Falcon 10X jet rollout is set for March 2026

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dassault Aviation’s unveiling marks the next milestone in the ultra-long-range business jet program, which features a high-speed, long-range carbon fiber wing design.

GWEC insights place wind energy at the center of future economic development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

According to 2025 data, wind energy has become the go-to renewable energy globally, with an 8.8% forecast raise for 2025 wind installation, leading growth in Asia and 2-TW capacity by 2030.
#economics

NCC confirms Large Structures Innovation Centre site, announces Vestas as launch partner

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Purpose-built space located on the Isle of Wight is underway to allow companies to carry out full-scale composite structure trials, develop new manufacturing methods and build practical readiness across the supply chain.

Shop-Floor Initiations: The Stories You Shared (and Why We Want More)

| MoldMaking Technology

From spotting blue to box stretchers, these shared stories show how harmless shop pranks build belonging, humility and lifelong manufacturing memories.

A Bit of Swiss Machining Fun

| Production Machining

Machining is a serious business, but you have to have some fun along the way, too.

Mykita incorpora lentes con 50 % de material reciclado

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con Tritan Renew de Eastman, Mykita reduce el uso de plástico virgen en lentes demo sin afectar la calidad ni el desempeño.

Sunnen Benchtop Air Gage Provides Real-Time Quality Monitoring

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The PGA-1000 air gage is designed to simplify quality control documentation and traceability.

Evolving Electric Vehicle Drivetrains Put New Demands on Engineering Polymers

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Electrified transportation stimulates innovation in plastics.

Celebrating Surface Finishing's Vital Role in 2026

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Here’s a quick look at several programs PF has lined up for 2026 designed to connect, inspire and elevate the finishing community.

Sicomin highlight CMR-free resins, debuts dedicated GreenPoxy booth

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: A Sicomin booth, plus a standalone GreenPoxy presence, reinforces the supplier’s enhanced focus on sustainable composite options, including CMR-free resin formulations and demonstrate of its systems’ capabilities.

Platinum Tooling Collets, Guide Bushings Optimized Turning Operations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc. distributes Tecnicrafts Industries’ precision collets and guide bushings, designed for Swiss-type CNC lathes and various turning applications.

Zahoransky Awarded Bronze Medal by EcoVadis

| MoldMaking Technology

Company confirms its commitment to sustainability and achieves a top ranking at the first attempt within its industry.  
#regulations

Pedidos manufactureros repuntan en enero

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En enero de 2026 aumentó 3.5 puntos el Indicador de Pedidos Manufactureros, comparado con el mes anterior.

How Manufacturing CEOs Are Rebuilding Strategy Amid Tariffs and Talent Gaps

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

Tariffs, shifting costs and talent gaps are reshaping the math for small and midsized manufacturers. Mike Sibley explains how smart CEOs are reworking pricing, workforce and investment decisions instead of waiting for stability.
#economics #workforcedevelopment

Portabrocas y portachaflanes T-A Pro de Allied reducen cambios de herramienta

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La ampliación de la línea T-A Pro incorpora portabrocas que permiten taladrar y chaflanar en una sola operación, lo que disminuye tiempos de ciclo y operaciones secundarias.

AMAPLAST participará en Expo Plásticos 2026 con tecnología italiana

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

AMAPLAST participará en Expo Plásticos 2026 con un stand institucional orientado a promover maquinaria, equipos y moldes para plástico y caucho en el mercado mexicano. México representó en 2024 el tercer destino de exportación de Italia del sector, con suministros por cerca de 230 millones de euros.

Tormach CNC Mill Boosts Spindle Power

| Modern Machine Shop

The 770MX CNC mill includes a series of enhancements intended to reduce cycle times, improve ease of use and support consistent, repeatable machining performance across a wide range of applications.

Circular Structures USA Inc. launches dedicated U.S. supply of flax fiber reinforcements

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New East Coast workshop and distribution hub serves growing demand for localized access to biocomposites across marine, mobility and industrial sectors.

Pilatus breaks ground on fifth flagship U.S. facility in Florida

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Sarasota facility will boost sales, service and production for composites-intensive PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft with room for future investment and growth.

Wells Advanced Materials introduces Towpremax for advanced filament winding

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

High-performance prepreg tow enables efficient dry filament winding in pressure vessels like hydrogen storage cylinders, ensuring quality and productivity.

Cinco tendencias clave para la robótica industrial en 2026

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Con un valor de mercado de más de 16,700 millones de dólares, la demanda de robots industriales está impulsada por innovaciones tecnológicas, fuerzas del mercado y nuevos campos de negocio. 

How Manufacturing CEOs Are Rebuilding Strategy Amid Tariffs and Talent Gaps

Brent Donaldson | Manufacturing Connected

Tariffs, shifting costs and talent gaps are reshaping the math for small and mid-sized manufacturers. Mike Sibley explains how smart CEOs are reworking pricing, workforce and investment decisions instead of waiting for stability.
#economics #workforcedevelopment