Congreso de México realiza ajustes en aranceles a autopartes

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

El Congreso aprobó aumentos arancelarios a más de 1,400 productos importados de China y otros países sin TLC, vigentes desde 2026.

Hexagon Software Integration Enables Faster Programming for Complex Parts

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The integration of Hexagon’s WorkNC CAM software and the cloud-based tool library is said to strengthen how CAM programmers apply validated tooling data and proven machining methods.

Composite trends gaining industrial traction for 2026

Yannick Willemin | CompositesWorld

Startups & Investors topics over the last year show the industry is rapidly gaining maturity while benefiting from macro-trends in circularity, AI and TPC and high-rate manufacturing, all potential gains for investors.

Tecnología Omax de Hypertherm impulsa la implementación de Smart Factory

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El tablero de mantenimiento y utilización, junto con la aplicación Omax Order, ofrece a los usuarios de waterjet abrasivo datos operativos en tiempo real y gestión eficiente de refacciones.

Precision Machining Technology Review: January 2026

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s January 2026 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Kyocera SGS Precision Tools, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Star SU, Erowa Technology Inc., SW North America and Sandvik Coromant.

Paul Caprio Promoted to President LS Mtron

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Caprio to lead LS Mtron for the U.S. and Canada and join the injection molding machine supplier's North American board of directors.

Nordmann debuts composites-oriented product portfolios, expanded distribution

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Nordmann highlights its growing composites sector role with an expanded Olin partnership, introducing Litestone epoxy systems, high-quality resins from Alta Performance Materials and other partner-oriented portfolio offerings.  

IECA y la Universidad Politécnica de Guanajuato impulsan la capacitación y desarrollo tecnológico

| Modern Machine Shop México

Ambas instituciones ya realizaban actividades conjuntas como conferencias, cursos especializados, proyectos tecnológicos y capacitación que beneficiaron a más de 400 estudiantes.

Designing for Decoupled Molding: Why It Starts with the Mold

| MoldMaking Technology

When a mold is designed with decoupling in mind, the result is lower scrap, faster startups, better part quality and happier customers.

Kennametal Grooving Inserts Enhance Tool Life with Advanced Coating

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Kennametal Inc.’s KCU10B and KCU25B grades for Top Notch grooving and threading feature Kengold PVD coating for improved wear detection and performance.

CONTRAX Debuts: Summer Show in Austin, Fall in Grand Rapids

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

Discover CONTRAX, a new event series connecting U.S. contract manufacturing buyers and suppliers in Austin and Grand Rapids. Explore exhibits on 3D printing, CNC machining and more.

Flow presenta sistemas de corte flexibles con waterjet, láser y dobladora

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El sistema Flow NX Pro de corte por agua, junto con el láser de fibra LZR y la dobladora HyperBend, amplían la capacidad de los talleres para cubrir múltiples procesos con exactitud y eficiencia.

"It's Easy to Buy a Printer... It's Another Skill Entirely to Create Value." Q&A with Bifrost Manufacturing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Founder and CEO Killian Erickson shares what the contract manufacturer has learned about additive manufacturing and how to bring that value to customers of all shapes and sizes. 
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Women in Manufacturing Announces Second Annual Men as Allies Conference

| Products Finishing

Two-day event will highlight allyship’s impact on workforce strength and business success.

Hasco Expands Offerings, Including 3D-Printed Hot Runners

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

Updates include cooling systems, slide retainers, chemical working substances and online ordering, along with advances for additive manufacturing in hot runners.

Proactivity Generates Success: Takeaways from Top Shops 2025

Julia Hider | Production Machining

What sets a Top Shop apart from other shops? Industry leaders explored this question at the 2025 Top Shops Conference and found a common answer: proactive, intentional purchases and systems planning.

Uruguay tendrá dos plantas de pirólisis de plásticos

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Afrecor y Solve Recycling firmaron un acuerdo para instalar dos plantas de pirólisis de plásticos en Uruguay, con el objetivo de impulsar la economía circular.

Additive Engineering Solutions acquires Momentous Mold, boosting precision tooling

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Two-month acquisition of Momentous Mold & Machine brings 2,000 years of expertise, advanced CNC machining and ITAR-certified solutions to tackle complex aerospace, defense challenges from prototype to production.

B&T Composites installs multi-material AFP machine

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: B&T Composites installs Mikrosam multi-material thermoplastic and thermoset composites system, expanding manufacturing horizons.

Envalior EcoPaXX CFRTP UD tape enables H2 tanks to withstand high-pressure loads

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

UD continuous fiber tape wraps polyamide liners for robust H2 storage, achieving 2.2 GPa tensile strength, 20% savings and easier processing without curing or hazardous chemicals.

NC State, Houston University develops self-healing composite that repairs damage 1,000 times

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

FRP with 3D printed agents and embedded heaters successfully self-repairs delamination, offering the potential for composite components to last for centuries.  

GENEX project final event presents findings in digital twins, smart manufacturing and composites repair

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

In-person event scheduled for Feb. 17-18, 2026, in Spain features a dynamic agenda, round tables to foster dialogue and a technical visit to Teruel Airport.