Plastics Processing Index Rebounds with 48.5 Reading in May
Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology
Plastics processors recover some ground after sharp April drop, but not enough to avoid contraction.
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Environmentally friendly composites polymerization initiator
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2025: The phthalate- and solvents-free Akperox ST-CL200 presented by AKPA Chemicals provides a reliable, user-friendly polymerization alternative while enabling high-performance production processes.
Sidas Engineering to Distribute Brofind Technologies in the U.S.
| Products Finishing
Comprehensive surface treatment and environmental compliance solutions are now being delivered through a single, experienced partner.
QuesTek Expands ICMD Software Platform with Titanium Alloy Modeling Capabilities
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Latest expansion provides greater insight into the behavior of Ti alloys for aerospace, energy and additive manufacturing.
Composites repair tools and services deliver reliable support to aerospace, defense and MRO
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2025: Dual-zone hot bonders and multizone composite repair systems are a couple product options featured by Heatcon that offer flexible repair of composite structures in diverse scenarios.
Eurotech Elite Seeks Partners to Build American-Made CNC Lathes
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Eurotech Elite hopes to connect and build relationships with U.S.-based, family-owned manufacturers with expertise in machining large components with tight tolerances.
Moldeo híbrido impulsa expansión de Osbra en Alemania
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El proveedor Osbra integra moldeo por inyección y poliuretano para producir piezas complejas y ampliar su planta con tecnología de KraussMaffei.
Ceratizit End Mills Feature Optimized Tool Geometry
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
OptiLine solid carbide end mills are designed for high-performance machining in a wide range of materials, applications and strategies.
Addressing Manufacturing Challenges with Automation
| Modern Machine Shop
GrayMatter Robotics’ Physical AI robotic cells for manufacturing offer immediate impact and results.
Asking the Hard Questions of Starting (and Running) a New Business
Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing
I was recently invited to the University of Iowa to share my ideas, advice and lessons learned to some early stage business entrepreneurs.
K 2025: Verde, inteligente y responsable
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
K 2025 explorará el futuro del plástico con temas como circularidad, IA, sostenibilidad y talento. Siete días de análisis con líderes de la industria global.
Kennametal Enhances High-Performance Drill Lineup
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The KenDrill HPR Solid Carbide Long Length Drills lineup is well suited for aerospace, transportation, general engineering, energy and earthworks shops seeking increased wear resistance, toughness and durability.
INA, Codeso Sonora y Foxconn impulsan la manufactura de baterías en México
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
La Industria Nacional de Autopartes, Codeso Sonora y Foxconn buscan impulsar la transformación hacia la movilidad eléctrica.
Cutting Part Programming Times Through AI
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
CAM Assist cuts repetition from part programming — early users say it cuts tribal knowledge and could be a useful tool for training new programmers.
ESA Project SHIELD advances reusable spacecraft
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Four category focuses were announced, including one focused on durable, modular and cost‑efficient TPS to be contributed to by Arceon composites.
Swedish Space, Firefly orbital launch agreement to bolster European satellite market
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Only sixth TSA signed by the U.S. provides the legal and technical framework for U.S. commercial launches from Swedish spaceports.
Process Control — Leveraging Machine Shop Connectivity in Real Time
Brent Donaldson | Production Machining
Renishaw Central, the company’s new end-to-end process control software, offers a new methodology for producing families of parts through actionable data.
Metrology System, Gripping Tools Enhance Moldmaking Processes
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Rego-Fix USA’s ForceMaster measuring metrology tool and powRgrip toolholders are engineered to boost moldmaking accuracy and productivity.
Custom equipment manufacturer accentuates multidisciplinary design, engineering approach
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2025: From supporting civilian and DOD programs to everyday customer needs, Accudyne Systems strives to deliver production improvements over existing composites manufacturing systems.
Alliance One Oilfield Becomes Roboze Smart Factory in Houston
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Accelerating access to corrosion-resistant polymer components for oil and gas operations with local production in Texas.
OEM Tour Video: Lean Manufacturing for Measurement and Metrology
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
How can a facility that requires manual work for some long-standing parts be made more efficient? Join us as we look inside The L. S. Starrett Company’s headquarters in Athol, Massachusetts, and see how this long-established OEM is updating its processes.
Converting carbon fiber for UHTCMC to 3500°C
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Advanced Ceramic Fibers LLC demonstrates ultra-high temperature ceramic matrix composites using SiC and other metallic carbides for applications in aerospace, defense, energy and more.