Cetec ERP AI Tools Automate Back-Office Operations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Cetec ERP LLC introduces Document Scan & Attach and AP Automation tools to streamline paperwork and invoice processing for manufacturers.

Crosshead From Guill Combines Two Established Technologies

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

New extrusion tool billed as user-friendly and flexible.  

IACMI Launches ‘Make It In America’ National Outreach Campaign

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

National outreach campaign to raise awareness of careers in advanced manufacturing and help fill the 3.8 million jobs needed by 2030. 
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Three Highlights From Parts2clean 2025

Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing

Parts2clean 2025 exhibited advancements in automation, digitization, AI and more within the industrial parts and surface cleaning sector.
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How Did Plastics Processors Keep an Edge in 2025?

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Every month, the Processor’s Edge article in Plastics Technology introduces readers to a processor, a problem and the technology that solved it. Here’s a recap of all the “Edges” exploited in 2025.

TopSolid’Mold optimiza el diseño y manufactura de moldes

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

TopSolid’Mold es una plataforma CAD/CAM que unifica diseño y manufactura para agilizar el proceso de creación de moldes, desde el concepto hasta la producción.

Heule Tool Deburring Solution Enhances Main Bore Processing

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Heule Tool introduces the Snap-X line, designed for advanced cross hole deburring of main bores with multiple intersecting bores at varying diameters and angles.

CheFEM 3 simulation platform being used for LH2 tanks, CCS pipelines and airplane fuselages

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Composite Analytica combines physics-based simulation with select AI features to predict permeation, degradation and failure, reducing testing and development costs.

Mitsubishi Chemical to double Aichi, Sacramento carbon fiber plant production capacity

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Strengthened carbon fiber capacity will support high-end applications in sport, aerospace, hypercar and others in Japan and across the U.S.

Nuevas guías ortopédicas en PEEK sustituyen al metal

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Syensqo, Hanisch Medical y TechImport lanzan guías quirúrgicas en PEEK hasta 70 % más ligeras y radiotransparentes, lo que mejora la precisión y la visibilidad intraoperatoria.

Advanced Polymerics Permacorr Coating Mitigates Corrosion Under Insulation

| Products Finishing

Through extensive testing, the chemically bonded ceramic coating designed for carbon steel assets in oil, gas and biopharma industries demonstrated no observable deterioration.

Wittmann Doubles Production Capacity With Chinese Plant Expansion

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

Global plastics equipment manufacturer plans to produce 100 injection molding machines at expanded 20-year-old site, which also features technical training and R&D.
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Tungaloy Coated CBN Grade Boosts High-Speed Cutting Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Tungaloy-NTK America Inc. introduces the BM05M coated CBN grade, designed for high-speed continuous cuts with enhanced wear resistance.

Relearning Common Courtesies in the Workplace

Matthew Kirchner | Production Machining

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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Auburn University grows composites research, programs and capabilities via CF3D Enterprise cell

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Auburn’s Applied Research Institute is strengthening its hypersonic initiatives with Continuous Composites and its engagement with government, industry and defense partners. 

AAMMC Tech Hub competes for $220 million implementation grant

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Tech Hub proposes a pathway from innovation to production in the Inland Northwest through large-format composites prototyping, process validation and workforce training in one consolidated ecosystem.

Big Dog Adhesives launches Reload adhesive system with reusable cartridges

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Foil-based technology reduces waste, improves workflow efficiency and maintains precise two-component ratio control for composites bonding.

IC-CNR, ENEA use Avizo Software for CT porosity analysis of CFRP

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Project demonstrates efficiency of X-ray NDT for composite material structural analysis in monolithic and sandwich materials.

Mel Composites delivers hull infusion for Técnico Solar Boat project’s hydrogen-powered boat

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The São Gabriel 01, a culmination of the Portuguese student team’s hydrofoiling vessel expertise and Mel’s bespoke composites package, will race in upcoming international competitions.

SPE ACCE 2026 is now open for papers, sponsors and exhibitors

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Composites remain central to solving the technical demands of next-gen transportation and advancing mobility headed into 2026, the central theme to next year’s technical program.

Sabic amplía capacidad de oligómeros PPE para IA y 5G

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La ampliación de la capacidad de Sabic en oligómeros PPE busca garantizar un suministro ágil para PCB y reforzar su oferta de materiales avanzados para IA y 5G.  

Joint Project Proves Suitability of Snow Jet Cleaning Technology

Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing

A joint project investigated the material compatibility of the QuattroClean snow jet cleaning technology on product surfaces typically found in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors.