EPA Announces Largest Single Deregulatory Action in History

| Valve Magazine

Endangerment Finding, off-cycle credits, start-stop feature in cars will end.
#regulations

Cirrus G3 Vision Jet unveiling builds upon years of composites and safety expertise

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

An evolutionary update to the single-engine personal jet featuring a reimagined interior, increased seating capacity and more safety innovations is backed by Cirrus’ ongoing composites fabrication operations.

Static fire completion preps Firefly’s Alpha Flight 7 launch

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Planned test flight with a Feb. 18 launch window will validate Flight 8 upgrades, which include enhanced thermal protection systems and stronger composite structures.

Software de inspección de Hexagon agiliza el control de calidad

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La versión 2025.3, de VGStudio Max, incorpora una interfaz renovada y un análisis de porosidad e inclusiones potenciado por IA para acelerar la toma de decisiones en control de calidad a partir de datos de TC de piezas industriales.

Immersive Moldmaking Skills: Step Into VR at PTXPO 2026

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Discover how virtual reality transforms mold assembly training with immersive, risk-free practice — don't miss the exciting VR Showdown at PTXPO 2026!
#workforcedevelopment

FiniteNow introduces Instant-Quoting tool for more accessible, transparent simulation services

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Compared to traditionally slow and inflexible simulation consulting, FiniteNow’s platform combines expert execution and a vetted network to deliver rapid, transparent access to simulations for engineering teams.

KraussMaffei portfolio supports composites fabricators from development to series production

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Equipment supplier displays long fiber injection + wet pressing, RTM, ColorForm, FiberForm, NFPP, pultrusion, 3D printing of high-performance plastics exhibit.

Aluminum Cooling Component for Data Centers Printed Using LPBF: Pic of the Week

| Additive Manufacturing

The 3D printed aluminum cooling solution in this week’s Pic can reduce data centers’ energy consumption, lengthen the lifespan of computer chips and enable the reuse of excess heat.

Borealis participa en proyecto europeo de reciclaje químico electrificado

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Borealis participa en ELECTRO, una iniciativa financiada por la Unión Europea para convertir los residuos plásticos difíciles en olefinas circulares.  

Blueshift TPS tapes portfolio protects materials against extreme-condition environments

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: From Earth to LEO satellites, Blueshift’s wide breadth of AeroZero products are capable of supporting critical infrastructure without adding weight or bulk.

Thread Milling Cutter Enables Reliable Blind-Hole and Through-Hole Threading

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Walter USA’s TD610 Supreme full-effective thread milling cutter, suitable for steel, stainless steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals and super alloys up to a hardness of 48 HRC.

Gurit expands U.S. Corecell operations to support subsea demand

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Corecell structural foam core production is being expanded in Dallas, Texas, and will be operational by Q3 2026.

CAMX 2026 calls for awards, poster session applications

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

North American composites event opens opportunities for industry recognition and research showcase.

James Composites launches $6M fiberglass manufacturing operation in Western Kentucky

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Calvert City facility will expand production of fiberglass barge covers and leverage direct access to the Tennessee River starting early 2027.

Schrödinger 2026-1 software release enhances atomic-scale materials analysis, design capabilities

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Scientific capabilities, usability improvements and performance enhancements, including automated analysis workflow and refined ML solutions, are available to R&D materials users.

Touchstone Advanced Composites acquires Sawyer Composite

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Combined composite tooling and parts manufacturing expertise enhances comprehensive delivery to aerospace, defense customers.

Hexagon Agility secures $11.7M order for CNG trucks in Mexico

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Deal to equip trucking company with sleeper truck systems featuring Type 4 tanks promises up to 50% fuel savings and 90% NOx reduction.

Lecciones del control numérico para la manufactura aditiva

Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop México

La presión por adoptar nuevas tecnologías convive con limitaciones técnicas y el riesgo de obsolescencia en planta. La manufactura aditiva desempeña un rol comparable al del control numérico en sus primeras etapas: intervienen capacidades de máquina, criterios de diseño, estructuras de soporte, geometrías internas complejas y la necesidad de posprocesos.

Mel Composites announces expansion plans, highlights custom core kitting and foam engineering

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Precision core kits designed to remove complexity and Evonik foam solutions cut production time and improve composites performance.   

Emco Gantry Milling Machine Features Large Working Area in Compact Footprint

| Modern Machine Shop

The Powermill G3 PC3 features a robust, compact structure and Industry 4.0 digital solutions. 

Línea de fresas de Ceratizit mejora el mecanizado de superaleaciones

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La línea Monstermill ISO-S, de Ceratizit, incorpora nuevas geometrías, recubrimientos y configuraciones de 4, 5 y 6 labios para mecanizar aleaciones a base de níquel y titanio, con mayor estabilidad térmica, menor desgaste y mejores acabados superficiales.

Kennametal Solid Carbide End Mills Enhance Versatility, Cost Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Kennametal Inc. introduces the GoMill Pro solid carbide end mill lineup, designed for general engineering, transportation, energy and medical shops cutting steels, stainless steels and cast iron.