Fibreglass Victoria hits milestone in automotive mold project

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Australian custom molder unveils successful fiberglass composite mold sections for a Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing replica, emphasizing its precision and quality in composite builds. 

CIMC-Hexagon rolls out Type 4 hydrogen multi-element gas container

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Milestone in high-pressure hydrogen storage and transport fills a domestic gap in China, with goals to eventually expand into regional Asian markets.

EOLIAN project reports successful infusion trials of vitrimer composite wind blade

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Basalt fiber-reinforced laminate using promising bio-based vitrimer formulations that meet wind industry standards moves EU project on the path toward future industrial wind blade application.

BladeBridge shows economic, environmental promise for recreational trail bridge development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New study shows bridges from retired wind turbine blades are more cost-effective and eco-friendly than steel, FRP or glulam options, with lower CO2 emissions and positive market potential.

Commercial aerospace order calls for Hexagon Agility Type 4 tanks

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Inaugural order will see the delivery of high-pressure carbon fiber cylinders from Hexagon Agility’s Lincoln facility through 2026.

Avances en tecnologías de inteligencia artificial aplicadas al mecanizado CNC

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

La inteligencia artificial se ha integrado en el mecanizado como una herramienta operativa para enfrentar paros no planificados, tiempos de programación elevados y variaciones de calidad. Analizamos algunas aplicaciones que ya están al alcance de los talleres metalmecánicos, desde software CAM asistido por IA hasta soluciones de control de proceso y mantenimiento predictivo.

Bally Ribbon Mills presents 3D woven composites expertise

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Film-infused 3D woven joints, woven thermal protection systems (TPS) and woven composite 3D structures are presented at BRM’s booth.

AkzoNobel Eco+ Products Provide Measurable Sustainability Benefits

| Products Finishing

The Eco+ designation brings together powder coating solutions from the Interpon and Resicoat portfolios that qualify in at least one of six defined sustainability benefits for finishers.

Crecen las exportaciones de aeronaves, vehículos espaciales y sus partes en 2025

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El valor de las exportaciones del capítulo "Aeronaves, vehículos espaciales y sus partes" fue de 1,075.8 millones de dólares en 2025, lo que representó un crecimiento del 45.1 % con respecto al año anterior.

Aduro inicia operaciones en planta piloto NGP

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La planta NGP ejecuta pruebas con residuos plásticos y valida la tecnología Hydrochemolytic rumbo a la instalación FOAK.

Seco Tools Finishing Grade Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The TS0501 finishing grade provides optimal tool life, surface finish and reliability in demanding aerospace and energy applications.

Industrial CT System Enables Fast Shop Floor Inspection

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

LK Metrology Corex 250 is designed for non-destructive internal inspection of complex parts in seconds.

Bonded fastening meets the digital factory

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

Automation and XR tools aim to scale adhesive fastening for composites at next-gen aerospace production rates.

10 Years of Plastics Technology Top Shops

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

For the last decade, the survey, which is open until March 31, has gathered data, undertaken analysis and delivered insights to help injection molders improve operations.

Register for the Aerospace and Defense Workshop at IMTS 2026

| Additive Manufacturing

Registration is now open for the half-day event focused on additive manufacturing for Aerospace + Defense applications. 

Multitasking Machines Scale Up Setup

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Job shops don’t mass produce parts — they mass produce setups. Here’s how Sanks Machining has streamlined setup in its shop. 

Haltec Makes the Case for Standard Tools

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Learn why this manufacturer of air valves and inflation systems switched from custom tools to off-the-shelf tools to machine its precision product components.

Plataforma de Verisurf mejora la eficiencia de la manufactura digital

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Verisurf 2026 refuerza módulos de CAD con MBD, medición, construcción, análisis, automatización e ingeniería inversa, con mayor interoperabilidad y compatibilidad de dispositivos para cerrar el ciclo entre diseño y calidad.

The Hidden Culprits of Coating Failures

| Products Finishing

Uncover the real culprits behind coating failures, from dust illusions to inconsistent surface energy, even when everything else seems fine. 

Multitasking Machines Scale Up Setup

Julia Hider | Techspex

Job shops don’t mass produce parts — they mass produce setups. Here’s how Sanks Machining has streamlined setup in its shop. 

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Star SU Gear Tools Feature Specialized Coating for High-Volume Production

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Star SU introduces Alcrona EVO coating technology across its gear cutting tool portfolio, improving wear resistance and tool life.