Plastics Processing Production Inches Over Growth Threshold in September

Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology

Despite ongoing tariff uncertainty, plastics production rose to 50.7 in September, crossing the 50.0 growth threshold for the first time in many months.
#economics

LK Metrology Point Cloud Software Enhances Digital Inspection Capabilities

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

LK Metrology introduces Focus 2025 R1, an intuitive 3D inspection package designed for seamless integration with handheld scanners and measuring arms.

Tederic lanza su serie INNOVA de moldeo por inyección híbrido

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

En K 2025, Tederic Machinery presentó su nueva serie INNOVA, máquinas híbridas de moldeo por inyección con mayor eficiencia y precisión.

Moldmaking Index Continues to Hover Just Below 50

Mike Shirk | MoldMaking Technology

Despite positives, index cannot break through to expansion territory. 
#economics

AMMMT participa en la agenda nacional rumbo al T-MEC 2026

| Modern Machine Shop México

La Asociación Mexicana de Manufactura de Moldes y Troqueles participó en la mesa de consulta sobre productos metálicos, metalmecánica y derivados, de cara a la revisión del T-MEC en 2026.

Lesta Robotics Celebrates 15 Years of Innovation at World Meeting

| Products Finishing

Lesta Srl hosted the Lesta World Meeting 2025 in Dairago, Italy, uniting partners from 21 countries to showcase robotic solutions for finishing and foster collaboration.  

No Platens, No Problem: Mold-Masters and Partner Mold Without Press at K 2025

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

The fully integrated cell molded medical parts from a side-gated hot runner system without the platens, tie bars and mold open/close normally associated with injection molding.

NPE 2027 presenta su lema: “Next is now”

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

En K 2025, la Plastics Industry Association reveló “Next is now”, lema de NPE 2027, que destacará la innovación y sostenibilidad en el plástico.

Aceros pretemplados Dongfei para componentes de moldes

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Meximold: Dongfei fabrica acero en barra recta de hasta 300 mm de diámetro, incluidos aceros rápidos, aleados y pretemplados para moldes y ejes de precisión.

Turning Technology and More Seen at Mazak Discover 2025

| Production Machining

The week-long event included 30 machines on display, many showcasing elements of automation, as well as educational opportunities to spur new ideas for shop principals endeavoring to grow their machining businesses. 

Alro Steel Pittsburgh Completes Expansion

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Expanded service center provides customers in PA with cut-to-size metals and next-day delivery.

Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Global 3D Printing System Boosts Military Manufacturing Capabilities

Chris Pasion | Additive Manufacturing

Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Global’s Ambit Xtrude polymer composite 3D printing system is designed for rapid production of large-scale parts and seamless integration with CNC machines.

Faster, Cheaper and Gentler: In-Practice 3D Printing for Dentistry

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Velle Dental has become a powerhouse user of 3D printing for dentistry. The practice is realizing benefits ranging from higher productivity and reduced overhead, to cost savings and improved health outcomes for patients. 

Four Syensqo innovations are recognized at 2025 SPE Automotive Awards

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Syensqo’s fiber-reinforced polymers, specialty compounds and bio-based PPA materials earn automotive impact distinction.

Škoda Motorsport continues to cut motorsport weight with Bcomp

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Czech brand looks to transition natural fiber technologies to production vehicle models after 316-kilogram cut in 2025 Enyaq RS Race pilot project.

Epsilon Composite acquires Cometec, strengthens presence in Italy

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The longstanding alliance represents growth for both companies and combined strength and expertise in carbon fiber rollers, offering the market increasingly integrated, high-performance solutions.

Expo-Net promotes 100% recyclable hybrid resin flow mesh

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Greenflow HM-P16 supports the need for high vacuum infusion productivity of very large FRP composite parts without compromising quality.

Future of BioBuilding shares bio-based composite material opportunities, challenges 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A series of keynotes, interactive panels and networking will be covered over the two-day online event presented by Ceresana in December, focusing on economic perspectives, innovative developments and practical insights.

ATA CFT provides updated outlook on Chinese, global carbon fiber market

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Analysis of 2024 carbon fiber and CFRP market data provides market insights, observations and commentary on their demand, capacities and prospects.

Integris Composites named armor partner for XM30 Combat Vehicle

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Expertise in composite armor for land vehicles, aircraft, naval vessels and other applications will support $45 billion U.S. Army program.

What Is “Manufacturing Connected”?

| MoldMaking Technology

Gardner Business Media's new platform brings manufacturing leaders actionable insights on trends and technologies.

Innovación de Haitian en moldeo automotriz K 2025

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Haitian International exhibe en K 2025 la producción directa de piezas automotrices listas desde el molde, con automatización y control inteligente.