Anaglyph supports composites design, analysis with user-driven software

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Demonstrated PlyMatch, Laminate Tools, CoDA and LAP software offerings augment precise hand layup and structural design and analysis.

TMTS 2026 impulsa la manufactura inteligente y sostenible con IA en Asia

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La Taiwan International Machine Tool Show (TMTS) 2026, que se llevará a cabo del 25 al 28 de marzo de 2026 en el Taichung International Convention and Exhibition Center (TICEC), en Taichung, Taiwán, se perfila como uno de los principales encuentros globales de la industria de máquina-herramienta y manufactura avanzada en Asia.

Robotic computed laminography brings X-ray CT resolution to large composite structures

Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld

Omni NDE collaborative robots, X-ray end effectors and Voxray’s reconstruction approach enables 5-micron inspection of aerospace parts without size constraints.

ProFile v5 de Progressive Components mejora la gestión de moldes de inyección

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La nueva versión de la plataforma ProFile unifica datos en tiempo real, conectividad con sistemas de manufactura y monitoreo inteligente de salud del molde para optimizar la eficiencia en talleres de inyección.

New Take on Extrusion Creates ‘First’ Long-Glass Composite Siding

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

A customer request for a new class of thermoplastic siding leads GaMra into market-creating territory.

Have You Nominated Your 40 Under 40 Leader?

| Products Finishing

Recognize innovators, engineers, managers and trailblazers who are driving industry advancements in plating, coating and beyond before the January 30 deadline!

TMEC 2026: el nuevo tablero de la industria automotriz

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La revisión del TMEC y la estrategia industrial de Estados Unidos redefinirán en 2026 el entorno operativo de la industria automotriz mexicana, lo que tendrá un impacto directo en los OEM, los proveedores y las armadoras instaladas en México.

Expanding? Automating? Don’t Get Caught With a Higher Electricity Bill

Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected

Growing production footprint or upgrading to more digital equipment can also increase energy consumption. Here are factors to consider.

Portal milling machine investment enables Sawyer Composites’ turnkey project success

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Sawyer Composites overcomes accuracy and downtime issues when designing, engineering and manufacturing composite tooling and structures using Zimmermann’s FZU22 system.

Global Shop Solutions AI Tools Streamline Manufacturing Processes

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

AI Accounts Payable Automation and AI Sales Order Entry are designed to reduce manual tasks and enable users to focus on high-value work.

Rapid presenta su granulador más grande: Serie 800

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La Serie 800 de Rapid combina alto rendimiento, eficiencia energética y un nuevo estándar de seguridad para aplicaciones de reciclaje exigentes.  

Espectro radioeléctrico: una palanca para modernizar la industria en México

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El espectro radioeléctrico se identifica como un insumo habilitador de redes industriales avanzadas, indispensables para la automatización de líneas de producción y el control de robots industriales, entre otros aspectos.

Soft-Scrub Purging Compounds Formulated for Extrusion

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Unitemp is offering various grades of its PekuTherm purging compounds, which are now produced in the U.S.

Michigan Metrology Presents Annual Two-Day Surface Texture Course

| Products Finishing

In-person “Surface Roughness, Texture and Tribology” class returns May 13-14, 2026, to explore surface texture, wear, friction, sealing, surface energy, paint appearance and more.

EOS Expands Metal 3D Printer Assembly in Texas

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

A facility at the supplier’s Pflugerville campus will support production for up to 48 metal 3D printers per year.

Heading Off Unintended Consequences in More Automated, Digital Manufacturing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected

Implementing automation can have unintended consequences in terms of costs, energy consumption, workforce and more. Here’s how to navigate some potential hurdles.

ANIPAC lanza Diplomado de Economía Circular en Plásticos

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

ANIPAC y la Universidad Anáhuac impartirán en 2026 un diplomado virtual enfocado en economía circular, sostenibilidad e innovación en plásticos.  

Additive Manufacturing and Machining Compete and Co-Exist at Knust Godwin

Stephanie Hendrixson | Production Machining

Precision machining business Knust Godwin is also a sophisticated user of metal additive manufacturing. AM augments its services for customers in oil and gas, but has also opened opportunities in new markets.

Barnes Molding Solutions Opens Production Facility in India

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Initially the site in Pune will provide production for the Synventive and Thermoplay hot runner brands.

Cabezal angular TAG90 de Big Daishowa mejora productividad y evacuación de viruta

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El nuevo cabezal angular TAG90 con refrigeración a través del husillo incrementa la flexibilidad en operaciones complejas, mejora la evacuación de viruta y reduce tiempos de ciclo.

Donghua University demonstrates in situ consolidation of thick low-melt PAEK laminates

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Even without using heated tooling, the Center for Civil Aviation Composites achieved thermoplastic composite laminates with <1% voids, near-zero warpage and good consolidation, showing potential for OOA production.

HyEnD e.V. uses Taniq software for lightweight carbon fiber engine

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Hybrid Engine Development’s successful liquid-fueled rocket engine features a lightweight fiber overwrap enabled by TaniqWind design software.