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Before You Automate, Learn to Stop
Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop
Better software, robots and AI raise the payoff for machine shops that have stable processes. But do they raise the cost for everyone else?
OEE en el taller: cómo definir y capturar datos confiables
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
Dos talleres pueden usar la misma fórmula de OEE y obtener resultados incomparables si clasifican de manera distinta sus paros y sus setups. La captura automática desde el control reduce la zona gris en la que se acumulan microparos, tiempos muertos y pérdidas que el registro manual no detecta.
AMBA Conference 2026 “Ideas Ignite” Sparks Innovation, Leadership and Industry Connection
| MoldMaking Technology
From May 12 through May 14, the American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) wrapped its Conference 2026, once again delivering a dynamic program that brought together nearly 180 mold builders, suppliers, emerging professionals, and manufacturing leaders for an energizing experience centered on innovation, collaboration, and growth within the industry.
People in composites: May 2026
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Retirees, company transitions and new appointments have been made by Airbus SE, Uplift360, Lockheed Martin, The Gill Corp., Elroy Air, Otto Aerospace and ZeroAvia.
Sikora: nueva herramienta para estabilizar procesos de extrusión
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Dirigido a fabricantes de cables con exigencias crecientes en calidad de señal y transmisión, el Line Performance Optimizer de SIKORA localiza fuentes de ruido en la línea de producción mediante la desviación estándar de los valores medidos.
TPRC lab adds press and rheometer systems for thermoplastic composites research
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A Pinette PEI consolidation press and an Anton Paar rheometer will boost laminate manufacturing and characterization capabilities.
Nano Dimensions sells MarkForged to Stratasys
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
In a $42.5 million transaction, MarkForged’s continuous carbon fiber AM technology, materials and reseller network are to fill a gap in Stratasys’ composite material offerings.
SABIC launches Ultem reactive oligomer for tough, lightweight aerospace composites
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Toughening agent, made for composites used in primary and secondary aerospace structures, delivers up to 50% loading by weight and up to 140% toughness-stiffness balance improvement.
CW Tech Days virtual workshop targets thermoplastic composites for aerospace structures
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
This free June 24th CompositesWorld event, sponsored by Composites One, Pacific Coast Composites and Albany Engineered Composites, features expert presentations on high-rate TPC manufacturing, in situ AFP, injection overmolding, welded assembly and more.
Strohm enters Egyptian market following TCP flowline contract
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Strohm wins its first Egypt contract, supplying a 2,000-meter carbon fiber-reinforced PA12 TCP flowline for the WDDM offshore project at a 600-meter water depth.
Kineco Group order buildup highlights rail interior ambitions for India and beyond
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Supported by global acquisitions in Denmark and the U.K. Kineco secures landmark contracts for 100 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains, pushing its consolidated order book past ₹3,000 crore and positioning it for other export markets.
Stratview Research white paper analyzes AI shift in composites manufacturing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
While many composites processes remains largely manual, this free white paper breaks down how AI is starting to change that, from material waste and outdated tracking systems and inefficiencies, and what's still holding it back.
Performing Complex Processes in Fewer Touches
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
High-end, complex parts and staffing the machines that make them are perennial bugbears for job shops. In this recap of DN Solutions’ 2026 Manufacturing Without Limits event, see the technology and software the OEM showcased to meet both these needs.
Thought3D Enhances Filament Management with Drywise v1.5
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
Material reliability specialist Thought3D announces two updates to its Drywise filament drying system, engineered to eliminate key workflow bottlenecks.
ICYMI: May 2026 Roundup
| Plastics Technology
Spring turned to summer and readers turned to resin pricing and economic forecasts, with columns on pricing and economics were among PT’s most-read.
México busca eliminar plásticos en sus costas para el año 2030
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Semarnat y Coca-Cola FEMSA México formalizaron una alianza para eliminar el 100% de los residuos plásticos en las costas mexicanas antes de 2030, con una primera jornada en Acapulco.
Heule Deburring Tool Automates Through-Hole Applications
| Production Machining
Heule Precision Tool’s COFA tooling uses a carbide blade to remove burrs from the front and back of a drilled through-hole in a single pass, without stopping or reversing the spindle.
Sistema de medición láser Hamar acelera calibración de superficies
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El sistema L-703SP de Hamar Laser permite calibrar placas de superficie con alta precisión y mayor rapidez en la recolección de datos.
Corotec’s NoZone Ozone Destruction System Makes for Cleaner, Safer Air
| Plastics Technology
System pulls ozone-laden air through a specially designed canister before it ever reaches the blower.
Molding Minds: The May Articles Readers Loved Most
Cara Ready | MoldMaking Technology
From the shop floor to the conference stage, May's most-read articles reflect an industry navigating change on every front.
ANCA Tool Grinding Software Boosts Productivity
| Modern Machine Shop
ToolRoom RN35 features feedrate optimization, airtime reduction, faster digitizing operations and more for cutting tool manufacturers.
Robotized Wet Spray Line Handles Parts for Aesthetic, High-Heat Automotive Environments
Grace Stubbins | Products Finishing
Lima-based PPG Coatings Services highlights its specialization in high-volume parts manufacturing and distribution via auto exhaust components.