Electron Beam Melting with Tungsten: The Cool Parts Show Bonus

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Why is tungsten a desirable material for nuclear fusion and other demanding applications? And why is electron beam melting a good match for this refractory metal? We answer these questions and more in this follow-up to episode #87. 

Industry shows successful integration of flax-linen, hemp fiber into advanced composites processes

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Natural fiber composites are quickly emerging as serious contenders across demanding sectors, with proven use in filament winding, 3D printing, AFP and other automated processing techniques.  

Haddy scales AI-enabled, adaptative AM microfactories with Siemens Xcelerator platform

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Adoption of a D&M digital thread and software-defined manufacturing will help Haddy further scale local production and use of circular materials like polymer composites for furniture, marine and defense.

Czech composites association becomes EuCIA member

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Association for Technical Support and Promotion of Polymer Composites will support EuCIA’s composites circularity efforts within the EU.

Autoneum BEV battery lid prototype unites multifunctionality and composites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Integration of multiple protective functions in a single lightweight part simplifies battery pack designs and elevates safety and efficiency for EV platforms.

NordSpace installs robotic AFP systems, progresses build of launch vehicle tanks and primary structures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Vertical manufacturing integration with Addcomp equipment lays the path for Canadian space sovereignty through Tundra and Titan launchers.

TPRC study considers hybrid epoxy-LMPAEK composite co-cured joints

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Research looks to co-curing approach as an alternative to directly connect thermoplastic and thermoset composite configurations without intermediates like rivets or adhesives.

NSK Spindle System Streamlines Small-Tool Machining

| Production Machining

IMTS 2026: NSK America Corp.'s iSpeed5 is a fully tool-changeable, independent electric motor spindle system available in 60,000 and 80,000 rpm configurations, designed to expand small-diameter tooling capability on standard machining centers.

From Curiosity to Capability

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

A mold shop’s AI journey shows how experimentation, internal talent and practical problem-solving can turn uncertainty into momentum and opportunity.

Himed and Adva Cera Partnership Streamlines Path from 3D Printed Bioceramic Prototypes to Production

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

Himed and Adva Cera announce a strategic partnership to provide medtech companies a seamless, fully domestic development-to-production pathway for 3D printed devices used in dental, orthopedic and spinal applications. Material focus: The partnership centers on components made from calcium phosphate, a mineral phase of bone itself. 

Siemens plantea una ruta digital para modernizar la manufactura mexicana

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Durante Assembly 2026, la compañía destacó el papel de la inteligencia artificial, los gemelos digitales, la simulación y la automatización como herramientas para modernizar la manufactura, optimizar inversiones e integrar a las pymes en la transformación digital.

Sistema de brochado de ranuras de Horn amplía capacidades en diámetros pequeños

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El sistema de brochado de ranuras de Horn incorpora insertos tipo 117 para diámetros internos desde 9 mm, con menor consumo de carburo y mayor flexibilidad de aplicación.

Think ‘Process’ as you Plan for IMTS 2026

Derek Korn | Production Machining

High-volume machining operations are more apt to think about the entire process of producing parts beyond the machine tools themselves. All such technology will be on display at IMTS this September.

Webinar Recap: Streamlining Swiss Machining Through Automation

| Production Machining

See how CAMWorks 2026 cuts Swiss-style CNC programming time by 70%+ with automatic feature recognition, full machine simulation, and smart segmentation tools.

Envasado, robótica e IA: claves de Expo Pack México 2026

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Expo Pack México 2026 se realiza del 2 al 4 de junio en Expo Santa Fe, Ciudad de México, con más de 700 expositores y representantes de más de 40 industrias. El evento, organizado por PMMI, reúne tecnologías de automatización, robótica, inteligencia artificial e Industria 4.0 en un mercado de maquinaria para envasado que superó los 1,210 millones de dólares en 2024.

Sikora Software Program Detects Quality Fluctuations Early

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Line Performance Optimizer detects quality fluctuations early in cable extrusion using precise individual measurement values for stable production.  

Wilton Vises Provide Durable Performance for Range of Workpieces

| Modern Machine Shop

Wilton expands its Apprentice vise line to include six models suitable for small shop owners, automotive mechanics and MRO technicians.

Keep Your Strand Pelletizer Running Smoothly

| Plastics Technology

Keeping the right spare parts on hand and focusing on maintenance go a long way to keep your machine making pellets.

How I Made It: Amanda Florenca

Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop

This AccuRounds quality coordinator says manufacturing has always been more than just a job; it’s been about her path of growth.

Cambium’s $100 million play: Fundraising engineering meets composites scale

Yannick Willemin | CompositesWorld

Cambium's $100 million raise and SHD acquisition signal a bold strategy blending AI-driven materials innovation with proven composites manufacturing expertise.

Air Turbine Tools Live Tool Boosts High-Speed Precision Machining Performance

| MoldMaking Technology

Air Turbine Technology Inc. introduces the 722MX motor, a compact sealed motor engineered to maintain governed speeds from 40,000 to 65,000 RPM under load for lathes, Swiss automatics and finishing applications.

Advancing Stability, Performance in Automotive Plating on Plastics

| Products Finishing

As part geometries grow more complex and polymer substrates more diverse, achieving reliable adhesion in plating on plastics remains the industry's most persistent technical hurdle. Here's what's changing.