GKN Aerospace, partners successfully complete MANTA program

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Four morphing control surface technologies were demonstrated including thermoplastic composites, a fluid-driven trailing edge, combined flap/aileron and an air intake flap.

Lincoln Composite Materials launches PFAS-free structural film adhesive

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Product LC-E258 replaces legacy film adhesives that are being discontinued, without compromising on performance or logistics.

PhlexTek assumes operations of Carbon Conversions Inc.

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

PhlexTek adds to its thermoset and thermoplastic composite product base with CCI’s various carbon fiber derivatives and capabilities.

AGY, JPS Composite Materials launch domestic production of low-CTE glass fiber fabrics

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Critical reinforcement materials will enhance initiatives for IC substrates and semiconductor packaging technologies.
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CompPair, Diab partnership validates healable composite sandwich structures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Tested automotive, aerospace and space applications combining each partner’s material technologies confirm healing value, compatibility and consistent performance.

MVP, ExxonMobil collaboration to advance customer access to Proxxima resin system

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

MVP has developed a complete solution that tailors its precision meter/mix technology to Proxxima polyolefin resins to support training sessions, process demonstrations and collaborative development.

White paper introduces mechanical sail taxonomy to set wind propulsion standards

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Norsepower and Kongsberg Maritime paper intends to serve as a foundation for further industry dialogue on the future of wind-assisted propulsion, where composite materials will certainly play a role.

MGS Acquires European Medical Injection Molder Knudsen Plast

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

Deal enhances MGS' ability to support European customers with expanded cleanroom capacity, injection molding expertise and regional supply chain access.

Emuge-Franken Tools Produce Self-Locking Threads

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Emuge-Franken’s Threads-All / Aero Self-Lock Thread Mills feature helical flutes, multiple teeth and a TiAlN-T46 coating, making them well suited for demanding industry applications such as aerospace.

Studer Motion Meeting 2026 Emphasizes Strong Foundations

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

At its 2026 Motion Meeting, Studer celebrated 50 years of its machine foundations, plus a new inexpensive machine and a thriving apprenticeship program. Read on to learn what machine shops can take away from the event.

Tooling Excellence Drives Sustainability and Performance

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Proactive in-house mold maintenance extends tool life beyond industry standards, reducing waste while delivering exceptional precision, efficiency and long-term value for customers.

People in composites: February 2026

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New hires and promotions serving the composites industry have been announced by Composites One, Cygnet Texkimp, AOC, Radia, Anemoi and KraussMaffei.

Laser PET Preform Heating Proves Itself at Refresco

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

After a year in production, a major bottler and one of the first users of Sidel’s new laser heating technology validates its quality and productivity advantages.

TeXtreme | Oxeon AB Wide Spread Tow UD Tapes achieve thinner laminates, direct integration

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Learn more about the company’s UD tape technology that produces thinner laminates, achieves enhanced mechanical performance and simplifies UD production using existing infrastructure.

Precision Machining Technology Review: February 2026

| Production Machining

Production Machining’s February 2026 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Seco Tools, Rego-Fix USA, Siemens, MachineMetrics, Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc., NTK Cutting Tools and Kennametal Inc.

ChemQuest Celebrates 50 Years, Unites Lab Capabilities for Next-Level Client Support

| Products Finishing

Over the years, the consulting firm has become a trusted provider for clients spanning the specialty chemicals and formulated products value chain, with plans to continue enhancing its R&D resources.  

ISTMA amplía alianzas y lanza iniciativas estratégicas para impulsar a la industria de herramentales

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

ISTMA llevó a cabo su Asamblea General Mundial, donde se aprobaron los informes de gestión y el plan de actividades 2026.

FibreCoat unveils EV battery case featuring AluCoat aluminum-coated fibers

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: FibreCoat and partners Coleitec and Forward Engineering display an HP-RTM-processed prototype that successfully validates industrial readiness.

Specialty Chemical Supplier Prioritizes Collaborative Development in North American Facility

Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing

Clariant’s Industrial Applications Innovation Center in North America offers PFAS-free powder coatings, bio-based waxes and collaborative development to enhance durability and recyclability in adhesives and coatings.

Herramientas que dominan el reto del mecanizado difícil

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Este artículo presenta una guía práctica para seleccionar herramientas de corte al mecanizar materiales complejos, con criterios aplicables en taller y ejemplos de seis fabricantes.

Plant tour: Haddy, St. Petersburg, Fla., U.S.

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

The first LFAM microfactory using composites transforms supply chains, enables local manufacturing and circularity across industries.  

How Small and Midsized Injection Molders Can Increase Efficiency and Protect Margins

| Plastics Technology

Injection molding profitability won’t be determined by who owns the newest equipment, but by who executes fundamentals with discipline — standardized startups, visible downtime and root‑cause process control.