Cuando la manufactura aditiva y el mecanizado se complementan
Stephanie Hendrixson | Modern Machine Shop México
Las limitaciones de geometría, la altura de fabricación y los tiempos de entrega condicionan la producción de piezas para petróleo y gas. En Knust Godwin, la manufactura aditiva metálica complementa el mecanizado de precisión al permitir la fabricación de conductos internos complejos y plazos más cortos en componentes industriales.
Arquitectura de torno-fresado define estabilidad en done-in-one
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La concentración de operaciones en el torno-fresado multitarea aumenta el riesgo de desviaciones acumuladas en piezas complejas. La arquitectura de husillos, eje Y, eje B y sistemas de amarre determina estabilidad geométrica durante ciclos prolongados. La secuencia de mecanizado y el control térmico condicionan la viabilidad real de los procesos done-in-one industriales.
Especial 2026: Más presencia e influencia de las mujeres en la industria del plástico
| Plastics Technology México
Este especial reúne perfiles de mujeres destacadas en la industria del plástico en 2026, incluyendo líderes empresariales, investigadoras y especialistas en procesos industriales y en sostenibilidad. Sus testimonios describen sus trayectorias profesionales, las competencias técnicas requeridas y el aumento de la participación femenina en posiciones estratégicas del sector.
Ley General de Economía Circular redefine producción en México
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
La industria enfrenta nuevas exigencias regulatorias con la Ley General de Economía Circular, que obliga a integrar el diseño circular y el REP, mientras que el reglamento federal debe publicarse en un plazo de 180 días. Los acuerdos sectoriales definirán metas de trazabilidad, de PCR y de materias primas secundarias según criterios técnicos.
Saertex expands distribution network in Turkey with Neva Composites
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Stronger market presence will enable technical advice, short response times and a reliable local supply of Saertex multiaxial fabrics and customized materials.
GKN Aerospace, partners successfully complete MANTA program
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Four morphing control surface technologies were demonstrated including thermoplastic composites, a fluid-driven trailing edge, combined flap/aileron and an air intake flap.
Integris Composites creates Arctic Armor Development Team
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: The new team will apply Integris’ extensive R&D and customer-funded efforts in ballistic composites development to sustain people and systems in subzero conditions.
Lincoln Composite Materials launches PFAS-free structural film adhesive
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Product LC-E258 replaces legacy film adhesives that are being discontinued, without compromising on performance or logistics.
PhlexTek assumes operations of Carbon Conversions Inc.
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
PhlexTek adds to its thermoset and thermoplastic composite product base with CCI’s various carbon fiber derivatives and capabilities.
AGY, JPS Composite Materials launch domestic production of low-CTE glass fiber fabrics
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Critical reinforcement materials will enhance initiatives for IC substrates and semiconductor packaging technologies.
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CompPair, Diab partnership validates healable composite sandwich structures
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Tested automotive, aerospace and space applications combining each partner’s material technologies confirm healing value, compatibility and consistent performance.
MVP, ExxonMobil collaboration to advance customer access to Proxxima resin system
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
MVP has developed a complete solution that tailors its precision meter/mix technology to Proxxima polyolefin resins to support training sessions, process demonstrations and collaborative development.
White paper introduces mechanical sail taxonomy to set wind propulsion standards
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Norsepower and Kongsberg Maritime paper intends to serve as a foundation for further industry dialogue on the future of wind-assisted propulsion, where composite materials will certainly play a role.
Modernización y adaptación: claves del sector plástico en 2026
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
Durante el foro de ANIPAC, expertos evalúan la sobrecapacidad de resinas y la importancia de las reglas de origen en el T-MEC para blindar al sector mexicano en 2026.
ChemQuest Celebrates 50 Years, Unites Lab Capabilities for Next-Level Client Support
| Products Finishing
Over the years, the consulting firm has become a trusted provider for clients spanning the specialty chemicals and formulated products value chain, with plans to continue enhancing its R&D resources.
MGS Acquires European Medical Injection Molder Knudsen Plast
Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology
Deal enhances MGS' ability to support European customers with expanded cleanroom capacity, injection molding expertise and regional supply chain access.
Studer Motion Meeting 2026 Emphasizes Strong Foundations
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
At its 2026 Motion Meeting, Studer celebrated 50 years of its machine foundations, plus a new inexpensive machine and a thriving apprenticeship program. Read on to learn what machine shops can take away from the event.
FibreCoat unveils EV battery case featuring AluCoat aluminum-coated fibers
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2026: FibreCoat and partners Coleitec and Forward Engineering display an HP-RTM-processed prototype that successfully validates industrial readiness.
Dillon Pie Jaws Provide Maximum Contact Area for Reliable Performance
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Dillon’s full-grip jaws provide a solid gripping surface which yields more friction for drive with reduced part distortion.
People in composites: February 2026
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
New hires and promotions serving the composites industry have been announced by Composites One, Cygnet Texkimp, AOC, Radia, Anemoi and KraussMaffei.
Specialty Chemical Supplier Prioritizes Collaborative Development in North American Facility
Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing
Clariant’s Industrial Applications Innovation Center in North America offers PFAS-free powder coatings, bio-based waxes and collaborative development to enhance durability and recyclability in adhesives and coatings.
Cygnet Texkimp spotlights fiber processing solutions for high-performance composites
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2026: ART high-rate fiber deposition, 3D weaving creel technologies and a Factory of the Future-focused AGV system support fiber handling, processing capabilities.