Powder Coating Institute Announces Executive Director Retirement

| Products Finishing

Powder Coating Institute reveals Kevin Coursin's retirement and interim leadership transition

Die Mannschaft of composites innovation in Germany

Yannick Willemin | CompositesWorld

A robust industrial base, top-tier academic institutions and regulatory momentum around sustainability makes Germany a sought-after region by investors and startups alike.  

Last Chance for the TASC Early-Bird Discount!

| Modern Machine Shop

TASC is a one-of-a-kind, two-day automation conference designed to drive efficiency, quality and scalability at U.S. job shops. Register now through July 11 to receive early-bird pricing and discover practical automation solutions tailored for small-and mid-sized shops.

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Present at CW Tech Days

| CompositesWorld

CompositesWorld is accepting speaker abstracts for its upcoming Tech Days event until July 14th. CW Tech Days: High-Temperature Composite Solutions for Defense and Space Applications will take place Oct. 16, 2025.

Exportaciones estatales repuntan 3.6 % en el primer trimestre

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En el primer trimestre de 2025, las exportaciones manufactureras representaron 90.6 % del valor total de las exportaciones de las entidades federativas.

Materi’act launches NAFILean Vision biocomposite

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

NAFILean materials family blends low-carbon recycled plastics and renewable post-consumer sources like hemp fibers to provide a sustainable, visually appealing solution for automotive parts.

Gardco Digital Micrometer Enhances Surface Profile Measurement

| Products Finishing

Paul N. Gardner USA introduces the Gardco RTM digital micrometer, designed for precise measurement of replica tape with advanced features for manufacturing professionals.

Xaloy Launches TriMetalX Barrel for Corrosive Processing Environments

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Technology applies a high-performance superalloy only where needed, even on large barrels.  

Interfacial, CEAD launch strategic LFAM partnership

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With the help of CEAD, Interfacial closes the gap between formulation and production-ready solutions made from 3D printed thermoplastic materials and functional composites.

Aernnova to supply composite empennage for D328eco

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

With selection of this global aerocomposite structures company, Deutsche Aircraft has secured production for all primary structures and proceeds toward EIS in 2027.

Student Executives Manage Business, Academia in High School Vocational Program

Jessica Pompili | Plastics Technology

Bend Manufacturing, a business led by high school seniors that operates out of The Portage School of Leaders in South Bend, Indiana, is witnessing its real-time return on investment: its students.
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Front-End Mold Simulation Software Simplifies and Streamlines Design

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

SimForm by Maya HTT highlights its front-end mold simulation software as a solution for mold designers and tooling managers.    

Yizumi Rebrands, Dropping HPM Name

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

The maker of injection molding and die-casting machines will now be Yizumi, not Yizumi-HPM, unifying its global identity and worldwide growth strategy.

Extrusión en plásticos: del cambio tecnológico al futuro circular

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

De cabezales multicapas a reciclaje molecular: la extrusión avanza con eficiencia, automatización y enfoque en economía circular.

Derek Korn Visits Paul Horn GmbH for Technology Days 2025

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Last May, Germany’s Paul Horn GmbH opened its doors to approximately 3,300 visitors from 33 countries. See some of what I discovered there relative to the company’s new cutting tool technology, its manufacturing capabilities and its culture.

¿Hacia dónde se dirige el mercado global de máquinas-herramienta?

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La industria de máquinas-herramienta atraviesa un reordenamiento geoeconómico marcado por tensiones comerciales, relocalización productiva y nacionalismo industrial. En este contexto, México emerge como un nodo estratégico. Exploramos los desafíos y oportunidades que definirán su rol en la nueva arquitectura manufacturera global.

Powder Coating Institute Honors ChemQuest Group Director

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Kevin Biller, director of ChemQuest Powder Coating Research, has been inducted into the Powder Coating Institute Hall of Fame, recognized for his dedicated to the industry.

Diez iniciativas que promueven el uso responsable del plástico

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Conozca diversos programas en América y Europa que potencian el reciclaje, la educación ambiental y la economía circular para un uso más sostenible del plástico.

Grupo Perplast: diversificación e innovación en inyección

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Con más de 40 años de experiencia, Grupo Perplast combina tradición e innovación mientras refuerza su liderazgo hacia la expansión estratégica en nuevos mercados, con un legado que trasciende generaciones.

Mary Retana y el liderazgo técnico en un taller familiar

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Desde el dibujo técnico hasta la gestión estratégica de una empresa con maquinaria CNC y sistemas digitales, Mary Retana ha hecho de SJMAQUINSA un caso ejemplar de evolución industrial en Querétaro.

Plásticos, verdades y mentiras: la mirada crítica de Chris DeArmitt

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

El científico de polímeros Chris DeArmitt cuestiona los discursos predominantes sobre los plásticos, tras analizar más de 400 estudios científicos. En un contexto marcado por decisiones basadas en percepciones y no en datos, su trabajo ofrece una lectura crítica y técnica del impacto real de los plásticos, defendiendo soluciones basadas en evidencia verificable.

Diez mitos sobre los plásticos: lo que dice la ciencia

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

En medio del debate ambiental, los plásticos suelen ser señalados como responsables del deterioro ecológico. Sin embargo, diversas ideas difundidas carecen de base técnica. Este artículo confronta diez mitos frecuentes sobre el plástico, aportando datos científicos y evidencia comparativa para comprender su verdadero impacto ambiental y funcionalidad industrial.