Airbus opens second A320 Family final assembly line in China

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The second FAL for the A320 Family in Tianjin will begin prep work now and aims to reach full production in early 2026, enabling Airbus to hit its target of assembling 75 aircraft/month by 2027.

CEAMS wins Composites UK award for successful continuous rCF reclamation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Industry consortium demonstrates a technical and industrial milestone in composites recycling, looking to expand its collaboration for use more widely across U.K. manufacturing.

Blueshift introduces AeroZero FTBs to thermal protection systems portfolio

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The flame and thermal barriers (FTB) solutions are ideal for protecting EV battery modules and aerospace components that see indirect and direct exposure to flames.

Epsilon Composite establishes Indian subsidiary to support power grid modernization

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Chennai-based HindEpsilon Composite subsidiary is bringing its HVCRC composite core conductor solutions to India’s dynamic market.

Renegade Materials expands Miamisburg operations with facility acquisition

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Beginning in 2027, the additional warehousing and administrative space will enhance Renegade’s capacity and functionality for aerospace programs.

Lockheed Martin invests $50 million in Saildrone platform

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Composites-intensive technology will advance the U.S. Navy’s unmanned surface vehicle (USV) capabilities.

The Gill Corp. renews NADCAP composites accreditation 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

NADCAP is globally recognized as a hallmark of quality, exemplifying the composite supplier’s commitment to meet requirements and industry specifications.

Integra Plastics adopta Borcycle M para producir polipropileno reciclado

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Integra Plastics, parte de Borealis, moderniza su planta con la tecnología Borcycle M para producir polipropileno reciclado. Con más de 20.000 t/año, refuerza la economía circular y se ajusta a normas europeas.

Fabricación de productos metálicos: análisis 2025

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En el periodo de enero a agosto, el sector de la fabricación de productos metálicos, forjados y troquelados en México ha mostrado una evolución mixta en sus principales indicadores.

International Composites Summit releases 2025 event program, launches Careers Connect feature

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Now in its fifth year, the free-to-attend ICS Conference Forum taking place Dec. 2-3 in the U.K. offers a comprehensive lineup of industry keynotes, panels, discussions and a new industry talent platform.

Machuelos de carburo sólido para materiales exigentes

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Monaghan Tooling Group presentó la serie Vergnano H, una gama de machuelos de alto rendimiento diseñados para mantener tolerancias estrictas y confiabilidad en materiales difíciles.

SPE Foundation Awards $304,000 in Scholarships to 81 Students

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

Recipients, including the inaugural Michael P. Sepe Memorial Scholarship winner, are pursuing degrees at 45 universities and trade schools in five countries.
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Methods Machine Tools Automation Package Boosts Productivity

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Methods Machine Tools Inc. introduces the Sidekick, an automation package for FANUC RoboDrill designed for small- and medium-sized shops.

KraussMaffei makes LFAM both a product line and an internal benefit

Stephanie Hendrixson | CompositesWorld

Plastics processing equipment supplier now offers two LFAM machines to customers and to complement its own production uses, enabling a variety of polymer to fiber-filled application options.

Liberty Additive Launches to Redefine Trust, Stability and Integrity in AM Supply

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Veteran-led master distributor brings consistency, transparency and strength to the global metal powder market.

An Indicating Snap Gage Primer

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

The variable snap gage, with its built-in features and combined with modern digital readout devices, offers a sound and easy-to-use tool for controlling critical diameters.

Methods Machine Tools Automation Package Boosts Productivity

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Methods Machine Tools Inc. introduces the Sidekick, an automation package for FANUC RoboDrill designed for small- and medium-sized shops.

PRF Composite Materials launch year-long out-life prepreg RP5365

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Mid-temperature cure epoxy prepreg system virtually eliminates any need for freezing or refrigeration while maintaining legacy material curing characteristics.

Seco Drill Provides High-Feed Performance

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Seco X-Tip Drill features a high-feed geometry provides faster, cleaner holes with less downtime, while its recyclable tips support sustainability goals.

Reimagining the Future of AI Technology

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

A recent business trip, and the real-world wins found within, has made a perceptible shift in how I view AI manufacturing, education, geopolitics and business strategies.

Qlar Feeder Can Accomodate a Variety of Materials

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Loss-in-weight feeder engineered for handling postconsumer reclaim.  

How to Quickly Check Cooling Channels

| MoldMaking Technology

Smart hole inspection validates possible leakages and strangulations in the cooling channels by doing tightness and flow rate tests.