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58th Annual World Machine Tool Survey Report and Data Now Available
| Modern Machine Shop
New data reveals shifting global machine tool production, consumption and trade trends.
Manufacturing Technology Trends Roundup: IMTS 2026
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: This trends roundup looks at the two forces reshaping the shop floor — physical AI and automation built in by default — with evidence from exhibitors including FANUC, Universal Robots, Fastems, KUKA, Mitsubishi Electric, Caron Engineering, Mitsui Seiki, EOS, DN Solutions and more.
Arca Continental inaugura centro de acopio PetStar en Mexicali
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Arca Continental inauguró, con una inversión de 25 millones de pesos, el centro de acopio número 24 de PetStar en Mexicali, con capacidad para recuperar 54 millones de botellas de PET al año y transformarlas en resina de grado alimenticio, en un proceso botella a botella.
Mapping the AI Landscape in Composites: What’s Working, What’s Missing and What’s Next
| CompositesWorld
A comprehensive review of AI/ML in composites research finds usage has grown sevenfold since 2019, but researchers caution that a persistent "virtual-to-real" gap still limits industrial deployment.
Centros de maquinado CNC de Okuma y YCM
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
Meximold 2026: Hemaq presenta dos centros de maquinado CNC dirigidos a fabricantes de los sectores de moldes y troqueles, aeroespacial, automotriz y de dispositivos médicos.
PV Paint Unveils Anti-Corrosion Coating That Uses OSCiAl Carbon Nanotubes
| Products Finishing
Petro Vietnam Paint Joint Stock Co. expands its Peraphene portfolio with single-wall carbon nanotube-enhanced zinc-rich epoxy coatings, scheduled for commercial launch in Q3 2026.
Yazaki Develops Lower-Carbon Bamboo Fiber Composite for Automotive, Industrial
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
YTCA has developed a bamboo-filled polypropylene composite that cuts carbon footprint by roughly 50% compared with conventional PP and talc/PP while matching their mechanical performance.
Voltage Vessels 3D Prints Composite RHIB Prototype, Seeks Next Steps with Eclipse X9 Composite
Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing
The Hawaiian startup and CEAD developed a demonstration platform using LFAM, which is informing Voltage Vessels’ basalt fiber-reinforced PETG material developments.
UMaine Launches 3D Printed, Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Boat
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The 30-foot 3Dirigo X reaches speeds near 40 knots and builds on the original 3Dirigo’s 2019 record-setting print run, demonstrating a repeatable tool for defense and commercial boatbuilding.
Continuous Composites to Advance CF3D for UAV-Embedded Electrical Systems
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Under a Phase II contract, CCI will continue its work with the U.S. Navy, this time embedding electrical pathways into load-bearing composite components to achieve a new class of multifunctional UAV systems.
HTMS Composites Expands CMC Work Into Silicon Valley Location
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Following a £1.3 million funding raise in 2025, the U.K. company has opened two additional locations in England and is now expanding into the U.S. to commercialize its material tech.
Immaks Advances Turkey’s Type 4 Hydrogen Storage Capability
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The Aksa Composites brand is targeting UN ECE R134 certification by 2027 for its in-house-developed Type 4 storage vessels, as well as the start of an integrated supply chain for Turkey.
Cambium Presents High-Temp Laminating Film Adhesive for Bonding
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
ApexFrame 5000 is designed for nonstructural bonding of polymer films and metallic foils with reduced logistical complexity.
Your People Are Already Using AI. Now What?
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Let's face it — the question most mold shop leaders are asking about AI is the wrong one. "Are we ready?" assumes you have the luxury of waiting. You don't.
#workforcedevelopment
Premier Engineering presenta moldes de iluminación automotriz
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Premier Engineering lleva a Meximold 2026 su portafolio de moldes de alta precisión para iluminación automotriz y dispositivos médicos, con software propio iMould CAM, mecanizado automatizado mediante CMM y una capacidad de 700 moldes anuales, respaldada por Premier Engineering México.
Haimer Hybrid Chuck Reduces Vibration in Precision Machining Operations
| MoldMaking Technology
IMTS 2026: Haimer's Hybrid Chuck combines shrink-fit and hydraulic chuck technologies with integrated passive damping in a single holder, offering compatibility with existing shrink-fit setups and options for internal coolant delivery and pull-out protection.
Critical Success Factors for Precision Micro Drilling
| Production Machining
Component miniaturization requires smaller features with tighter tolerances, often in difficult-to-machine materials.
HMG Paints Wins 2026 U.K. People's Choice Award
| Products Finishing
The Family Business United award, voted for by customers, suppliers and supporters, honors quality, innovation and service across family-owned and operated businesses.
Rubbermaid incorpora Tritan Renew en su línea de empaques Brilliance
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Rubbermaid amplió su portafolio Brilliance con productos fabricados en Tritan Renew de Eastman, copoliéster con contenido reciclado certificado por balance de masa mediante reciclaje molecular, disponibles desde abril de 2026 en formatos rectangulares, redondos y para despensa.
Flexicon Expands Product Line with Solid-Liquid Mixing and Blending System
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
FlexEductor uses Venturi vacuum technology for lump-free solid-liquid mixing with no moving parts, minimal maintenance, and full clean-in-place capability.
Get the Signal, Not the Noise with Manufacturing Connected
Stephanie Hendrixson | Modern Machine Shop
A new intelligence platform gives manufacturers curated access to data, information and tools for better decision making.
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Modig, Ibarmia and LiCON Present Dual-Spindle, Multiprocess and High-Volume Machining Solutions
| Production Machining
IMTS 2026: Modig Machine Tool, Ibarmia and LiCON showcase the Mill-Ex2, T Series Multiprocess and LiFlex II 776 i³ PC through live machining demonstrations.