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IMDEA Materials develops multifunctional Kevlar using laser photothermal conversion

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A study demonstrates how laser-induced graphene can be created directly on the surface of Kevlar-based composites without affecting structural integrity, enabling integrated sensing, electromagnetic shielding and de-icing capabilities.

SPE ACCE 2026 second keynote tackles materials potential in automotive

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dr. Paul E. Krajeweski, a director at the General Motors Global Research and Development Center, will share insights on key opportunities and how to collectively drive progress.

Walter Indexable Inserts Enhance Shoulder Milling Operations

| MoldMaking Technology

Walter USA LLC expands the Xtra-tec XT M5137 shoulder mill family with TNMU indexable inserts in Tiger-tec Gold grade WKK25G, providing six cutting edges for milling steel and cast iron.

Nissha Medical Technologies Breaks Ground on Micromolding Expansion

| Plastics Technology

The purpose-built expansion scales up its 2023 acquisition, Isometric, with a 50,000-square-foot molding and moldmaking facility in Wisconsin.

Selling Plastics Packaging’s Sustainability Story

| Plastics Technology

Check out PT Tech Days: Sustainable Packaging to see how leaders across the plastics packaging supply chain are positioning polymers as the sustainable choice.

Technical Specification Amps Up Robot Energy Efficiency

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

An international, interdisciplinary working group led by ABB is working to standardize how to measure robot energy consumption. This could lead to more energy-efficient models and decrease users’ total cost of ownership and carbon footprint.

DOE-funded researchers developing high-throughput, low-cost carbon fiber

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

The Carbon Fiber Design project aims to develop, and scale up with commercial partners, fibers with noncircular geometry optimized to meet compression performance needed for wind and other industries.

Sistema CMM Run permite inspección rápida directamente en planta

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La línea Run de Ready Metrology integra medición, análisis y automatización para obtener resultados metrológicos en el entorno de producción.

What’s the Right Bar Feeder for Your Machine Shop?

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Machine shops likely have questions about what type of bar feeder makes most sense for their operational needs. One or more of these four might be floating around in your head.

GE Aerospace moderniza sus plantas de Hermosillo y Saltillo para ampliar capacidad aeroespacial

| Modern Machine Shop México

La inversión se destinará a la modernización de instalaciones, adquisición de equipos, nuevas herramientas y mejoras de infraestructura para ampliar capacidades productivas y responder a la creciente demanda del sector aeroespacial.

InnovMetric Metrology Software Features Cloud Technology, AI Assistance

| Modern Machine Shop

PolyWorks 2026 elevates 3D measurement with cloud technology, AI and universal compatibility.

Sirmax y De’ Longhi incorporan 70 % de plástico reciclado en cafetera

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La nueva Eletta Ultra utiliza materiales reciclados procedentes de residuos electrónicos en componentes visibles y estructurales.

Heule Deburring Tool Automates Through-Hole Applications

| Modern Machine Shop

Heule Precision Tool’s COFA tooling uses a carbide blade to remove burrs from the front and back of a drilled through-hole in a single pass, without stopping or reversing the spindle.

ANCA Tool Grinding Software Boosts Productivity

| Production Machining

ToolRoom RN35 features feedrate optimization, airtime reduction, faster digitizing operations and more for cutting tool manufacturers.

PureCycle Resin Recognized as PCR Content Under New Jersey Law

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

New Jersey has a minimum recycled content mandate level that increases every three years.

Before the Dust Settles: Solving Abrasive Blasting Workforce Challenges

| Products Finishing

The abrasive blasting industry is navigating labor shortages with strategies for awareness, training, technology rebranding and retention to build a skilled workforce.
#workforcedevelopment

Bravery, Focus and the Future of Moldmaking

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

From leadership and mindfulness to tariffs and AI, this year’s AMBA conference challenged moldmakers to face uncertainty with courage, connection and intention.

CONTRAX Austin Expands Program and Industry Partnerships

| Additive Manufacturing

The inaugural contract manufacturing event hosted by Gardner Business Media takes place June 24-25, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Don’t miss it: Registration is open and free for qualified attendees.

U.S. Plastics Machinery Shipments Shrink in First Quarter

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Primary plastics machinery shipments were down 16.4% at the start of 2026, according to the Plastics Industry Association.
#economics

Fabricación de productos metálicos registra crecimiento en empleo y producción

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El valor de producción de los productos elaborados del subsector de fabricación de productos metálicos creció un 8.5 % en marzo de 2026.

Insertos de ranurado con recubrimiento PVD para mayor control de desgaste