Axalta Appoints President of Global Industrial Coatings

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Tim Bowes is succeeding Shelley Bausch in the company’s global industrial coatings division.

Spirit AeroSystems shareholders approve acquisition by Boeing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Confirmed takeover, expected to close mid-2025, is Boeing and Spirit’s next step toward improving commercial aircraft production.

Dream Chaser spaceplane passes NASA testing milestone

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Sierra Space aircraft joint test confirms powered payload capabilities necessary for its inaugural mission to the International Space Station.

REGENT breaks ground for RI Seaglider Manufacturing Facility

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

All-electric Viceroy seaglider will be fabricated, assembled and tested in an environment with close ties to composites expertise, coastal testing and strong naval conditions.

Sumitomo invests in composite railroad tie manufacturer Evertrak

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Partnership to support building sustainable railroad infrastructure in the U.S., replacing traditional wooden ties with those made with recycled plastics and fiberglass.

Dummy Safety Coupling Enables Solution for Open Temperature Control Systems

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Hasco now offers its dummy safety coupling Z825HT/… as a simple solution for the reliable closure of open temperature control systems.   

Anuncian finalistas de los Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Conozca la lista de innovadores y proyectos nominados para los Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025. La ceremonia de premiación se llevará a cabo en el Plastics Recycling Show Europe en abril próximo.

Choosing Plating Coatings for Best Performance

| Products Finishing

By considering the necessary factors, conducting thorough testing and leveraging guidance from chemistry suppliers, manufacturers can choose plating coatings that ensure reliable, long-lasting fastener and component performance.  

Simplicity Meets Function in Starrett Programmable Indicator

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Programmable, touchscreen-controlled indicators like Starrett’s W4900 can perform a wider range of tasks than either dial or traditional digital counterparts while proving simpler to use.

IMCO End Mills Enable Aggressive Cutting Action

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Pow-R-Feed M934 cutters feature fine cutting edges with optimal strength, plus a wiper flat end for smooth floor finishes.

Arterex Acquires Italian Medical Device Provider

Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology

Arterex’s acquisition of Phoenix S.r.l. continues its growth mission to offer customers in North America and Europe diversified, high-precision medical device manufacturing solutions.

Hexpol TPE presenta nuevos elastómeros con contenido reciclado

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Hexpol TPE reveló nuevos compuestos TPE con 35-60 % de reciclado, ideales para aplicaciones en herramientas y componentes múltiples.

PTXPO Broadens Educational Opportunities

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Beyond gleaning contacts and information by walking its bustling aisles, the third edition of the Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) will present attendees the opportunity to gather more than information on the latest technologies, they can also bring back knowledge.

IMCO End Mills Enable Aggressive Cutting Action

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Pow-R-Feed M934 cutters feature fine cutting edges with optimal strength, plus a wiper flat end for smooth floor finishes.

How AI and Digital Twins Might Shape the Future of CAM

| Production Machining

The manufacturing world will achieve gains in part-programming productivity and flexibility with the rise of machine-aware, smart digital twins powered by artificial intelligence.  

Phillips Precision Announces Leadership Transition

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Phillips Precision’s founders, Cathy and Steven Phillips, are passing the baton to Samson Kay, who assumes the role of majority owner and operator.

Index Announces Succession of President, CEO

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Michael Huggett will succeed Cris Taylor as leader of the company during a transitional period in April 2025.

Palmgren Vise Enables Multiangle Positioning

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The 4" Multi-Positioning Ball Bench Vise can be clamped at any point due to the side locking lever.

Kolene Corp. Names Chief Operating Officer

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Long-time employee Timothy D. Shoemaker was promoted to Kolene’s chief operating officer as of the beginning of January.

Post Cure: Tool-less direct extrusion enables efficient, complex composite structure development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Backed by AI software, Hans Weber’s large-format 3D printing capabilities resulted in the successful development of a Savonius wind turbine blade in under two hours.

Grupo Medline invertirá 250 millones de dólares en Tamaulipas

| Modern Machine Shop México

La inversión de Grupo Medline se destinará para la construcción de una planta en Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas.

A Sales Playbook for Mold Shops to Onboard and Empower Their Teams

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Mold shop owners are realizing the vital role of sales teams in acquiring new customers and retaining existing ones. Here's how to build an effective sales strategy.