Cannon Group R&D improves precise composite mold temperature control

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With an approach based on the intrinsic properties of composite materials, the resulting Nexus system saves 70% energy compared to standard heating practices and heat ramp-up time reduced by 80%. 

Made Smarter funding supports AFD Systems digital enhancements for expertise growth

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

3D scanning metrology systems, amongst other ongoing investments, help enhance AFD’s support polymer and composites aerospace engineering, enter new markets and scale operations with a growing skilled workforce.

SHD Composites commissions wide-format UD prepreg, film coating lines

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With improved process control and wider material options, SHD is accelerating development cycles and supporting more ambitious composite designs.

China tests S2000 grid-connected high-altitude wind turbine

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Developed by Beijing Linyi Yunchuan Energy Technology, the S2000 megawatt-class airborne wind power system aims to complement conventional wind power and expand clean energy into remote regions.

Uavos completes high-efficiency aerocomposite curing oven

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Uavos has validated its advanced composite curing oven for aerospace, featuring ±1.7°C uniformity, up to 200°C operation, energy savings and reduced scrap.

Mantenimiento de fluidos en mecanizado y su impacto en la operación

| Modern Machine Shop México

La presión por reducir paros no planeados y costos de disposición obliga a revisar cómo se gestiona el mantenimiento de los fluidos en el mecanizado. La estabilidad del sistema depende de la concentración, el pH, la contaminación microbiana y el control del aceite y de los parásitos.

Instron demonstrate impact, fatigue and static testing systems

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Live composites demonstrations and a tour of WaveMatrix3 testing software gives attendees real-time visibility to Instron’s testing environment.

Questions to Help Determine if an HMC Makes Sense for Your Shop

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Horizontal machining centers can be milling’s version of high-volume production. Ask these three questions to determine if that equipment could enable your shop to diversify/expand its capabilities.

Gannon & Scott Welcomes Senior Accountant to Finance Department

| Products Finishing

Chris Cummings will oversee accounting operations and support financial reporting amid upcoming Gannon & Scott’s acquisition by Metalor Technologies USA.

Innovative Coating Line Elevates Automotive Lens Production

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Performance Coatings’ dual-capable coating line uses CO2 cleaning technology to boost yield and reduce contaminants. 

NGR lanza X:GRAN 145 con clasificación dinámica

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

NGR introduce la X:GRAN 145 con Dynamic Classification Unit, que combina un doble tornillo y una clasificación dinámica para el reciclaje posindustrial.

Quoting in a Changing Industrial Landscape

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

A new generation of buyers and technological advances are reshaping the quoting process. Here’s how job shops can turn these shifts into growth opportunities.

Kyocera Torque Insert Driver Improves Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The DTD500 Electric Torque Insert Driver provides optimal torque control for reliable insert clamping, reducing variability and operator fatigue.

Five Things You Get With Your CompositesWorld Magazine Subscription

Jodee McElfresh | CompositesWorld

Reliable news and information on where and how fiber-reinforced composites are being applied — that’s just the start of what you get from our team here at CompositesWorld.

Ultrasonic Welding and Cleaning Technologies

| MoldMaking Technology

Branson solutions are used on plant floors, in work cells and in cleanroom environments worldwide, supporting the production of automotive parts, medical devices, electronic components and more.

Smaller, More Flexible System for Compression Blow Molding

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

SACMI’s new Linear Blow Forming (LBF) process evolved from its Compression Blow Forming (CBF) technology and is aimed at lower volumes of a wider range of products. It also boasts smaller, more flexible footprint and greater energy savings.

Maricell spotlights MYcell structural core application versatility

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: The Italian composite core manufacturer is sharing updates on MYcell mechanical performance and the results behind its application in highly competitive sports.

End-to-End Automation for Industrial Additive Manufacturing Workflows

| Additive Manufacturing

AMIS, part of Hybrid Software Group, introduces Amis Runtime, a scripting engine designed to eliminate repetitive build preparation tasks, reduce operator errors and bring configurable workflows to industrial additive manufacturing.

Wittmann exhibe novedades en microinyección en PTXPO

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

En Rosemont, Wittmann destaca el micromoldeo de precisión y las soluciones integradas de automatización.  

Ryerson y Olympic Steel completan fusión e impulsan crecimiento y presencia en manufactura

| Modern Machine Shop México

En México, ambas empresas atienden a sectores como la manufactura, la industria automotriz, la línea blanca, la maquinaria, la construcción y las aplicaciones industriales, entre otros.

Sentherm conductive polymers match aluminum thermal performance, cut weight

Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld

Tailored filler networks, anisotropic material design and manufacturing process control achieve hybrid  polymers for EVs, batteries and other automotive-related electronics with 95% of aluminum’s thermal performance and 25-45% reduced component weight.

Seven Steps to Speed Quoting

Julia Hider | Manufacturing Connected

In today's manufacturing landscape, demographic shifts, digitalization and AI are reshaping everything, including quoting.