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.