Additives for Recycling PP, PE
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Songwon antioxidants help recyclers meet mechanical requirements.
PTXPO 2026 abre registro
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
PTXPO 2026, organizada por Gardner Business Media, reunirá en Illinois a profesionales del moldeo por inyección, moldes y manufactura avanzada. El evento abordará innovaciones en maquinaria, automatización y materiales.
In the News: Project DIAMOnD Launches Peer-to-Peer Marketplace for Distributed 3D Printing
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
The Automation Alley project which established a network of distributed 3D printers in Michigan is now launching an AM marketplace built on that network. How it works: Companies submit jobs at scale, and participating small manufacturers fulfill them collaboratively.
Renishaw Gaging System Enhances Shopfloor Process Control
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Renishaw Inc.’s Equator-X 500 dual-method system offers flexible measurement modes for high-speed inspection and quality assurance.
Nuevo León atrae 90,000 millones de dólares y 396 proyectos
| Modern Machine Shop México
Datos de la Secretaría de Economía de Nuevo León indican que el estado ha recibido más de 90,000 millones de dólares en inversión extranjera y 396 proyectos confirmados.
Precision Machining Technology Review: October 2025
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Production Machining’s October 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Renishaw Inc., Horn USA Inc., Kyocera SGS Precision Tools, Seco Tools, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence and Jergens Inc.
Exel Composites plant in India begins volume shipments of carbon fiber wind energy components
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Joint venture Kineco Exel Composites India has reached full-scale production at the Banda facility, which is now shipping IEC 61400-5-certified flats, joiners and bolt fixtures to support major wind OEMs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Moldmaking Index Continues to Hover Just Below 50
Mike Shirk | MoldMaking Technology
Despite positives, index cannot break through to expansion territory.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
Turning Technology and More Seen at Mazak Discover 2025
Derek Korn | 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.
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.
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.