Boy Extends All-Electric Series and Launches Servo-Hydraulic Line

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

The Boy 20 E PRO will debut in Düsseldorf, succeeding the Boy 22 A PRO, while the Boy Electric line adds its largest press with 112 tons of clamp force.

Südpack presenta envases sostenibles en la K 2025

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La compañía alemana lanzará en la K 2025 su línea Pure Line, envases reciclables de PP y PE que reducen CO₂ y mantienen propiedades de barrera para alimentos frescos.  

National Composites Week 2025: Space

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

Commemorating the theme “Performance With Purpose,” CW has gathered key stories over the last year that exemplify how composites have progressed space exploration and satellite programs.

Shibaura Launches All-Electric, Hydraulic Molding Machines and Auxiliary Line

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

The Japanese maker of injection molding machines will display its EC-SXIII all-electric and S-GenXt hydraulic series, supported by in-house-made robots, dryers and chillers.

SMW Autoblok Clamping Modules Include Automation-Ready Features

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The APS 138 zero-point clamping modules enable high-speed part changeover, full automation support and high machining accuracy across turning, milling and grinding operations.

In the News: Custom Material Services on the Rise

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Manufacturers seeking new or custom metal alloys for AM have a growing number of options for sourcing these materials. We recently reported on the Advanced Metallic Production and Processing (AMPP) services provided by LIFT for medium-sized batches of materials; meanwhile, Amazement has launched Atomization Service, its new on-demand business for small batches of custom metal powders.

Uavos composite curing ovens are awarded conformity certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New line of products have passed Technical Testing Institute TSÚ Piešťany’s rigorous evaluation process.

Submit technical paper, ITAR presentation abstracts for SAMPE 2026 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SAMPE is now accepting formal written research papers and ITAR submissions for its 2026 conference and exhibition in Seattle, with abstracts due by Sept. 22, 2025.

IACC NODE, Lamáquina enable functional 3D printed composite boat

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Asket, the student team’s first project, is a custom, one-piece vessel featuring a 3D printed hull, real-time sensor function and adaptive robotic control.

Janicki Industries launches expansion with 162,000-square-foot facility in Washington

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The new Hamilton facility, equipped with advanced tools like a large autoclave, and AFP machine and expanded clean rooms, boosts Janicki’s ability to deliver complex aerospace composites at greater scale.

DataIntelo Electrocoating Market Analysis Predicts Significant Growth

| Products Finishing

DataIntelo forecasts the global electrocoating market to reach $5.4 billion by 2032, driven by demand in automotive and industrial applications.
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Benefits of Ultrasonic Cleaning for Mold Maintenance

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Environmentally friendly, specially formulated water-based detergents are less hazardous than spray solvents.

"AM Isn't the Future. It's Now." Q&A with Marle Tangible

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

For CEO Adam Clark, additive manufacturing is a current production method, not a future promise. The cofounder of this implant manufacturing company shares business advice and insights in this interview. 

Horn Turning Tool Enhances Threading Capabilities

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Horn expands its Supermini system with sintered GM-geometry inserts for internal threading, improving chip control and process stability.

Conectividad modular para fabricantes de herramientas

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

EMO: El sistema Aims Connect, de Anca, permite integrar procesos de manufactura de herramientas mediante una arquitectura simple y escalable.

Economical Electric Machines, Expanded Services from Bekum at K 2025

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Line of all-electric extrusion-blow machines boasts lower cost of acquisition and ownership while company expands services for non-Bekum machines.

Nueva ley CIRCLE Act 2025 impulsa el reciclaje en EE. UU.

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La Asociación de la Industria del Plástico apoya el proyecto CIRCLE Act 2025 que busca impulsar el reciclaje y fortalecer la economía circular en Estados Unidos.

America Makes Announces $450K Composite AM Structures Project Call

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

The DoD has prioritized CFAM for its ability to produce robust, lightweight parts by combining plastics with long fibers such as carbon or fiberglass, delivering high performance.

AI and Tiebarless Debuts for Engel - Booth XXX

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

The latest generation of its electric tiebarless victory injection molding machines, inject AI process assistance and AI-powered machine support via its e-connect portal, will debut at K 2025.

Okuma America Expands Executive Leadership Group

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The company has appointed Dominick Patriarca to the role of senior vice president of corporate strategy.

Progressive Components' Next-Generation Injection Mold Management

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

Progressive Components will highlight its ProFile v5 platform for real-time data and key performance indicator (KPI) reporting, as well as asset management, including mold health monitoring.

Kirchhoff inaugura planta en Guanajuato con tecnología especializada para el sector automotriz

| Modern Machine Shop México

Con una inversión de 60 millones de dólares, Kirchhoff inauguró una planta especializada en la producción de autopartes para el sector automotriz.