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Large-format 3D printed tooling targets composite layup, forming and assembly
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Additive Engineering Solutions highlights a 32-foot CNC mill fixture among LFAM tooling examples produced from carbon- and glass fiber-reinforced polymers and machined to ±0.010-inch profile tolerances.
Fiberglass-reinforced foam panels offer plywood alternative across marine, structural applications
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Coosa Composites' closed-cell polyurethane foam panels, reinforced with woven-roving and continuous-strand fiberglass, are designed for use in markets where rot resistance and weight savings are priorities.
Long-term partnership with Hexcel brings composites to Deutsche Aircraft D328eco turboprop
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Primary and secondary aircraft structures application will support the regional aircraft program’s performance and efficiency objectives.
NIAR opens HAMR, a national resource for industry and government customers
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The Hub for Advanced Manufacturing and Research unites digital engineering, advanced materials and smart automation — serving aerospace, defense and commercial industries.
Dawn Aerospace closes $25 million Series B for global reusable space transportation expansion
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Aligned with the global aerospace and defense surge, the Balerion Space Ventures-led funding round builds up Dawn’s spaceplane rollout and commercialization, and 2028 Loop refueling network demo.
Carbon Cleanup wins global AFRA Award for aircraft recycling
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Carbon Cleanup's award-winning Carbon Eater microfactory recycles composite aircraft scrap into high-performance carbon fiber feedstock — no water, no heat and no chemicals required.
ATA 2025 global carbon fiber composites market report documents record demand
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The annual market report finds that wind turbine blade applications drove a 43.8% year-over-year surge in global carbon fiber demand to 224,510 metric tons, while China's capacity share exceeded half of global supply for the first time.
New PX5 Mold Steel Shows Major Performance Gains Over Traditional P20
| MoldMaking Technology
New testing from PCS Company and International Mold Steel (IMS) shows that PX5 mold steel delivers faster machining, better dimensional stability, and lower finishing costs than traditional P20 steel.
Embedded Innovation: One-Man Mold Shop Delivers Fast, Complex Solutions in Medical Molding
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
A unique mold shop model inside a medical facility is driving the reshoring of high-precision medical molds, with on-site support and cost savings.
Belco Industries Provides More Efficient Services With Mobile Parts Division
| Products Finishing
Flexible delivery approach enables customers to get exactly what they need, whether it’s a single replacement part or a replenishable mobile service kit tailored to their operation.
Biomateriales en América Latina: lógica lineal frena la circularidad
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
Más de cien países tienen estrategias de economía circular, pero estas se concentran en materiales finitos; los biomateriales, como papel, fibras naturales, caucho y productos bioquímicos, aún se gestionan con lógica lineal. Un análisis de 31 instrumentos de política en 12 países de América Latina constata esa desconexión y propone cinco pilares para integrar estos materiales en cadenas de valor circulares.
Screw Mixes at 'Molecular Level' To Boost Properties
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Randcastle’s patent-pending Molecular Homogenizer screw uses three-directional mixing to improve properties and thermal uniformity, while preventing degradation and increasing density.
High-Temperature Non-Aerosol Ejector Pin Grease
| MoldMaking Technology
UltraHeat Grease protects all moving mold components from friction, wear and corrosion.
Fresas Ceratizit mejoran mecanizado de superaleaciones y materiales difíciles
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Los sistemas MaxiMill de Ceratizit incorporan refrigeración dirigida y geometrías optimizadas para mejorar estabilidad, vida útil y productividad en materiales aeroespaciales.
Erema presenta avances en reciclaje grado alimentario en PRSE
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Erema participó en PRSE 2026 con actualizaciones de la tecnología Volex para desgasificación y control de olores, y avances en la autorización Novel Technology de la UE para rHDPE grado alimentario a partir de botellas de leche posconsumo en circuito cerrado.
Smart Mold presenta Aria, IA para ajuste de moldeo por inyección
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Smart Mold presentó en PLAST 2026 el software Aria, que usa visión computarizada e Inteligencia Articicial, IA, para identificar defectos y sugerir correcciones en tiempo real, reduciendo los ensayos de configuración de 25 a 3 y el desperdicio en un 94 %.
How Dust-on-Dust Application Is Redefining Coating Systems
Tommy Reno | Products Finishing
Dust-on-dust powder coatings are a strategic coating solution for manufacturers looking to scale production while meeting high performance specifications.
Plásticos flexibles: diseño, ley y economía circular
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Ningún sistema en el mundo ha resuelto por completo el reciclaje de empaques plásticos flexibles. Especialistas de ECOCE, AGIR y WRAP diagnosticaron, en Plastics Recycling LATAM 2026, los obstáculos y los proyectos concretos que buscan cambiar esa realidad en México.
Importación de herramientas de corte crece en abril
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Las herramientas de fresado concentraron el mayor valor de importación en abril, con 11.61 millones de dólares, lo que representó un crecimiento de 16.8 % en su comparación anual.
SUMMSEED Consortium to Develop Sustainable Steels for Enhanced Efficiency in Mining and Heavy Industries
| Additive Manufacturing
The SUMMSEED project, led by the Technical University of Catalonia - BarcelonaTech, is developing medium manganese steels for wire-based DED. Potential outcome: The project aims to create an alternative to Hadfield steels with reduced CO2 footprint.
How Linear Motion Components Impact CNC Machining Operations
| Modern Machine Shop
Linear motion components provide the foundation for smooth axis movement on a machine tool. Here are factors to consider when choosing machines with linear motion components that are durable and effective for different machining applications.
KUKA Robotics Automation Solutions Simplify Machine Tending
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: KUKA Robotics highlights integrated robotic systems with CNC machine tool OEM partners and automation providers.