house capabilities to verify tool geometry through automated inspection and documented measurement workflows.
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1 Jul 2026
Beyond Cycle Time: Adopting the Philosophy of Every. Job. Faster.
Cycle time is one piece of the puzzle. A broader look at throughput, consistency, and setup efficiency can reveal where manufacturers are actually losing time.

26 Jun 2026
Precision Machining Technology Review: June 2026
Production Machining’s June 2026 technology showcase features IMTS 2026 product previews from Index Corp., NSK America Corp., Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc., Iscar, Mazak, Horn USA, Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. and Lang Technik USA.

22 Jun 2026
Zoller Smart Manufacturing Summit Highlights TMS Capabilities
At the 2026 Zoller Technology Days and Smart Manufacturing Summit, the company highlighted its Smart Manufacturing solutions, including tool management and data handling systems.

17 Jun 2026
Performing Complex Processes in Fewer Touches
High-end, complex parts and staffing the machines that make them are perennial bugbears for job shops. In this recap of DN Solutions’ 2026 Manufacturing Without Limits event, see the technology and software the OEM showcased to meet both these needs.

3 Jun 2026
Webinar Recap: Streamlining Swiss Machining Through Automation
See how CAMWorks 2026 cuts Swiss-style CNC programming time by 70%+ with automatic feature recognition, full machine simulation, and smart segmentation tools.

13 May 2026
Can AI Automate Automation?
New hardware and software releases from Vention, including some powered by AI, are designed to make advanced automation more accessible to manufacturers.
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1 Jul 2026 Automation
Beyond Cycle Time: Adopting the Philosophy of Every. Job. Faster.
Cycle time is one piece of the puzzle. A broader look at throughput, consistency, and setup efficiency can reveal where manufacturers are actually losing time.

10 Jun 2026 Measurement
Tool Presetter or Laser Tool Setter? Or Both?
There are advantages to measuring tools offline as there are on a machine tool. But shops might benefit the most by doing both.

24 Apr 2026 Swiss-Types
Precision Machining Technology Review: April 2026
Production Machining’s April 2026 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Hanwha Machinery America, Mastercam, Sandvik Coromant, Marubeni-Citizen Cincom and DMG MORI.

5 Jan 2026 Swiss-Types
Swiss From the Start
Decades ago, Greg Cde Baca recognized an opportunity for small-parts machining in the Pacific Northwest and started a business with one bar-fed Swiss-type lathe. His shop has since expanded to provide precision parts to customers in multiple countries using Swiss-types and only Swiss-types, some of which might run 24/7.

30 Dec 2025 Workholding
The Right Timing for Quick-Change Workholding Upgrades
VEGA Americas initially envisioned adding a collet chuck to one of its CNC turning centers and dedicating that machine to bar work. Instead, it found a solution that would enable that machine and one other to quickly change over from three-jaw chuck to collet chuck to ID mandrel depending on production needs.

5 Dec 2025 Automation
One Shop, Multiple New Examples of Automation
Cobots, robots and automated sand blasting and painting systems are enabling this Wisconsin machine shop to increase production while eliminating repetitive manual operations on various processes.

9 Jul 2026 Tooling
Made in the USA, Built for Any Machine: CJWinter's Thread Roll Lineup
News & Products See All

10 Jul 2026 Machining Centers & Milling Machines
Mazak Advanced Machining Solutions Accelerate Production Output
IMTS 2026: Mazak Corp. showcases Neo Series machines, Ez Series vertical machining centers, multitasking models and Syncrex Swiss-type lathes with automation.

8 Jul 2026 Transfer Machines
Mikron Rotary Transfer Machine Supports Greater Part Diversity
IMTS 2026: Mikron introduces the Multistar Next, a flexible CNC rotary transfer machine that combines high-speed production with full CNC control for electrical connector applications.

6 Jul 2026 Cutting Tools
Platinum Tooling Swiss-Type Tooling Boosts CNC Lathe Productivity
IMTS 2026: Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc. displays Heimatec live tools, angle heads and speed multipliers with ratios of 1-to-2, 1-to-3 and 1-to-4 for Citizen, Star and Tsugami machines.

