IFW realizes complex composite sandwich structures with AFP

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

SHOREliner project demonstrates automated manufacture of topology-optimized aircraft fuselage structures showcasing digital process chain.

Cobots Bring Custom Injection Molder Greater Flexibility

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Family-owned injection molder optimizes production with collaborative robots (cobots), realizing a return on investment in just 1,500 hours.

Mazak Turning Machine Enhances Part Processing Versatility

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Mazak Corp. introduces the Quick Turn 450MY multitasking CNC turning center with an extended bed length option for processing extra-long workpieces.

SW Twin-Spindle Machining Center Boosts Production of Large-Scale Components

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

SW North America’s BF 12-21D machining center is optimized for large-scale automotive structural component manufacturing.

AkzoNobel Advances Local Production of Interpon D3020 in India

| Products Finishing

AkzoNobel deepens commitment to India’s architecture sector with its fluoropolymer powder coating, offering shorter delivery times and faster color matching.

Centros de barrenado profundo y mecanizado Unisig para moldes

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La serie USC-M, de Unisig, que combina barrenado profundo y fresado en una sola máquina, reduce tiempos de preparación y aumenta la flexibilidad en la producción de moldes.

Befra abre la puerta a la proveeduría plástica local en México

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Durante un encuentro de CANACINTRA León, Befra (grupo que integra a Betterware y Jafra), anunció su estrategia para fortalecer la fabricación de productos plásticos hechos en México.  

Hexagon Software Integration Enables Faster Programming for Complex Parts

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

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.

Safran amplía capacidad industrial en Querétaro

| Modern Machine Shop México

La expansión de Safran en Querétaro refuerza la estrategia del grupo para aumentar capacidad productiva, consolidar la proveeduría regional y acompañar el crecimiento del sector aeroespacial en México en 2026.

30 Under 30: The Momentum Continues

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Keenan Jensen joins this year’s 30 Under 30 for helping to advance Skuld’s CNC capability, complex tooling design and innovative lost-foam manufacturing processes.

How I Made It: David Modig, Chairman of Modig Machine Tool

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

What traits prepare someone to take the reins of a machine tool OEM? Curiosity above all, according to David Modig, chairman of Swedish OEM Modig Machine Tool.

Why Shouldn’t Sawing Be Smart, Too?

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Digitized and networked manufacturing processes are becoming a bigger part of the metal processing industry. This includes sawing operations, in which companies can benefit from higher efficiency, lower costs and improved process reliability.

Third patent issues for vaulted concrete SIP formwork system

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Vaulted stay-in-place (SIP) reinforcement system for strengthening concrete structures in construction moves toward commercialization.

Thin-walled helicopter firewall OCMC component saves future operational costs

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Walter Pritzkow’s simple philosophy “make it thin and make it light” with the use of oxide ceramic matrix composites (OCMC) presents step change for aerospace giants like Airbus.

Sherwin-Williams Wins Two Energy Awards for Heat-Flex AEB

| Products Finishing

The 2025 Gulf Energy Information Excellence Award and 2025 Vaaler Award recognize the thermal insulation system’s ability to eradicate costly and dangerous corrosion hidden beneath insulation.

Acuerdo con ECOCE convertirá al Legislativo en modelo de economía circular

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

ECOCE y el Congreso de la Ciudad de México acuerdan acciones de educación ambiental, reciclaje y aprovechamiento de envases posconsumo.

Consider Bringing Passivation In-House

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Given the growing acceptance of citric passivation, shops might find bringing this process in-house can lower manufacturing costs and speed delivery lead times.

SABIC Divests Plastics Business Units

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

German investment firms to buy European Petrochemical business as well as Engineering Thermoplastics business in the Americas and Europe.

Ikotek amplía su producción en México

| Modern Machine Shop México

Con el objetivo de aumentar su capacidad de producción, reducir la dependencia asiática y cumplir con la Ley de Acuerdos Comerciales, Ikotek USA anunció la ampliación de sus operaciones de manufactura en México.

Juise Mobility Aims to Make E-Mobility Infrastructure Safe, Secure and Seamless

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The Michigan startup is leveraging 3D printing support through Project DIAMOnD to produce charging stations for e-bikes, e-scooters and more.

Platinum Tooling Collets, Guide Bushings Optimize Turning Operations

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

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

Molding Expert LLC to Debut Industry’s First VR Mold Assembly Training at PTXPO 2026

| MoldMaking Technology

Immersive VR program allows participants to safely practice mold assembly and disassembly procedures in a highly realistic, interactive environment. 
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