Relearning Common Courtesies in the Workplace

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

As new members are phased in to the workforce, gentle but firm reminders about workplace etiquette and what is considered respectful behavior can go a long way. 
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Dürr Low-Pressure Spray Gun Improves Industrial Paint Application

| Products Finishing

The EcoGun Ace Pro has been redesigned to be 23% lighter, more ergonomic and require fewer parts than its predecessor.

Manufactura avanzada: desarrollos para el taller moderno

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Procesos como la electroerosión, el fresado inteligente, la programación CAM, la manufactura aditiva y la metrología avanzada están elevando el desempeño del mecanizado mediante mayor estabilidad, precisión y rapidez. Este especial examina nuevas tecnologías y desarrollos, con datos y casos reales, para aportar criterios útiles a talleres que evalúan capacidades y oportunidades de inversión.

Criterios técnicos en transformación de plásticos para mayor estabilidad

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

En planta, pequeñas variaciones en el proceso producen diferencias importantes en la estabilidad, los ciclos y la calidad de la pieza. Este especial demuestra que la transformación de plásticos depende tanto de parámetros operativos como del diseño de sistemas auxiliares y de criterios de ingeniería. La revisión de cinco análisis técnicos muestra cómo comprender esas variables ayuda a sostener la productividad y la competitividad.

Socios tecnológicos de la edición Noviembre - Diciembre 2025 de PT México

| Plastics Technology México

Conozca a los proveedores líderes de tecnologías y servicios que acompañan la edición de noviembre – diciembre 2025 de Plastics Technology México.

Zimmermann Gantry Milling Machine Enables Modular Flexibility

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Zimmermann Inc.’s FZP37 gantry machining center is designed with a modular structure for customizable operating ranges and compatibility with various CNC controls.

AkzoNobel Invests in €50 million Aerospace Coatings Expansion

| Products Finishing

Through 2030, AkzoNobel is upgrading its Waukegan, Illinois, facility and adding warehouse space in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, to improve supply capabilities for aerospace customers.

Canada bitumen carbon fiber facility completes installation of Harper International scientific line

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Alberta Innovates, as part of its new research center, commissioned and installed Harper’s carbonization line with 3 kilograms/day capacity.

Pro-Set acquires European licensing partner Wessex Resins and Adhesives

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

U.K. player follows Gougeon Brothers acquisition in May, enhancing Pro-Set’s infusion, laminating, tooling, coating and adhesive systems market position.

European Maritime Safety Agency selects Airbus Flexrotor drone

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

VTOL uncrewed aerial system will operate maritime surveillance missions for the first time in Europe.

Sandvik Coromant Profiling Geometries Provide Process Security

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Sandvik Coromant expands its Corocut 2 portfolio with geometries tailored for profiling in demanding materials and for parting-off operations that require greater process reliability and productivity. 

Keramikblech oxide CMC to be transferred to Haldenwanger in 2027

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

After 32 years of OCMC leadership, Walter E.C. Pritzkow Spezialkeramik will close at the end of 2027 with all Keramikblech expertise and further development to be delivered by Haldenwanger from 2028 onward.

People in composites: December 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Principle Power, Hydrograph Clean Power, Building Composites LLC, the KraussMaffei Group, Archer Aviation and Anemoi Marine Technologies announce internal changes headed into 2026.

Anemoi rotor sails to help Union Maritime chemical tankers beat IMO 2030 targets

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New-build vessels equipped with wind-based composite rotor sails will surpass 20% GHG emission reduction goals during operation.

PPG Introduces Visualizid Software to Delfleet Evolution Commercial Vehicle Coatings

| Products Finishing

The software’s functionalities enable faster and more accurate automotive color selection in the U.S. and Canada.

Multilayer TPC achieves electrically conductive, gas-impermeable fuel cells at 100 microns

Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld

Carbon ID hydrogen fuel cell bipolar plates for aerospace combine contradictory properties for a corrosion-free alternative designed for 1 million m²/year production. 

Centro de mecanizado horizontal DN Solutions NHP 6300 de segunda generación

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La segunda generación del NHP 6300, de DN Solutions, al incorporar mejoras en velocidad, rendimiento y capacidad de integración con automatización, reduce tiempos de ciclo y aumenta la productividad.

Mazak Multitasking Machine Enhances Precision With Grinding Capability

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Mazak Corp. introduces the Integrex i-350S Neo, combining turning, milling and grinding operations for versatility and efficiency.

Arranca la planeación de NPE2027 tras sorteo de espacios

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

PLASTICS anunció los resultados oficiales de la lotería de selección de espacios para NPE2027, lo que marca el inicio de la planeación del evento.

Smart Coatings for Extreme Environments: Innovations in Aerospace and Defense

| Products Finishing

Smart coating developments are enabling engineers to reduce wear and extend mission life in extreme environments.

Ceratizit Solid Carbide Drill Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Ceratizit USA introduces the WTX-Uni and WTX-Deep Uni drill ranges, offering versatile solutions for high-performance drilling across multiple materials with a focus on efficiency and eco-friendliness.

Twelve Days of Christmas: Moldmaker's Version

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Three AI-crafted '12 Days of Christmas' lyrics, tailored for the moldmaking industry—which is your favorite festive rendition?