Big Daishowa Pilot Step Drill Extends Tool Life

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Big Daishowa introduces the Sphinx Drinox pilot step drill at 3 × D, which is said to offer longer tool life, higher through-coolant output and faster drilling.

Aerospace, defense production efficiencies define Dieffenbacher presence

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Advanced plant concepts, a comprehensive composites production process portfolio, Evoris digitalization and other concepts are supporting composite component manufacturing.

ST Engineering enhances MRO offerings with integrated airframe, nacelle service center

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Integrated airframe and nacelle MRO center in Singapore will streamline maintenance for faster turnaround and greater efficiency for aircraft operators.

Bcomp ampliTex makes structural, visual strides in Indian moto-scooter concept

| CompositesWorld

Ather Energy, an India-based electric scooter brand, integrates flax fibers into experimental, two-wheel concept vehicle Redux.

Sedema anuncia fechas 2026 del Mercado de Trueque

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

El Mercado de Trueque 2026 visitará distintos puntos de la Ciudad de México para promover el reciclaje, el consumo responsable y la cultura ambiental.  

Invista and Epoch Biodesign Collaborate on PCR Nylon

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Invista will test repolymerization of monomers produced by enzymatic recycling.

Metal-Polymer Sheets Could Provide Coating Option, Powder Alternative

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Thin sheets of material developed and manufactured by Addicoat could enable the next wave of surface finishing and part construction by removing the challenges of working with loose metal powders. 

Centro de mecanizado YCM RX65+ de cinco ejes mejora rigidez y exactitud

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El RX65+ combina estructura de fundición Meehanite, husillo de 18,000 rpm y mesa basculante tipo trunnion para mecanizado de alta precisión en industrias de elevado rendimiento.

Manufactura de Nuevo León enfrenta escasez de personal técnico

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

La industria de Nuevo León se enfrenta a un déficit persistente de técnicos, por lo que CAINTRA urge a fortalecer la educación técnica.

Mold Validation Cart Confirms Cooling Line Flow Outside of Molding Machines

| MoldMaking Technology

Mold builders can bench test and document cooling line target flow rates using the portable Mold Validation Cart from Smartflow.

The Legendary Moldmaker T-Shirt is Back for 2026!

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MoldMaking Technology's iconic Top 10 t-shirt returns at PTXPO 2026 — grab your free shirt celebrating what makes moldmakers uniquely awesome!

Wickert thermoforming press for aircraft structural components increases output up to 80%

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Attendees can learn more about Wickert’s semi-automated press concept that is faster, more efficient, flexible and ergonomic than its previous offerings.

Volocopter optimizes eVTOL supply chain as key strategy to success

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Completed supply chain realignment will accelerate R&D and production for VoloCity and VoloXPro, while a focus on scalability and safety ensures as-planned certifications by 2026-2027.

ORNL, UMaine researchers harness “mini tornado” tech to improve cellulose nanofiber production

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Efficient, larger-scale cellulose nanofiber drying boosts quality and scalability for construction, marine and automotive industries looking for low-cost, low-energy natural materials.

Matrix Triples Its Footprint, Putting Moldmaking at the Center of Medical Manufacturing Growth

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Matrix Plastic Products’ facility expansion strengthens in-house moldmaking, cleanroom molding and engineering integration, enabling more complex medical tools and supporting next-generation minimally invasive and robotic-assisted devices.

Green Materials Conference 2026 presents European materials science advancements

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Attend the 3rd International Conference on Materials for a Green Future from March 16-18 in Austria to explore sustainable polymers, ceramics, composites and more with global experts.

RAMPF is chosen to manufacture Cavorite X7 prototype eVTOL main body

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Canada’s Horizon Aircraft looks locally to RAMPF Composite Solutions for the engineering of its full-scale aircraft prototype.

Falcon 10X jet rollout is set for March 2026

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dassault Aviation’s unveiling marks the next milestone in the ultra-long-range business jet program, which features a high-speed, long-range carbon fiber wing design.

GWEC insights place wind energy at the center of future economic development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

According to 2025 data, wind energy has become the go-to renewable energy globally, with an 8.8% forecast raise for 2025 wind installation, leading growth in Asia and 2-TW capacity by 2030.
#economics

NCC confirms Large Structures Innovation Centre site, announces Vestas as launch partner

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Purpose-built space located on the Isle of Wight is underway to allow companies to carry out full-scale composite structure trials, develop new manufacturing methods and build practical readiness across the supply chain.

How Manufacturing CEOs Are Rebuilding Strategy Amid Tariffs and Talent Gaps

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

Tariffs, shifting costs and talent gaps are reshaping the math for small and midsized manufacturers. Mike Sibley explains how smart CEOs are reworking pricing, workforce and investment decisions instead of waiting for stability.
#economics #workforcedevelopment

Evolving Electric Vehicle Drivetrains Put New Demands on Engineering Polymers

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Electrified transportation stimulates innovation in plastics.