3 Jul 2026 Automation
Mitsubishi Electric Automation Robotic Solutions Automate CNC Machine Tending
IMTS 2026: Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. showcases LoadMate Plus and ARIA preengineered robotic machine tending solutions that provide flexibility and scalability for CNC mills and lathes.

3 Jul 2026 Toolholders
Rego-Fix Toolholding Systems Provide Swiss-Precision Accuracy, Repeatability
IMTS 2026: Rego-Fix Tool Corp. showcases its ER collet and PowRgrip toolholding system to support high-performance machining across motorsports, aerospace, automotive and medical sectors.

1 Jul 2026 Cutting Tools
Sandvik Coromant Machining Solutions Boost Production Efficiency
IMTS 2026: Sandvik Coromant presents comprehensive tooling, digital solutions and expert support to address real-world manufacturing challenges.

13 Jul 2026 Turning Machines
Index Multispindle Machine Boosts Output for Small-Parts Production
Tech Briefs See All

15 May 2026
The Value of Replaceable-Insert Drills Given Rising Carbide Costs
When do replaceable-insert drills make more sense than solid carbide? Answering this question requires close examination of productivity.

13 May 2026
Can AI Automate Automation?
New hardware and software releases from Vention, including some powered by AI, are designed to make advanced automation more accessible to manufacturers.

10 Apr 2026
Addressing Challenges in Direct Part Marking on Stainless Steel
Ultrashort pulse laser black marking has emerged as a reliable solution to the marking challenges for medical-grade stainless steel.

20 Feb 2026
Measurement Gage and CMM All in One
This shopfloor device offers the flexibility to inspect parts in compare (gage) or absolute (CMM) modes depending on the user’s part inspection needs.

9 Feb 2026
Top Tooling Accessories to Boost Turning Productivity
Here is a handful of core accessories that can make turning more predictable, stable and profitable.

19 Jan 2026
Improving Steel Machinability
The M-Steel treatment can be applied to any steel grade to improve its machinability while potentially providing production cost savings.

5 Jun 2026 Cutting Tools
The Value of Bidirectional Thread Rolling
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27 Aug 2024
A ‘Clean’ Agenda Offers Unique Presentations in Chicago
The 2024 Parts Cleaning Conference, co-located with the International Manufacturing Technology Show, includes presentations by several speakers who are new to the conference and topics that have not been covered in past editions of this event.

10 May 2024
Industrial Cleaning Shop Zeros In on Precision
This parts cleaning company is elevating its efforts to become a technical cleanliness expert, which presents an exciting, yet sometimes arduous, journey. The ongoing education of the team as well as significant investments in equipment and processes attribute to this shop’s success.

11 Mar 2024
Kyzen Solvents Provide Safe Parts Cleaning
The SLV901 and SLV803 solvents are formulated to maintain cleaning efficacy while providing a safe, environmentally friendly alternative to processes that use PFAS and HFCs.

25 Jan 2024
Kyzen Solvents Provide Ease of Cleaning for Medical Parts
The Metalnox line of solvent products are designed to improve reliability and increase the ease of cleaning in vacuum and vapor degreasing processes.

30 May 2023
MicroCare Creates Alternative Specialty Cleaning Fluids
MicroCare offers alternatives and expertise for replacing 3M Novec vapor degreasing fluids which are being discontinued, including fluoropolymers, fluorinated fluids and PFAS-based additive products.

25 May 2023
In-line Monitoring for Automated Immersion Cleaning Systems
Ecoclean’s Acoustic Performance Measurement (APM) system provides in-line measurement of ultrasonic frequency and power in fully automated immersion cleaning systems on a batch-by-batch basis or at defined time intervals, such as once a shift, day or week.

28 Feb 2025 Parts Cleaning
Miraclean Tanks Enable Highly Configurable Cleaning System
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31 Jul 2026
NTMA Pittsburgh - One Voice Washington Update Webinar (monthly)
The NTMA Pittsburgh chapter hosts One Voice Washington Update Webinar (monthly) on July 31, 2026.

