ITA, Micor GmbH study the potential of in-line infrared drying of glass fiber

| CompositesWorld

Research has shown that, beyond reducing energy consumption and production waste, an integrated, compact infrared module enables uniform sizing distribution on the glass fibers and more efficient production overall.

U.K. Carbon Fibre Development location is revealed

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The NCC has confirmed its location in North West England at Cygnet Texkimp’s site. Full operation is expected by spring 2026.

Australia’s Trailblazer Program unlocks $549 million industry investment to fast-track innovation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Six universities, such as the University of Southern Queensland and its iLAuNCH program, are accelerating research to commercialization across defense, space, recycling and other key sectors.

People in composites: June 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Appointments, promotions and other developments have been announced by composites-focused companies James Cropper Advanced Materials, Carbitex, Hexcel, Plyable, Hall Spars and Sui Generis.

Ejector Pin Grease Enables Optimal Molding Environment

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Slide Products Inc.’s clear, high-temperature Super Grease offers a remedy in fighting contamination, discoloration of parts and helping to avoid premature replacement of molds/machines.  

Automated Tool Production System Enables Solution for Cylindrical Precision Tooling

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

United Grinding highlights a feature for Walter Tool Grinding Machines called the Automated Tool Production (ATP). The system offers an automation solution for cylindrical precision tools.  

Generative Orthoses Project to Reshape Orthopedic Care

Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing

CRP Technology, MHOX and Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, one of the winners of the WORTH Partnership Project II, have developed bespoke orthoses using generative design, SLS and Windform GT fiberglass materials.

Heineken México presenta avances en sustentabilidad

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

El Informe 2024 de Heineken México destaca logros en agua, energía renovable, economía circular, equidad de género y consumo responsable en todo el país.

Guanajuato ocupa el segundo lugar nacional en producción manufacturera

| Modern Machine Shop México

Durante el periodo de enero a abril de 2025, Guanajuato ocupó el segundo lugar a nivel nacional en manufactura, con una producción acumulada de 417,731 millones de pesos.

In Case You Missed It: Top June Content

Sarah Barnett | MoldMaking Technology

June brought the heat and some standout content for moldmakers! From tariff tensions to new VR tech, our top articles this month sparked ideas, offered practical takeaways and kept our readers in the know.

Generative Orthoses Project to Reshape Orthopedic Care

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

CRP Technology, MHOX and Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli have developed bespoke orthoses using generative design, SLS and Windform GT fiberglass materials.

Novel Profile Cooling Technology Promises Big Output Boost

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Aimed at complex profiles such as PVC lineals, retrofittable system adds turbulent cooling to calibrator to boost output by 25-50%.  

Grob Systems to Host Machining, Automation Technology Event

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Grob’s event brings together 21 industry partners for informative seminars and live machining demonstrations highlighting machining strategies for optimizing the production of complex aerospace, medical and mold/die parts.

LK Metrology CMMs Enable Repeatable Inspection of Bulky Workpieces

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The bridge-type Altera SF models feature large measuring volumes that enable bulky workpieces to be inspected near where they are produced, while the extra capacity affords more operational flexibility.

From Manual Mills to Hybrid CNC: How Conversational Control Transformed Toolroom Machining

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

When a veteran machinist refused to use a new CNC mill, his resistance sparked a revolution. This article traces how Southwestern Industries developed ProtoTRAK — an intuitive hybrid control system that remains vital as AI begins reshaping manufacturing.

Unique Plating Shop Succeeds in a Challenging Location

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

Despite the increasing costs of staying in business and the slowing economy, Denver Metal Finishing succeeds as the sole automated zinc plating shop in Colorado, when many manufacturers in the state have shuttered their doors.
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Impresión 3D de gran formato para fabricación de moldes

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La serie RM40, de Compound Dynamics, ofrece una mayor capacidad de construcción y precisión tipo CNC en la fabricación de piezas de gran escala.

Netstal To Introduce Next-Generation All-Electric Elion Injection Molding Machines at K 2025

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Netstal will introduce the Elion MED in Düsseldorf with a smaller footprint and greater energy efficiency.

High-Production Multitasking Becoming More Flexible

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Rotary transfer machines remain well-suited for high-volume production, but are now more accommodating to smaller batch sizes.

Parts2clean 2025 Trade Fair Highlights Advanced Component Cleaning Solutions

| Products Finishing

Parts2clean 2025, held at Stuttgart Exhibition Center in Germany, addresses stricter cleanliness specifications and cost-effective industrial cleaning technologies.

Selecting a meter/mix dispensing machine

| CompositesWorld

Choosing the right meter/mix dispensing machine requires careful evaluation of key material and process parameters to develop a precise specification, ensuring key metrics such as accuracy, output, reliability, quality and maintenance efficiency.

Servo Products Co. Power Feed Provides Efficient, Reliable Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Servo Type 350X power feed can produce a minimum of 350 inch/pounds of continuous torque as low as 0.3 inches/minute feed rate.