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PCS Company Adds APSX-PIM Tabletop Injection Molding Press to Product Lineup
| MoldMaking Technology
PCS Company has become the exclusive plastics industry supplier of the APSX-PIM tabletop injection molding machine, manufactured by APSX.
NexPoint Materials Launches as Standalone Engineering Thermoplastics Company
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Formerly SABIC's Engineering Thermoplastics business, NexPoint Materials announced the beginning of independent operations following its acquisition by Mutares.
Looking to Solve a Problem at IMTS? Here’s Where to Start.
| Modern Machine Shop
With over 1,800 exhibitors spread across more than 1.2 million square feet of exhibit space, creating a game plan for IMTS can be a challenge. This guide is designed to help provide a starting point for machine shops to plan their time at the show.
Sandvik Coromant Highlights End-to-End Machining Solutions
| MoldMaking Technology
IMTS 2026: Sandvik Coromant presents comprehensive tooling, digital solutions and expert support to address real-world manufacturing challenges.
The Barnes Global Advisors Supports Development of Additive Manufacturing Materials Database for U.S. Navy
| Additive Manufacturing
The Barnes Global Advisors (TBGA) has been contracted by Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc. (BPMI) to interpret, standardize and manage a comprehensive AM materials and process database intended to support naval engineering design efforts.
Seeing Advances in Large-Scale Multitask Machining
Derek Korn | Production Machining
At a recent open house, WFL Millturn Technologies highlighted new forms of automation, tooling and process control for its sizeable turn-mill equipment.
Catalysium Launches Integrated Online Platform for Composites Innovation, Growth and Investment
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A new website serves as the central gateway to the company’s activities and future developments, plus lays the foundations for its in-development Catalysium Ventures arm.
Sinofibers Establishes 5,000-MT Production Capacity for Wet-Spun T1100-Grade Carbon Fiber
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Wet spinning carbon fiber project has established a stable production capacity for 6,600-MPa and 335-GPa T1100-grade fibers via the development of several key technologies.
Avanco Composites CFRP Sleeves Secure Rotor Magnets Without Adhesives
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Demonstrated with partner WEKA Elektrowerkzeuge, the press-fitted sleeves use a process that generates high preload, serving rotor diameters from 30 to 300 millimeters.
Automation, Oven Heating Technologies Are Synchronized to Target Composite Cycle Times
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Fmtec solution’s automated loading and unloading systems are designed to work with HK-Präzisionstechnik’s convection ovens for thermoplastic and thermoset processing.
Proyecto desarrolla paneles compuestos termoplásticos para transporte
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El proyecto SUPERPAN, liderado por Birka Composites con AIMPLAS e IDEKO, desarrolla paneles reforzados multidireccionales con matrices termoplásticas para estructuras de transporte, integrando tecnología dual pullbraiding, curado UV y controladores en línea para automatizar la fabricación.
Belmont Sinker EDM Provides Powerful Performance in Compact Footprint
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: The MX-226C ZNC sinker EDM features a programmable Z-axis that automatically controls depth and generator settings from roughing through finishing cycles, as well as conversational G- and M-code programming that simplifies programming and reduces operator learning time.
Farnborough International Airshow 2026: Progressing the Composite Advantage
Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld
At the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow, the focus on next-generation aircraft propulsion, eVTOL and battery-electric aerospace emphasized process and architecture. In particular, it highlighted how structures are placed, cured and protected — rather than focusing solely on the material itself.
Grob Systems Five-Axis Machines Support High-Precision Machining of Complex Parts
| MoldMaking Technology
IMTS 2026: Grob Systems features its G150 and G550 five-axis universal machining centers in live demonstrations with Lang Technik USA and YG-1 Tool Co.
Hainbuch Workholding Systems Enables Quick Changeovers
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Hainbuch's Centrotex system enables complete clamping device changeovers in under a minute, with repeatability of 0.003 mm or less between the machine adapter and clamping device.
3D Printed Multi-Tool: Pic of the Week
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
A team of students from UTEP have designed and 3D printed an award-winning metal multi-tool, shown in this week’s Pic.
Sames Debuts Automatic Spray Gun for Industrial Coating Applications
| Products Finishing
The AVX Pro Airmix automatic spray gun is designed for wood and general industrial coating applications with integrated NFC connectivity and a custom indexed aircap system.
Optimización del compounding: cómo reducir ineficiencias en extrusión
| Plastics Technology México
Luis Roca, investigador de AIMPLAS, analiza las principales fuentes de ineficiencia en procesos de compounding —calidad, productividad, consumo energético— y las acciones correctivas para mejorar KPI en líneas de doble husillo, masterbatch, reciclados y bioplásticos.
EASY2 Run de W&H: 30 % más producción en película soplada de 7 capas
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El sistema EASY2 Run analiza datos de proceso y visualiza en tiempo real la línea de escarcha y la forma de la burbuja para optimizar el punto de operación, con una instalación como retrofit en menos de medio día de paro y resultados de hasta un 30 % más de producción, según la experiencia de COMAR.
El Indicador Agregado de Tendencia de la industria manufacturera crece en julio
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El Indicador Agregado de Tendencia de la industria manufacturera creció 0.2 puntos en julio comparado con el mes anterior y 3.5 puntos respecto a julio de 2025.
Norton presenta ruedas para engranajes, herramientas y componentes endurecidos
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
IMTS 2026: La oferta comprende tecnologías de aglomerante vitrificado, metálico y cerámico para rectificado de engranajes, materiales aeroespaciales, herramientas de carburo y piezas automotrices de alta precisión.
Vektek Guardian 2.0 supervisa la presión en múltiples dispositivos de sujeción
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
IMTS 2026: El sistema monitorea continuamente uno, dos o cuatro circuitos por transmisor y admite más de 200 dispositivos para verificar la presión de sujeción en pallets almacenados, preparados o en proceso.