On Demand
From Drilling to Finish: Reamer-Quality Holes at Production Feeds
Iscar’s innovative products provide real-world results for challenging applications. The session will highlight how quick-change drill heads reduce machine downtime by eliminating the need for additional tool-length presetting. Learn how Iscar can serve as your productivity partner.

On Demand
Streamlining Swiss Machining Through Automation
Swiss CNC machines are ideal for producing small and high precision parts but programming these machines can be challenging and complex. Join this webinar to gain practical knowledge and information on user-friendly technologies to make programming your Swiss machines easier and more productive.AgendaLearn about technologies that cut programming time for Swiss machinesWatch advanced synchronization and machine aware simulation to reduce errors and improve first part successProgram long and complex parts easily with an intuitive Segmentation ManagerStay organized and efficient with built in data management tools

On Demand
How to Effectively Program Swiss-Types in Minutes, Not Hours
The presenter will walk through live demos on Citizen and Star machines, showing how built-in templates, Swiss-specific macros, and guided sync validation make setup and programming faster than you’ve previously experienced. You’ll also see how the software gives you clean G-code and realistic simulation so you can move from program to production with confidence. The webinar also offers an introduction to what’s new in ESPRIT EDGE 2025.2 such as automation tools including AI driven process planning and co-pilot. Agenda: Welcome and overview What’s new in ESPRIT EDGE 2025.2 Key differentiators Core features and live demos Wrap-up and call to action Live Q&A and follow-up resources

On Demand
Mastering Swiss Machining: Tooling Solutions for Efficient Machine Setup and Productivity
Join this webinar to discover how Iscar's quick-change tooling revolutionizes Swiss machining. Learn expert strategies to streamline parting, turning, milling and hole making, reducing downtime while boosting precision and efficiency. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance productivity.

On Demand
How Citizen Control Technology Saves Time on Every Set Up
Citizen proprietary control technology offers “one-button” functionality to help speed and simplify setups on CNC Swiss-type lathes with no manual data input (MDI) or jog wheel required. The control holds data for the part program current running. This data is used by the running system to enable a complex multi-axis, multi-tool-zone machine to be both safe and user friendly to set up. Examples of key information include barstock size, rapid approach distance, modular tool holders used to specifically define tool positions, spindle directions and potential collision zones due to the specific tooling systems used.
PMTS See All

29 Apr 2025
3 Trends From PMTS 2025
The 2025 Precision Machining Technology Show provided an excellent look at the variety of machining solutions catering to the U.S. metalworking industry, including a range of automation solutions for turned and milled parts.

24 Apr 2025
From Shop Floor to Show Floor: PMTS 2025 Delivers
PMTS’ record-setting event builds excitement for its return in 2027.

1 Apr 2025
No Fooling—PMTS 2025 Is Here!
The Precision Machining Technology Show (PMTS) 2025 is here! You still have time to register.

31 Mar 2025
T. J. Davies Retention Knobs Feature Corrosion Resistance
PMTS 2025: The company’s retention knobs are magnetic particle tested and then pull tested to 2.5 times the pulling force of the drawbar it is designed for.

28 Mar 2025
Schütte Grinding Machine Minimizes Cycle Times
PMTS 2025: The Schütte 335Linear five-axis all-linear precision universal grinding machine is designed for high-precision tool and cutter grinding.

27 Mar 2025
ANCA Tool Grinder Provides Consistent Cutting Tool Production
PMTS 2025: The MX7 Ultra tool grinder is designed to provide micron-level precision, reducing tool runout and optimizing tool life.
Emerging Leaders See All

29 Dec 2025
2025 Emerging Leaders Proflile: Ben Lawrence
One big initiative this quality manager helped spearhead for W.H. Bagshaw was a push to go paperless, especially relative to material and process certifications, which has drastically streamlined those processes.

22 Dec 2025
2025 Emerging Leaders Proflile: Aaron Kennedy
This company director and production manager at Mahler Machining is a staunch advocate for using data to drive decisions, a philosophy he has embedded deeply into the company.

15 Dec 2025
2025 Emerging Leaders Profile: Nushrat ‘Nush’ Ahmed
This quality inspector at Addman Group’s Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing says that in terms of a manufacturing career, she just kind of found it.

