Exel Composites, OCF Build Commercial-Scale Use of Circular Composites Across Europe
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The composites manufacturer has strengthened its partnership with Original Composites & Fiberglass to adopt Sustaina continuous filament mat in its production process.
Aimplas Launches First Edition of HI!-Plastics, an International Advanced Materials Seminar
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
From Oct. 6-7, 2026, in Valencia, Spain, the two-day seminar unites industry leaders, tech centers and innovators to share real challenges and showcase real solutions in high-performance composites, plastics and coatings.
SENW Introduces Oxidized PAN Fire Protection Fabric
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Engineered nonwoven offers lightweight fire protection, thermal stability and low smoke emissions for aerospace, transportation, energy, defense and battery applications.
ÉireComposites Manufactures Carbon Fiber Stray Light Baffles for ESA ALTIUS Ozone Mission
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Irish-built satellite hardware will shield ALTIUS’ scientific instruments while it performs its atmospheric monitoring services.
Free AI Platform Targeting Composites Manufacturers is Estimated to Save Billions in Efficiencies
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
ForgeX.ai, developed at Deakin University and backed by ACM CRC, lets manufacturers “converse with their own factory,” showing that it delivers up to 50% efficiency gains at 1/100th the cost of Industry 4.0 adoption.
SAMPE China Highlights 2026 Advanced Composites Product Innovation Award Winners
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Thirteen winners and seven finalists across four award categories underpin key focuses in China’s commercial sector, including TPC, hydrogen storage, and aerospace and space applications.
Toray Develops Radiolucent CFRP Part That Enhances Diagnostic Precision, Lowers X-Ray Radiation Doses
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Sandwich structure reduces X-ray radiation doses by 8% while improving diagnostic image quality for mammography and X-ray equipment.
Certarus Order for Hexagon Agility Mobile Pipeline Modules to Service Data Center Demand
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A significant order valued at $100 million contracts Titan 450 and Titan 510 modules to provide reliable, redeployable CNG supply.
How To Prepare Your Dehumidifying Dryers for Summer
| Plastics Technology
Seasonal humidity changes can impact the performance of your dehumidifying dryer. Take these steps to help prevent costly failures.
Euler Real-Time Build Viewer Enables Secure Access to Metal AM Data
| Additive Manufacturing
Euler introduces Euler Viewer, a free tool that provides operators with real-time viewing of build processes without hardware installation or remote desktop software.
Tormach CNC Lathe Provides Increased Spindle Power
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Tormach’s 15LX CNC lathe features 6-hp continuous spindle power, EtherCAT-based control and rapid speeds up to 360 ipm.
Maag Underwater Strand Pelletizer Boosts Throughput and Process Stability
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Maag’s M²-USG generation of underwater strand pelletizing systems feature a redesigned cutting head, integrated sensors and machine widths up to 1200 mm for throughputs up to 24,000 kg/h.
Hermle Five-Axis Mill-Turn Provides Precise Machining of Complex Parts
| MoldMaking Technology
IMTS 2026: Hermle USA Inc.’s C 62 U MT Gen2 is a high-performance five-axis mill-turn center designed for aerospace, energy and heavy-industry manufacturers.
ECI Software Solutions Production Monitoring Platform Reveals Hidden Capacity
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: ECI Software Solutions' Amper production monitoring and intelligence platform combines universal IoT sensors, ERP integrations and operator-facing touchscreens to provide real-time visibility across machines, operators and jobs.
TaipeiPLAS 2026: tercer evento de maquinaria plástica más grande de Asia
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Con exportaciones taiwanesas de maquinaria para plásticos por 825 millones de dólares en 2025, TaipeiPLAS 2026 llega en un momento de dinamismo sectorial, con 330 expositores y foros de vinculación comercial del 15 al 19 de septiembre en Taipéi.
June 2026 Finishing Index Holds Firm in Expansion Despite Broad Component Cooling
Mike Shirk | Products Finishing
Despite a slight dip to a reading of 56.3, the month marked six months straight above 50, even as production and backlog softened and material costs stayed elevated.
Mazak Advanced Machining Solutions Accelerate Production Output
| Production Machining
IMTS 2026: Mazak Corp. showcases Neo Series machines, Ez Series vertical machining centers, multitasking models and Syncrex Swiss-type lathes with automation.
Lessons in AI Deployment from a Networked Contract Manufacturer
Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected
Manufacturing service provider Protolabs applies artificial intelligence at three levels across owned and network capacity spanning 3D printing, machining, molding and more. Its chief AI officer shares lessons and takeaways for manufacturers of any size.
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Semi-Consolidated Towpreg Format Balances Flexibility, Bulk Reduction
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Concordia Engineered Fibers’ semi-preg commingled thermoplastic towpreg sits between traditional commingled towpreg and fully consolidated prepreg for advanced TPC.
Hurco Five-Axis Provides Efficient Production of Complex Parts
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Hurco Co. showcases the BM500U five-axis machining center alongside a new eight-station automatic pallet changer designed to facilitate unmanned operation.
Composites power the energy transition and the AI economy
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
From record-breaking wind installations to composite conductor cores doubling grid capacity, composites are at the center of the infrastructure driving both clean energy and the digital economy.
Horn Tooling Program Reduces Lead Times on Custom Cutting Tools
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Horn USA's Greenline program processes approved special insert designs through an automated qualification system, shipping USA-manufactured tooling in as little as five business days at no additional cost.