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KraussMaffei presents automotive-focused BrightStar electric press
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Fully electric press offers precise temperature control and fast mold change for press lamination, edge folding applications and even ultrasonic welding of TPC.
GMI Aero equipment supports Lufthansa Technical Training courses
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Equipment like the Anita 4.0 and Leslie machining toolkit are now being included in Lufthansa’s aerospace-focused composites repair training courses.
#workforcedevelopment
3D printed CFRP forms speed construction of concrete nuclear reactor bioshield
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
In its first demonstration, Kairos Power and Oak Ridge National Laboratory tested the potential of AM and composites to enable fast, repeatable manufacturing for energy construction.
Italia con fuerte presencia en la K, se prepara para PLAST 2026
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
La delegación italiana destacó en la feria K 2025 con soluciones en eficiencia energética, digitalización y sostenibilidad. AMAPLAST promueve la próxima edición de PLAST 2026 en Milán.
Incertec Acquires Metal Products Company Metal-Tek
| Products Finishing
Same trusted heat treating services from Metal-Tek Inc., will now be paired with Incertec’s broader capabilities, certifications and support.
Grob Mill-Turn Enhances Process Reliability for Smaller Parts
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Grob Systems Inc. introduces the G350T five-axis universal mill-turn center, designed for maximum stability and maintainability in milling and turning operations.
Episode 61: An Interview With Timothy Gotsick, MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Technology and innovation expert shares insights from SUR/FIN 2025, including navigating regulatory, supply chain and workforce challenges in surface finishing.
#regulations
How Vat Photopolymerization Started It All
Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing
An introduction to (or refresher on) vat photopolymerization, the first commercially available 3D printing process. Here is its origin story and how it is being used today.
Materialise Accelerates Open Software Strategy with Three Tailored Solutions, New Automation Technologies
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Enabling technologies to address the industry’s growing need for workflow automation and interoperability.
December 2025: Lower Prices for PE, PP, PS and PVC; PET Higher
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Downward trajectory continues for four of the five commodity resins amid supply/demand imbalances.
Mano de obra en la manufactura: invertir para acelerar la productividad
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
En un mercado laboral en constante evolución, las organizaciones que realicen inversiones audaces para acelerar el tiempo de aprendizaje podrán potenciar las capacidades de su talento y lograr un retorno competitivo más rápido.
NASF/AESF #126: Water-in-Salt Electrolytes as a Platform for Electrodeposition (Q1)
| Products Finishing
The first quarter of this project studies the electrodeposition of rare earth metals and alloys using different types of water-in-salt electrolyte (WiSE).
Cavalier’s 50 Years Strong
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing celebrates 50 years, driven by a legacy of innovation and industry passion.
Market Outlook for the Valve and Flow Control Industry
| Valve Magazine
The recent workshop highlighted key sectors and optimism seemed to prevail.
Precision Machining Index Climbs Into Expansion
Mike Shirk | Production Machining
The GBI: Precision Machining finally broke past the 50 mark with strong October results.
#economics
Roughing First: New Strategies for Blisk Machining
Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop
Aerospace shops looking to cut cycle time and tool wear on integrally bladed rotors often focus on finishing. But rethinking the roughing stage can increase how much material can be safely removed while accelerating throughput.
Jergens Spindle Gripper Supports Unattended Machining
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Jergens Inc.’s MT-S Spindle Gripper is designed to enhance machine utilization.
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Trumpf Additive Manufacturing Rebrands as Atlix Ahead of Formnext
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Name change marks the start of a new chapter for the company which has been carved out of TRUMPF Group in the last months.
Twisted acquires carbon fiber specialist KS Composites
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The deal marks a major step forward in Twisted’s long-term growth strategy, which is to strengthen its position in the premium automotive and marine sectors.
Aria Composites Technologies subsidiary launches with focus on composites for transportation
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Aria Group’s more than 30 years of composites expertise builds the foundation of this standalone company and its first composite chassis program.
Orbex makes part setup 900% faster for key composite parts ahead of inaugural rocket launch
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The introduction of MSP metrology products have ensured right-first-time machining for Orbex as it ramps up production of its carbon fiber Payload Avionic Module.
Airbus Helicopters France aims to adopt Airborne composites automation
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Automated ply placement (APP) and Kit by Light (KBL) will be applied to ramp up productivity of the factory’s composite helicopter blades and hub structures for Airbus helicopter models.