12 Dec 2025
2025 Emerging Leaders Proflile: Michael Mulroy
Among other initiatives, this former quality manager and now deputy general manager for BWX Technologies led the efforts to implement digital layered process audits, which have streamlined workflows and identified critical areas for improvement.

8 Dec 2025
2025 Emerging Leaders Proflile: Amanda Florenca
This AccuRounds Lifelong Learning University (ALLU) training coordinator says manufacturing has always been more than just a job; it’s been about her path of growth.

2 Dec 2025
Emerging Leaders Know Collaboration is Key
Although most of this year’s Emerging Leaders didn’t anticipate a career in manufacturing, their impact on their companies and the industry in general has been significant.
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15 Jul 2026
TMA Illinois Chicago - Morning Mixer: Tinley Park
The TMA Illinois Chicago chapter hosts Morning Mixer: Tinley Park on July 15, 2026 in Tinley Park, IL.

16 Jul 2026
AMT - 2026 Summer Economic Forum
AMT hosts 2026 Summer Economic Forum on July 16, 2026 online.

22 Jul 2026
NTMA Southern California - Industry Connections Event
The NTMA Southern California chapter hosts Industry Connections Event on July 22, 2026 in Anaheim, CA.

22 Jul 2026
NTMA Western Lake Erie - Mud Hens Networking Event
The NTMA Western Lake Erie chapter hosts Mud Hens Networking Event on July 22, 2026 in Toledo, OH.

23 Jul 2026
NTMA Northwestern PA - Golf Outing 2026
The NTMA Northwestern PA chapter hosts Golf Outing 2026 on July 23, 2026 in Cambridge Springs, PA.

27 Jul 2026
PMA - MDA Class 16 (Metalforming Development Academy)
PMA hosts MDA Class 16 (Metalforming Development Academy) on July 27-29, 2026.

15 Jul 2026 New & Upcoming
NTMA Southern California - She Leads SoCal: Women in Precision Mfg Kick-Off Register Now
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Basics 13 Jul 2026

Rising Carbide Prices: When Cermet Makes Sense
Measurement 10 Jul 2026

High-Volume Machine Shop Accelerates Quality Control with Automated 3D Gaging
SPONSORED 9 Jul 2026

Made in the USA, Built for Any Machine: CJWinter's Thread Roll Lineup
8 Jul 2026

Precision Machining Index Edges Higher in June, Extends Expansion to Six Months
6 Jul 2026

How Manufacturing Leaders Can Close the Information Gap
Workforce Development 2 Jul 2026

DoD-Supported Initiative Expands Workforce Development Programs
SPONSORED 1 Jul 2026

Beyond Cycle Time: Adopting the Philosophy of Every. Job. Faster.
29 Jun 2026

2026 Emerging Leaders Nominations Now Open
Cutting Tools 26 Jun 2026

Precision Machining Technology Review: June 2026
Aerospace 24 Jun 2026

The Value of Mass Finishing, Shot Blasting for Aerospace and Medical Applications

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How a Niche Medical Manufacturer Shows the Value of Nimbleness

This manufacturer of bipolar forceps and related devices is setting up its production processes to mirror the agility its family-owned business offers to adroitly serve medical industry customers.

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3 Jun 2026

Think ‘Process’ as you Plan for IMTS 2026

High-volume machining operations are more apt to think about the entire process of producing parts beyond the machine tools themselves. All such technology will be on display at IMTS this September.

Measurement 10 Jun 2026

Tool Presetter or Laser Tool Setter? Or Both?

There are advantages to measuring tools offline as there are on a machine tool. But shops might benefit the most by doing both.

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2026 Emerging Leaders Nominations Now Open

Precision Machining Index Eases in May but Holds Firm in Expansion

Be the Can Opener at Your Machine Shop

Matthew Kirchner

Manufacturers Who Win in the Age of AI Will Be Those Who Think Like Startups

The Value of Bidirectional Thread Rolling

Can AI Automate Automation?

The Value of Replaceable-Insert Drills Given Rising Carbide Costs

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