Ing. Benjamín del Arco Ortiz, nuevo presidente de ANIPAC

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Con nombramientos clave, la ANIPAC se prepara para continuar trabajando en beneficio de sus asociados y del desarrollo sustentable del sector plástico en México.

Women in Manufacturing Announces Partnership With Society of Women Engineers

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The collaboration aims to foster growth and connectivity for women in the manufacturing and engineering sectors.

Conair lanza ResinWorks con AI para secado eficiente

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

ResinWorks con Optimizer de Conair usa inteligencia artificial para optimizar el secado de resinas, mejorando eficiencia energética y reduciendo errores en producción.

No-Dry Twin Screw Extruder Series Can Handle Multiple Resins

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Machine can process a variety of virgin, postconsumer, postindustrial resins and flake without first having to crystallize, dry or change screws.  

Additive Manufacturing, Subtractive Machining Sectors To Converge at IMTS 2026

| Additive Manufacturing

Subtractive machining and additive manufacturing now combined in one building.

Automated Die, Feedblock System Improves Efficiencies at Cast Film Processor

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Reifenhäuser's PAM automation systems helps Bogucki Folie reduce waste at startup while slashing time between changeovers.  

What Can't AI Replace?

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

I recently asked someone about the use of AI in entertainment. Their response got me thinking about AI in manufacturing, and the truth behind what it can and cannot replace.  

Carbitex, Blumaka composite insole tackles sport injury prevention

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Carbon Elite Insole combines Carbitex’s ability to provide dynamic flexibility and rigidity where needed with Blumaka’s nonslip insole to prevent initial injury and recurrence for athletes at all levels.

Arceon is recognized by ESA for composites innovation in propulsion tech

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dutch startup is awarded for its first ESA project proposal to co-develop attitude control thrusters for satellites and launch vehicles supported by its CMC expertise.

Software Suite Creates Integrated Workflows for Optimizing Moldmaking

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Eastec 2025: The HxGN Mould and Die Suite includes VISI, WORNC, NCSIMUL and datanomix tools to provide an integrated workflow from design/engineering to manufacturing and automation.

Collaboration Was Key to Bouncing Back from a Fire

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Dotson Iron Castings once recovered from a devastating fire in five weeks. Transparency and effective collaboration with employees, customers and industry partners were key to this foundry’s quick turnaround.

The AAMMC Tech Hub: Ramping U.S. production of large thermoplastic composite aerostructures

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

CW talks with Syensqo, Spirit AeroSystems and other consortia members about current funding, specification of the next world’s largest press, organizational structure and projects to support U.S. companies in the race to deliver >40,000 sustainable and efficient aircraft over the next 20 years.

ECOCE y voluntarios limpian el Río Atoyac-Zahuapan 2025

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

En el Día del Agua 2025, ECOCE y aliados limpiaron 98 km del Río Atoyac-Zahuapan, fomentando el reciclaje de PET y la preservación del agua.

Supertec Grinding Machines Provide Flexible Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Supertec Machinery’s G25P complex cam grinding machine and EGM-80CNC twin-spindle ID/OD grinder provide a range of flexible grinding solutions.

Video: Corrosion-Resistant 3D Printed Mold Inserts

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Materials available for 3D printing have held back adoption of this technology for building mold tooling. At PTXPO, examples 3D printed from Corrax powder illustrated the promise of this tool steel in conjunction with AM. 

MMT Chats: It’s About Software, Speed and Service for This Mold Designer

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Justin Jagels is the owner and president of J Squared Design Services in Arkansas City, Kansas — a mold design firm helping companies fight engineering bottlenecks with his speedy mold design capabilities.

Cortec Southeast Asia Welcomes Regional Sales Manager

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Cortec Southeast Asia has announced Kian Yeap Gan as its regional sales manager. Gan will work to cultivate strong relationships in this region. 

PLASTICS Considers Impact of EU’s Response to US Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology

The organization plans to analyze further developments and share insights with its members and the broader U.S. plastics industry as more information becomes available.

Exair Presents Upgraded Digital Static Meter

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Exair’s Model 7905 digital static meter features an infrared beam to ensure measurement is taken from a 1-inch distance for precise readings.

Inicia en Brasil el World Plastic Connection Summit 2025

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

El World Plastic Connection Summit reúne a expertos y empresas de más de cien países para debatir el futuro de la transformación de plástico con enfoque global.

United Grinding President, CEO Elected to AMT Board of Directors

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Markus Stolmar, president and CEO of United Grinding North America Inc., joins AMT’s board of directors to help U.S. manufacturers overcome competitive obstacles with innovative solutions.