Chris Pasion Managing Editor, 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ | Production Machining

Chris Pasion is the managing editor of 91ÊÓƵÍøÕ¾ÎÛ. He graduated with an M.A. in professional writing from the and joined as an editorial assistant in July 2021. He contributed as a writer to MMS’ sister brand, , before joining the MMS team full time in August 2022. In this position, he coordinates the publication of the print magazine, publishes news and product releases to MMS’ website and copyedits columns and other written content for the brand.

In addition to working as an editor, Chris is a freelance photographer in the Cincinnati, Ohio area.

PMTS

Ceratizit Milling Cutters Provide Pinpoint Micromachining Accuracy

PMTS 2025: AluLine – Micro milling cutters is designed for applications with small workpieces that require high-tolerance machining.

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AMT Elects New Board Leadership, Honors Outgoing Members

Michael Cicco, president and CEO of FANUC America Corp., has been elected chairman of the board for AMT. Markus Stolmar, president and CEO of United Grinding North America Inc., joins as a newly elected board member.

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Grinding

United Grinding Equipment Provides Precise Grinding Performance

PMTS 2025: United Grinding showcases its Studer FavoritCNC cylindrical grinding machine and the Walter Helitronic Mini Plus tool grinding machine.

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Datanomix Software Optimizes Production Monitoring

PMTS 2025: Datanomix’s production monitoring software is designed to help manufacturers boost machining efficiency.

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Toolholders

iSwiss Collet Protects Sensitive Parts During Machining

PMTS 2025: The Gold Wave Collet product line is designed to prevent scratching and help preserve the finish of sensitive parts.

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Gosiger Lathe Optimized for Intricate Parts Production

PMTS 2025: The NN-25UB8K is designed to reduce vibration and thermal displacement, providing consistent, accurate performance even during high-speed operations.  

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PMTS

Star CNC Swiss-Type Lathe Features Twin-Thread Whirling Unit

PMTS 2025: The SD-26 Type S employs a gate-shaped gang-style tool post including two B-axis stations, which are capable of programmable simultaneous five-axis control.

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CAD/CAM

Mastercam Expands CAM Ecosystem With Acquisitions

Sandvik announces Mastercam’s acquisition of Barefoot CNC, CAD/CAM Solutions, CamTech Engineering Services and CIMCO.

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PMTS

Speedgrip Chuck Systems Provide Reliable Workholding Changeovers

PMTS 2025: Speedgrip Chuck Co.’s NDS Quick-Change Mandrel, QCR Quick-Change Receiver and CSC Contactless Stroke Control systems are designed to streamline workholding changeovers.

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PMTS

JTEKT Five-Axis VMC Features Rigid Construction

PMTS 2025: WELE UG630 VMCs are designed to provide increased rigidity while sustaining higher load capacities.

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Rego-Fix to Host Inaugural Open House at Machining Center

The Indy Days: Race Into Excellence event takes place on May 14-15 in Whitestown, Indiana, and will feature the latest manufacturing technology from Rego-Fix and its CME partners from around the world.

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Turning Tools

Iscar Quick-Change System Boosts Machining Stability

PMTS 2025: The NeoSwiss modular quick-change system’s clamping mechanism provides high repeatability, maintaining a position accuracy of ±0.0008" during head replacements.

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