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.
#economics

Mill-Turn Machining Center Handles Challenging Five-Axis Power Skiving Applications

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Eastec 2025: GROB Systems’ G550T mill-turn machining center was developed to provide almost endless possibilities for machining parts made of the most diverse materials.

SABIC Introduces New Grade Extem RH Resin

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Extem RH1017UCL will support data communication infrastructure applications.

Metalworking Index Reaches Expansion for First Time in 2 Years

Mike Shirk | Modern Machine Shop

  After two years of contraction, the Metalworking Index has finally turned a corner. A recovery that started in October has reached a milestone, fueled by increased production and new orders, signaling cautious optimism for the industry.  

ANIQ certifica a Braskem Idesa en seguridad y sustentabilidad

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Braskem Idesa obtuvo la certificación de Responsabilidad Integral de la ANIQ que destaca su compromiso con la seguridad, salud y sustentabilidad.

Sames Announces Regional Manager for Central Canada

| Products Finishing

Kyler Hubner has been promoted to support this role with his dedication and commitment to driving success.

Kyocera Precision Tools Publishes Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog showcases the company’s advanced tooling solutions for turning, milling and holemaking applications.

Ross Presents High-Shear Mixers for Coatings

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Customizable mixers are engineered for a wide range of industrial applications.

Little Change in Finishing Index's March Results

Mike Shirk | Products Finishing

The finishing market remained in expansion with a reading nearly identical to February.
#economics

The Value of a Third Turret for Multitasking Machines

Derek Korn | Production Machining

A third turret might be the solution to achieve a 50/50 cycle-time balance between a machine’s main and sub-spindles.

Kyocera Precision Tools Publishes Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog showcases the company’s advanced tooling solutions for turning, milling and holemaking applications.

Executive Leadership Changes at Victaulic

| Valve Magazine

Retirement of EVP and CRO leads to new appointment as EVP of sales.

Haimer optimiza la estabilidad en torneado con sus portaherramientas de ajuste térmico

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La tecnología de sujeción por contracción térmica reduce la vibración y mejora la precisión en operaciones de torneado.

Emerson Announces Newest Updates to DeltaV

| Valve Magazine

New capabilities help users collaborate across the enterprise for better business outcomes.

Index remains in expansion territory despite uncertainties

Mike Shirk | CompositesWorld

The composites market saw a slight decline in the index, component and future business results but maintained a positive reading overall.

Emuge-Franken Taps Feature Universal Threading Geometry

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The MultiTap NPT/NPTF pipe taps feature a specialized, shortened projection length when compared to traditional ANSI standard taper taps, decreasing cycle time and increasing tool life.

"Fused Strand Deposition" (FSD) Process Enabling 3D Printed PEEK Spine Implants

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Medical device manufacturer Curiteva is now in production with two families of spine implants made from polyether ether ketone (PEEK) that are 3D printed using a proprietary process that stretches the filament while extruding to improve crystallization and strength. 

Emuge-Franken Taps Feature Universal Threading Geometry

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The MultiTap NPT/NPTF pipe taps feature a specialized, shortened projection length when compared to traditional ANSI standard taper taps, decreasing cycle time and increasing tool life.

Moldmaking Index Continues Strong 2025 with 52.4 in March

Mike Shirk | MoldMaking Technology

Six consecutive months of improving results push moldmaking market further into expansion.
#economics

Polymer Showdown — PPO vs. PA66: May the Best Material Win

| Plastics Technology

Second in a series, an expert from plastics engineering consultancy The Madison Group pits leading thermoplastics against each other to see how they differ in processing characteristics, chemical resistance, thermal and mechanical performance, and more.

Precision Concepts Buys Meredith-Springfield

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Latest acquisition by this diversified producer of rigid packaging is a Northeast leader in technical blow molding.