REGENT forms REGENT Defense, unveils defense seaglider product line

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

ISR, medevac and other maritime defense missions will be supported through the new line of high-speed, long-range, low-signature marine craft, which build off the company’s composites-intensive Viceroy.

Instron releases Bluehill Central 2 iteration with Lab Management module

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The software platform, tied to multiple Instron material and structural testing systems, now offers Lab Management as a standalone to make access to Bluehill Central’s file repository more accessible.

Plasmatreat Technology Days 2025 celebrates 30 years of Openair-Plasma

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

More than 200 guests accepted the Steinhagen-based family business’ invitation to discuss new applications of atmospheric plasma systems in surface pretreatment.

Mokon becomes U.S. distributor for orcinus temperature, flow manifolds

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Mokon will manufacture the enesty GmbH brand’s orca and smartshark touch-free temperature and flow manifold devices, for use with select water systems, at its facility in Buffalo, New York.

Performance with purpose: Celebrating National Composites Week 2025

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

Join the composites community Aug. 25-29, 2025, as we celebrate the power of performance-driven materials. Mark your calendar and help us amplify the message by promoting #CompositesPerformanceWithPurpose.

Horizon Aircraft, ZeroAvia announce plans to explore hydrogen eVTOL propulsion

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Horizon considers operational and practical technologies for the Cavorite X7 eVTOL with a focus on real-world implementation while building momentum toward certification and commercial readiness.

Portable, Handheld CMM Enables Simplified Dimensional Measurement, 3D Scanning of Large Parts

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Keyence’s WM-6000 provides full CMM and CAD capabilities, enabling 3D/GD&T measurements, contour profile checks, CAD comparison and reverse-engineering.

Nueva trituradora VIZ 1300, de Vecoplan, mejora eficiencia energética

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Vecoplan presenta la trituradora VIZ 1300, con ajuste automático y control inteligente para mayor eficiencia en reciclaje de plásticos.

One of Our Own

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Plastics Technology’s own Matt Naitove to be inducted into the Plastics Hall of Fame.

Sunnen Bore Gaging System Provides High-Precision Measurements

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The PGE-6000 bore gaging system is designed to provide accuracy, versatility and efficiency in dimensional measurement.

Setting the stage for CAMX 2025

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

North America’s largest composites trade event is set for Sept. 8-11 in Orlando, Florida. Find out what you need to know before the show.

Precision Machining Technology Review: July 2025

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s July 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Caron Engineering, Sunnen Products Co., Mastercam, Sandvik Coromant and Kennametal.

Vortex Global Acquires SolidEx

| Plastics Technology

The Kansas-based supplier of systems for the transport and flow control of dry bulk solids acquired the Louisiana-based maker of high-efficiency railcar-loading products for resins.

Sunnen Bore Gaging System Provides High-Precision Measurements

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The PGE-6000 bore gaging system is designed to provide accuracy, versatility and efficiency in dimensional measurement.

Newsfender EU Launches 3D Printed, Sustainable Boat Fenders

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The Spain-based company has introduced marine fenders 3D printed from TPU with a “return and recycle” concept. 

Sames México Celebrates 100 Years of Innovation in Surface Finishing

| Products Finishing

Sames marks a century of global leadership and 20 years of growth in Mexico with a commemorative event highlighting industry partnerships and technological advancements.

Designing a Better Heat Exchanger - Part 2

| MoldMaking Technology

This summer, let’s get back to the basics. For this summer school basics series, Pellet to Part explores each stage of the plastic injection molding process.  In part two of our three-part sub-series on mold water cooling systems, we review water quality and its impact on mold performance.

Emuge-Franken Drill Lineup Provides High-Precision Hole Quality

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Emuge-Franken expands its range of holemaking tools with a number of new solid carbide drill lines.

Four Reasons for Going PFAS-Free Now

| Products Finishing

With regulations tightening and suppliers phasing out key fluorinated solvents, shifting to nonflammable, PFAS-free alternatives will future-proof your process.
#regulations

World Machine Tool Report 2024: Contractions in Domestic and Global Markets

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

All four categories of the World Machine Tool Report — production, imports, exports and consumption — fell globally and domestically in 2024. But it’s not all bad news.
#economics

Get a Grip on Your Workholding Processes

Cara Ready | Production Machining

From adhesive fixturing to automated changeovers, these articles show how shops are rethinking workholding to improve efficiency and accuracy. Whether it's collet choice, custom fixtures, or balancing density with simplicity, smarter setups are driving better results.

Teijin Carbon Europe passes NADCAP audit

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Accreditation for nonmetallic materials manufacturing and testing builds access to new markets, customer segments like aerospace.