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.  

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.

Kyocera lanza nuevos grados de carburo CVD para mecanizado de hierro fundido

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Los grados CA410K y CA415K, de Kyocera, ofrecen resistencia al desgaste y estabilidad en operaciones continuas e interrumpidas de mecanizado de hierro fundido.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Methods Machine Tools Appoints VP of Aftermarket

| Modern Machine Shop

Methods Machine Tools Inc. hires Jon Casten to lead post-sale operations and enhance customer support.

Methods Machine Tools Appoints VP of Aftermarket

| Production Machining

Methods Machine Tools Inc. hires Jon Casten to lead post-sale operations and enhance customer support.

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.

Johns Manville Engineered Products spotlights fiberglass, nonwoven solutions

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Visitors are invited to stop by the booth, connect with the JM team and participate in technical discussions in the familiar setting of the JM Sports Bar in Paris.

ZAG UBAC 95 touring ski goes bio-based with Sicomin SR GreenPoxy80

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Collaborating with Sicomin since 2015, ZAG Ski’s progressive redesigns have resulted in a prototype product that features 80% bio-based content and is compatible with industrial production.

Destacan importancia de fortalecer la coordinación entre los clústeres automotrices

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Durante la VII Asamblea Anual de la REDCAM 2026, los clústeres que integran esta red destacaron la importancia de impulsar la competitividad del sector en un entorno global cada vez más dinámico.

Nuevo Punto Limpio impulsa reciclaje en la Ciudad de México

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Vida Circular y la Alcaldía Iztapalapa inauguraron un Punto Limpio para recolectar PET, HDPE y PP bajo un modelo de economía circular.

Michelman introduces single sizing solution for chopped, continuous fiber

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Michelman highlights the Hydrosize 1202 sizing system for simplified composites operations, as well as UHMWPE binders and high-temp sizing development programs.

EuCIA promotes the European Circular Composites Alliance, highlights sustainability projects and initiatives

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Comprising European national composites associations and industry-specific sector groups, the EuCIA is presenting ECCA alliance objectives, participating in various events and is touching on various R&I projects.

DuPont presents Kevlar EXO for high-performance composite applications

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

DuPont Specialty Products Operations is highlighting its aramid innovation Kevlar EXO, “a completely reimagined fiber” delivering high strength, flexibility, durability and flame resistance.

Soldadora MoldMender de Rocklin permite reparación de moldes sin calor excesivo

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La soldadora portátil MoldMender Micro Welder repara líneas de cierre y bordes dañados en moldes de acero mediante un proceso de baja energía que evita distorsiones y reduce tiempos de paro.

3D Printed PVC Saves OEM Days of Assembly for Wastewater Product: The Cool Parts Show #86

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Large-format fused granulate fabrication (FGF) is enabling Ipex to manufacture its Vortex Flow insert in a quarter of the time, with less manual labor and better opportunity to customize. 

Walter Solid Carbide Drill Expands Deep Hole Drilling Capabilities

| MoldMaking Technology

Walter USA LLC adds new lengths to the Drivox-tec Ikon DD170 Supreme solid carbide drill range for improved process reliability in soft materials.

BSB Edge Expands Global Access to AMPP Coatings Standards

| Products Finishing

AMPP corrosion control and protective coatings standards will be incorporated into BSB’s multi-SDO subscription offerings to further support rapidly growing industrial regions.

Polyshot Announces Strategic Partnership with Witosa GmbH to Bring Advanced Hot Runner Systems to North America

| MoldMaking Technology

Polyshot, a provider of hot runner systems and injection molding solutions in the United States, is proud to announce a new partnership with Witosa GmbH.