Production Machining

Source: Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. Mitsubishi Electric Automation Inc. features live demonstrations of LoadMate Plus and ARIA, two preengineered robotic machine tending solutions designed to help manufacturers automate CNC mills and lathes with confidence, flexibility and scalability. Automated machine tending enables longer spindle uptime, improved process consistency and redeployment of skilled workers to higher-value tasks.

Rego-Fix Tool Corp. showcases its toolholding solutions for manufacturers seeking enhanced precision, repeatability and reliability in their machining processes. The company will feature the original ER collet by Rego-Fix, and its PowRgrip toolholding system. The booth also features an Ed Carpenter Racing vehicle on display.

IACMI will introduce new initiatives to engage more than 50,000 students from kindergarten through 12th grade and to provide hundreds of internship opportunities. Source: IACMI Do you know IACMI–The Composites Institute? It’s anational manufacturing institute that connects industry, government and academia to accelerate innovation and strengthen the U.S. manufacturing workforce.

The benefits of cycle time optimization have been exhaustively documented. All other variables held equal, reducing cycle time by even a fraction of a second increases productivity and profitability. On the shop floor, though, all other variables are never held equal. While cycle time plays a significant role in maximizing success, manufacturers are better served by expanding their focus to producing every job faster. Put simply, the every job faster philosophy encompasses yet expands on cycle time.

May 2026 Cover Story Machining HRSAs: When to Move Beyond Carbide Shops have a variety of cutting tool options — including but not limited to carbide — when it comes to effectively machining heat-resistant super alloys. 3 Fresh Workforce Development Ideas Shopfloor employee training and workforce development were challenges faced decades ago just as they are now. But new alternatives such as these three continue to be created to help shops grow their talent base.

Source: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions Source: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions Source: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions highlights its expanded FlexFiltration coolant management systems that extend coolant life, improve part finishes and reduce maintenance procedures and costs.

The PMPA Mastery Program is a unique, immersive experience designed to deepen participants’ understanding of the precision machining supply chain from raw materials to finished parts. Over a series of guided tours, attendees visit member shops, mills, toolmakers and other key industry partners to see firsthand how each piece of the process contributes to exceptional precision manufacturing.

Every month, we’re putting together a Technology Showcase to highlight new product information that PM has received from supplier companies. For the latest new products across the broad spectrum of precision machining, check out Production Machining’s New Products online. If you would like to learn more about the latest news, product technology and operational best practices in the precision machining industry, consider subscribing to Production Machining’s free monthly print magazine.

Iscar USA’s Quickpenta 24 insert system for grooving, parting and light turning applications is designed to simplify insert indexing, reduce downtime and improve machining stability. The Quickpenta 24 combines a multifunctional cutting platform with a clamping mechanism that enables faster insert changes and increased shopfloor productivity. At the core of the system is the Quickpenta 24’s Safe-Lock clamping mechanism, engineered to provide secure insert retention and stability during machining.

KUKA Robotics showcases its advanced robotic automation solutions for machine tool tending, material handling and robotic milling with OEM and integration partners. Experience live demonstrations that show how the company makes automation easier and how its industrial robots, autonomous mobile platforms and partner technologies work together in real-world production environments.