Tungaloy Exchangeable-Head Systems Reduce Carbide Consumption

| Modern Machine Shop

Tungaloy Corp.'s DrillMeister drilling system and TungMeister milling system promote material efficiency and versatility amid rising raw-material costs.

Episode 66: An Interview With Matthew Kirchner, LAB Midwest

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Workforce challenges in manufacturing include retiring boomers and tech shifts like AI. Learn how innovative education programs are bridging the skills gap.
#workforcedevelopment

Vertical Aerospace secures agreement for up to $850 million in capital support

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Amended debt maturity and securing of multiple funding vehicles positions Vertical with near-term working capital and future capital access to advance its eVTOL program through 2026.

Call for abstracts for ITHEC 2026 ends April 19

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

International Conference and Exhibition on Thermoplastic Composites (ITHEC, Oct. 28-29) in Bremen, Germany calls for submissions to present

TANIQ launches further multi-process manufacturing solution with rubber winding for composites

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Single cell and software environment enable lightweight applications such as pressure vessels, canisters, rocket motor cases and airframe components.

European yacht projects, AQAP certification strengthen Vabo Composites marine support

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Polish and French vessel builds are geared to implement Vabo’s FRD60-rated hatches and doors, and the company makes defense and naval certification headway.

Syensqo materials support Artemis II rocket propulsion systems

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Advanced materials from Syensqo, designed to withstand extreme conditions, support NASA’s Artemis II crewed lunar flyby through Space Launch System (SLS) solid rocket boosters.

Penn State uses iVABS framework to advance real-world composite rotorcraft blades

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With support from AnalySwift’s software tools, Penn State aims to reduce design cycle time, improve manufacturability and validate composite blade performance against analytical predictions.

Zotefoams appoints Wulfmeyer as first Approved Fabricator for aerospace program

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

As part of the Global Partner Program, the German aviation specialist will support European customers with expertise in high-precision aircraft foam components.

Engel strengthens customer proximity, service and access with Engel Spain

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Partner rebrand builds in direct access to the Engel Group’s technology, service and solutions portfolio to Spanish plastics and composites customers.

Knuth abre instalación en Querétaro para atender el mercado mexicano

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La compañía fortalece su presencia en el país con una nueva sede enfocada en soporte técnico y suministro de máquinas-herramienta para manufactura.

10 minutes to influence U.S. manufacturing policy

Jodee McElfresh | CompositesWorld

U.S. manufacturing policy is being decided now—and it will directly affect your costs, supply chain, and competitiveness. Your voice can help shape what comes next. Complete the 2026 Reshoring Survey today to inform policymakers and strengthen U.S. manufacturing. All respondents receive final results for benchmarking purposes.
#economics #workforcedevelopment #regulations

PTXPO 2026: Innovation, Precision and Collaboration Define the Future of Moldmaking, Part 2

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

PTXPO 2026 underscored key developments across digital simulation, efficient hot runner and thermal management systems, 3D printing enhancements, advanced mold steels and components, proactive maintenance strategies, automation and collaborative efforts to strengthen the workforce.

Laser Cleaning Fast-Tracks Surface Preparation

| Products Finishing

Laser cleaning solutions can provide a faster clean for manufacturers with time-saving and cost-effective benefits.

Addressing Challenges in Direct Part Marking on Stainless Steel

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Ultrashort pulse laser black marking has emerged as a reliable solution to the marking challenges for medical-grade stainless steel.

10 Minutes to Influence U.S. Manufacturing Policy

Jodee McElfresh | Modern Machine Shop

U.S. manufacturing policy is being decided now—and it will directly affect your costs, supply chain and competitiveness. Your voice can help shape what comes next. Complete the 2026 Reshoring Survey today to inform policymakers and strengthen U.S. manufacturing.
#economics #regulations

Plant-Based Resin as a Processable Plastic Substitute

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Utopia Plastix produces resin from cover crops that is compatible with plastics processing equipment.

Sparc to Evaluate Incorporation of HydroGraph Graphene in Coatings-Focused Ecosparc Additives

| Products Finishing

A letter of intent provides a framework for the testing and use of HydroGraph’s Fractal Graphene within Sparc’s ecosparc additives in both water-based and solvent-based protective coatings.

CAMWorks 2026 incorpora programación para tornos tipo suizo

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

CAMWorks 2026 incorpora funcionalidades para tornos tipo suizo que amplían las capacidades del sistema para programación de máquinas CNC con múltiples husillos y unidades de herramienta.

Marubeni Citizen-Cincom Turning Center Features Modular Tooling System

| Production Machining

Marubeni Citizen's Cincom L12 Swiss turning center features user-friendly programming, a detachable guide bushing and modular tooling for versatile, efficient machining.

Xenia Adds Compounds With High Modulus Carbon Fiber

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

HM Upgrade range offers improved stiffness and impact resistance. 

Hasco lanza Push-Lok Ø5 para mejorar refrigeración en moldes

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La ampliación del sistema Ø5, de Hasco, ofrece una mayor eficiencia en componentes compactos, como insertos y correderas.