BAE Systems honors Polar Technology with Gold Tier award

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Quality and delivery of structural composite elements for defense helmet is highlighted in Partner 2 Win program.

Cartken autonomous robot facilitates indoor, outdoor material handling

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Cartken Hauler provides efficiency and flexibility in industrial and on-site material transportation settings through its all-terrain mobility, high payload capacity and rapid deployment.

Video: Why This Part’s Injection Molding Relies on 3D Printing

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

A hybrid additive manufacturing process combining laser powder bed fusion and machining delivered an injection mold with the cooling and venting needed for repeatable and economical production.

May 2025: Prices for 4 of the 5 Commodity Resins Flat-to-Down

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

PET is the exception from this general trajectory, at least for now.

Nuevo centro de reciclaje de Republic Services abre en Indianápolis

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Republic Services inauguró su nueva planta de reciclaje de plásticos en Indianápolis, con tecnología de Stadler para procesar PET y poliolefinas.  

Axalta Finishing Technologies Earn Two Edison Awards

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Axalta Coating Systems’ Axalta Irus Scan and MyColor offerings have been recognized as innovative new products for the automotive end market.

SMW Connection Kit Enables Fast Power-to-Manual Chuck Conversion

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Manual Jack connection kit is compatible with stationary milling machines, five-axis machines and mill-turn machines, making it well suited for multipallet systems that require versatility and efficiency.

Production Machining's Top 10 March Articles: Work Life Balance, Sustainability Strategies, and More

Cara Ready | Production Machining

From work life balance to sustainability strategies, the most-viewed Production Machining articles in March have a variety that will be sure to pique your interest. Check out articles you might have missed or revisit your favorites! 

Guanajuato vislumbra escenario competitivo para el estado frente a los aranceles

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El gobierno de Guanajuato informó que se está impulsando un plan de fortalecimiento de industrias clave dividido en cuatro ejes fundamentales.

MMT Chats: Helping Small Manufacturers Embrace AI

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

IT Expert Mina Girges shares simple ways to implement AI by starting small, fostering innovation, integrating securely and scaling strategically to enhance efficiency.

¿Pueden los aranceles ser una oportunidad para México?

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Ante el escenario de aranceles a nivel mundial y los efectos negativos para la economía global en el corto plazo, un reporte de BBVA Research refiere que al enfrentar un menor nivel de proteccionismo relativo, México podría tomar ventajas para acceder al mercado estadounidense y, por lo tanto, para atraer inversiones.

New Sensor Offers More Metrics and Data

| Valve Magazine

The new F.Core flow sensor from Norstat offers flow measurement, temperature, pressure and energy consumption – offering up a wide range of applications for machines, systems and compressed air applications.

“Turning” the Tables: 10 Must-Read Articles to Sharpen Your Lathe Game

Cara Ready | Modern Machine Shop

From complex Swiss-type lathes to turning basics, we’ve rounded up 10 turning articles for both beginners and advanced machinists.

Gardner Business Index - March 2025: 50.1

Mike Shirk | Gardner Intelligence

The Gardner Business Index (GBI) 

Fully Functioning Single-Phase Solar Project Operating in Texas

| Valve Magazine

Vesper Energy’s Hornet Solar is one of the largest installations in the U.S.

Engel supports composites upcycling research at TH Rosenheim

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Engel Group has provided the Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences with a vertical injection molding machine for further R&D into the processing of thermoplastic, recyclable composites and the application of natural fibers.

Diehl Aviation matures recyclable composite Eco Bin

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Overhead baggage compartment using only fiber-reinforced thermoplastics, metal hardware and no adhesives wins Crystal Cabin Award, supports circular aircraft interiors.

Syensqo Heanor site in U.K. achieves ISCC Plus accreditation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Third-party certification adds to nine other Syensqo sites now offering renewable, recycled or mass balanced ReGen composite material.

Teijin announces availability of DPP-compliant composite products

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Aramid and carbon fibers will now be accompanied by Circularise’s supply chain traceability system, aligning with Europe’s ESPR environmental regulation.

JEC Group launches JEC Forum Southeast Asia for 2026

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Following its first event in Bangkok, JEC Forum Southeast Asia returns with a business-focused event in Taipei, Taiwan.

Louisiana graphene startup reports R&D partnership, test results

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

TMTP’s graphene is reported to improve the tensile strength of epoxy by more than 400%, produced via a scalable, low-energy process. The company is targeting applications in composites, plastics and 3D printing.

AMBA Releases 2025 Business Forecast for US Mold Manufacturing

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Despite challenges in overall business conditions, some mold manufacturers are expressing cautious optimism, particularly in specific market segments.
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