PTXPO 2026: Innovation, Precision and Collaboration Define the Future of Moldmaking, Part 2

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

PTXPO 2026 underscored key developments across digital simulation, efficient hot runner and thermal management systems, 3D printing enhancements, advanced mold steels and components, proactive maintenance strategies, automation and collaborative efforts to strengthen the workforce.

CAMWorks 2026 incorpora programación para tornos tipo suizo

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

CAMWorks 2026 incorpora funcionalidades para tornos tipo suizo que amplían las capacidades del sistema para programación de máquinas CNC con múltiples husillos y unidades de herramienta.

Plant-Based Resin as a Processable Plastic Substitute

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Utopia Plastix produces resin from cover crops that is compatible with plastics processing equipment.

Marubeni Citizen-Cincom Turning Center Features Modular Tooling System

| Production Machining

Marubeni Citizen's Cincom L12 Swiss turning center features user-friendly programming, a detachable guide bushing and modular tooling for versatile, efficient machining.

Laser Cleaning Fast-Tracks Surface Preparation

| Products Finishing

Laser cleaning solutions can provide a faster clean for manufacturers with time-saving and cost-effective benefits.

Axalp Technologies advances iSurface composites impact monitoring technology

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Lightweight conductive fiber sensing lattice and AI-based interpretation of signals enable impact characterization, localization and remaining-life indication on composite inlets, leading edges and propeller blades.

10 Minutes to Influence U.S. Manufacturing Policy

Jodee McElfresh | Products Finishing

U.S. manufacturing policy is being decided now—and it will directly affect your costs, supply chain, and competitiveness. Your voice can help shape what comes next. Complete the 2026 Reshoring Survey today to inform policymakers and strengthen U.S. manufacturing. All respondents receive final results for benchmarking purposes.
#economics #workforcedevelopment #regulations

Toray introduces surcharge pricing to carbon fiber amid Strait of Hormuz blockade

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Emergency measure to address skyrocketing costs for petrochemical feedstock affected by escalating tensions in the Middle East.

PTXPO 2026: Innovation, Precision and Collaboration Define the Future of Moldmaking, Part 1

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

PTXPO 2026 highlighted trends in digital simulation, efficient hot runners/thermal systems, additive enhancements, advanced mold steels/components, proactive maintenance, automation and collaborative workforce growth.

Boston Micro Fabrication Launches Benchtop, Industrial-Grade Micro-Precision Printer

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Boston Micro Fabrication introduces the microArch S150 Series, providing 25µm micro-precision printing.

HMG Paints Announces Selected 2026 Color of the Year

| Products Finishing

Swan, a gray-white infused with lavender, is considered a paint color that reflects customers’ movement toward more tranquil, balanced interiors.

10 Minutes to Influence U.S. Manufacturing Policy

Jodee McElfresh | Production Machining

U.S. manufacturing policy is being decided now—and it will directly affect your costs, supply chain, and competitiveness. You can shape what comes next. Complete the 2026 Reshoring Survey to inform policymakers and strengthen U.S. manufacturing. All respondents receive final results for benchmarking purposes.
#economics #workforcedevelopment #regulations

Kit de reconstrucción para sistema de filtración de refrigerante

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El kit de reconstrucción para la tapa del sistema Chip Trapper, de Exair LLC, es una solución neumática que retira sólidos como virutas y rebabas de refrigerantes usados y otros fluidos industriales.

Hasco apuesta por Brasil con operación directa y nuevo liderazgo comercial

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Hasco inicia operaciones directas en Brasil para fortalecer el soporte técnico y la relación con sus clientes. Como fabricante de componentes normalizados y de sistemas de canal caliente a medida, refuerza su oferta en el mercado local.

JEC World 2026 highlights innovations in high-rate composite manufacturing

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

CW editor-in-chief Scott Francis discusses trends in high-rate composites manufacturing on display at JEC World. As the aerospace sector gears up for a new single-aisle aircraft program and defense demand grows, the industry is shoring up processes to meet demand. 

Querétaro concreta 10 proyectos de inversión en el primer trimestre del año

| Modern Machine Shop México

Las inversiones se concentran principalmente en los sectores aeronáutico, de alimentos y bebidas, automotriz y energético.

Revolutionizing Propulsion and Additive Manufacturing at the Same Time

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Aerospace and defense manufacturer Ursa Major is building the next generation of engines using additive manufacturing, while also transforming this production technology.

Harbin Institute of Technology invents 3-second solid-flame technique targeting rCF upcycling

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Researchers are using magnesium and calcium carbonate powders to convert CFRP into graphene-grafted carbon fibers and powders, with the goal of higher-value composites upcycling.

TheSaKo project considers SME-volume thermoplastic sandwich structure joining, repair methods

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Fraunhofer IMWS, SKZ Plastics Center and other cross-functional partners target thermoformable edge shaping, load path-optimized joining zones, weld- and adhesive-optimized joints and repair-friendly concepts.

Airbus pushes A350 freighter toward final validation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Comprehensive ground testing has commenced for the A350F, with new procedures tailored to its freighter-specific innovations.

OTOMcomposite web-based platform enhances AFP process modeling

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: OTOM is driven by industry needs to make the AFP digital twin more accessible, efficient and powerful.

Pen Aviation, Nandina REM pave the way for rCF in flight in UAV/UAS platforms

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Pen Aviation and Nandina REM give OEM and material supplier perspectives on why the drone sector will likely lead on sustainable materials adoption — and what it means for aerospace supply chains and engineering practices.