Japan’s ICC joins the European Rebar Council

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Comprehensive composites R&D, education and collaboration will strengthen the ERC’s work in growing international recognition of GFRP rebar.

Plataine embeds AI production scheduling, equipment maintenance optimization into one platform

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Production Scheduler tool now automatically integrates preventive equipment maintenance and optimizes cycles into overall production schedules to operate more efficiently, reduce operational risk and respond dynamically.

Albany receives Pratt & Whitney engine component contract through 2036

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Albany Engineered Composites will produce composite structural engine components for the GTF aeroengine.

Bamboo composite-based UAV aircraft completes maiden flight in Tianjin

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: China has unveiled and successfully flown a fixed-wing aircraft that uses bamboo-based composite materials for more than 25% of its structure.

Sandvik Coromant Sensorized Turning Adapter Provides Real-Time Insight for Turning Operations

| Modern Machine Shop

Sandvik Coromant introduces the CoroTurn Plus sensorized turning adapter, which offers live data visualization and automated protective actions to enhance process security and productivity.

Rotogran's Severe-Duty Granulator Designed for Shock Loading

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Rotogran's WO-2260-XHD tackles the No. 1 cause of granulator failure — shock overloading — with 30% more strength and a 4,000-lb heavier frame.

Stopper, Stem Designs Help Alleviate Pressure Buildup During Finishing Processes

| Products Finishing

Temperature fluctuation and pressure buildup are likely the reason why your masking plugs are popping off bore holes during high-temperature finishing processes. Caplugs considers practical, proven solutions to minimize downtime, prevent damage and enhance efficiency.

Altero destaca solución para desodorización en PRL 2026

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Altero presentará en Plastics Recycling LATAM el sistema Altero PureSteam, una solución desarrollada para mejorar la desodorización y descontaminación de plásticos reciclados.

Se incrementa la densidad de robots en Europa, Asia y América

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En Norteamérica la densidad de robots industriales en Estados Unidos es de 307 unidades por cada 10,000 empleados, Canadá con 241 unidades y México con 62 unidades.

Starrett Digital Comparator Streamlines Part Inspection

| Modern Machine Shop

The L.S. Starrett Co.’s HDV250 digital comparator provides sharp visualization, reliable surface feature identification and consistent inspection.

BASF amplía producción de estabilizadores HALS y NOR HALS

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

BASF anunció la expansión de su producción de estabilizadores HALS y NOR HALS para satisfacer la demanda de plásticos de alto rendimiento. Estas soluciones mejoran la resistencia a la radiación UV, prolongan la vida útil y apoyan objetivos de sostenibilidad en diversas aplicaciones.  

3D Systems Stereolithography System Boosts Production Throughput and Precision

| Additive Manufacturing

3D Systems introduces the SLA 825 Dual stereolithography system and AddiTrak software platform, delivering larger build volumes, faster print speeds and enhanced fleet monitoring for additive manufacturing environments.

Building a Profitable Grinding Niche

Evan Doran | Production Machining

By building processes for its niche, rather than a general manufacturing approach, Grind All has developed an unusual (yet profitable) value proposition.

Meximold 2026: registro abierto y sin costo

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Meximold 2026 abre su registro gratuito para profesionales de la manufactura de moldes y del moldeo por inyección. El evento se realizará los días 14 y 15 de octubre en el Querétaro Centro de Congresos, con más de 130 expositores, 24 conferencias técnicas y más de 150 máquinas y equipos en funcionamiento.

Krones impulsa eficiencia en reciclaje PET con su tecnología MetaPure Compact

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Krones Recycling GmbH introduce MetaPure Compact, una solución para optimizar el reciclaje de plásticos en espacios reducidos. Su sistema integra un lavado eficiente, una menor generación de finos y una alta recuperación de material, lo que permite obtener hojuelas de grado alimentario.   

How Engineers Can Turn AI into a Practical Advantage

| Plastics Technology

In simulation-driven plastics workflows, AI agents help select analysis types, define boundary conditions and prep parameter studies as designs evolve.

Okuma Coolant System Enhances Chip Evacuation, Tool Life

| Production Machining

Okuma America Corp.’s Okuma High-Pressure coolant system provides variable-flow, high-pressure coolant delivery for improved surface finishes and enhanced productivity.

Sistema SLS de gran formato para producción en serie

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La HT601P-2, de Farsoon, está diseñada para manufactura aditiva en polímeros con enfoque en producción continua.

RoDip Ezy Electric Rotational Dip Process Increases Vehicle Facility Flexibility

| Products Finishing

The Dürr system offers curved line routes, compact cycloidal gearboxes and standardized trolleys, making plant planning easier and more versatile from passenger cars to vans. 

Three Ways to Succeed in a New Market

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Making parts for a new industry can be profitable but requires a clear plan to smooth the process. Learn from three shops that have thrived since choosing to target additional markets.

WEBINAR: From Machine Data to Guided Action: How Modern Shops Are Closing the Execution Gap

| Modern Machine Shop

  In this webinar, MachineMetrics Product Manager Josh Fish is joined by Pindel Global Precision's Thomas Deslongchamps, for a candid look at what closing the execution gap actually looks like inside a precision machining shop.  

WEBINAR: From Machine Data to Guided Action: How Modern Shops Are Closing the Execution Gap

| Production Machining

In this webinar—presented by Modern Machine Shop— MachineMetrics Product Manager Josh Fish is joined by Pindel Global Precision's Thomas Deslongchamps, for a candid look at what closing the execution gap actually looks like inside a precision machining shop.