Southern Spars, Future Fibres apply composites expertise to New Space sector

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Both companies look forward to engaging with future partners, leveraging core combined strengths to address the dynamic demands of the space sector.

Nova Announces New Recycled PE Grades

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Syndigo rPE-IN3 and rPE-IN4 recycled LLDPE grades are suitable for general purpose, non-food-grade applications.

MMT Chats: People-Powered Digital Transformation

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Digital transformation in moldmaking succeeds when leadership prioritizes people, communication and culture over technology alone.
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Cadena automotriz: reto en la proveeduría

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La producción automotriz mexicana ha experimentado un crecimiento sostenido, pero el desafío estructural radica en fortalecer la cadena de proveeduría y aumentar el contenido regional con mayor valor agregado.

Röchling Automotive to supply TPC intrusion protection plates for European EV OEM

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Continuous glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic safety barrier for EV batteries will ensure high protection performance, low weight and recyclability for future battery-powered vehicle models.

Polestar to launch four EV models in the next three years

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Polestar continues to challenge fast-growing, high-value automotive segments with the Polestar 5, a Polestar 4 variant, a Polestar 2 successor and the compact SUV Polestar 7.

Cannon Group R&D improves precise composite mold temperature control

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With an approach based on the intrinsic properties of composite materials, the resulting Nexus system saves 70% energy compared to standard heating practices and heat ramp-up time reduced by 80%. 

Made Smarter funding supports AFD Systems digital enhancements for expertise growth

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

3D scanning metrology systems, amongst other ongoing investments, help enhance AFD’s support polymer and composites aerospace engineering, enter new markets and scale operations with a growing skilled workforce.

SHD Composites commissions wide-format UD prepreg, film coating lines

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With improved process control and wider material options, SHD is accelerating development cycles and supporting more ambitious composite designs.

China tests S2000 grid-connected high-altitude wind turbine

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Developed by Beijing Linyi Yunchuan Energy Technology, the S2000 megawatt-class airborne wind power system aims to complement conventional wind power and expand clean energy into remote regions.

Uavos completes high-efficiency aerocomposite curing oven

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Uavos has validated its advanced composite curing oven for aerospace, featuring ±1.7°C uniformity, up to 200°C operation, energy savings and reduced scrap.

Mantenimiento de fluidos en mecanizado y su impacto en la operación

| Modern Machine Shop México

La presión por reducir paros no planeados y costos de disposición obliga a revisar cómo se gestiona el mantenimiento de los fluidos en el mecanizado. La estabilidad del sistema depende de la concentración, el pH, la contaminación microbiana y el control del aceite y de los parásitos.

NGR lanza X:GRAN 145 con clasificación dinámica

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

NGR introduce la X:GRAN 145 con Dynamic Classification Unit, que combina un doble tornillo y una clasificación dinámica para el reciclaje posindustrial.

LK Metrology Blue Laser Scanner Enhances Inspection Accuracy

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

LK Metrology’s L100NX scanner with advanced blue laser technology offers precision and efficiency for aerospace and automotive applications.

Seven Steps to Speed Quoting

Julia Hider | Manufacturing Connected

In today's manufacturing landscape, demographic shifts, digitalization and AI are reshaping everything, including quoting.

End-to-End Automation for Industrial Additive Manufacturing Workflows

| Additive Manufacturing

AMIS, part of Hybrid Software Group, introduces Amis Runtime, a scripting engine designed to eliminate repetitive build preparation tasks, reduce operator errors and bring configurable workflows to industrial additive manufacturing.

Smaller, More Flexible System for Compression Blow Molding

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

SACMI’s new Linear Blow Forming (LBF) process evolved from its Compression Blow Forming (CBF) technology and is aimed at lower volumes of a wider range of products. It also boasts smaller, more flexible footprint and greater energy savings.

New Voices, Proven Expertise Join MMT’s Editorial Advisory Board

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MoldMaking Technology officially introduces three of its new Editorial Advisory Board members, bringing deep expertise in mold design, quality systems, medical tooling, workforce development and community engagement across the industry.

Methods Machine Tools National Center of Excellence Enables Hands-On Technical Training

| Modern Machine Shop

Methods Machine Tools Inc. establishes the National Center of Excellence to provide technical training for customers, team members and next-generation manufacturers.
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Sentherm conductive polymers match aluminum thermal performance, cut weight

Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld

Tailored filler networks, anisotropic material design and manufacturing process control achieve hybrid  polymers for EVs, batteries and other automotive-related electronics with 95% of aluminum’s thermal performance and 25-45% reduced component weight.

Ryerson y Olympic Steel completan fusión e impulsan crecimiento y presencia en manufactura

| Modern Machine Shop México

En México, ambas empresas atienden a sectores como la manufactura, la industria automotriz, la línea blanca, la maquinaria, la construcción y las aplicaciones industriales, entre otros.

Gannon & Scott Welcomes Senior Accountant to Finance Department

| Products Finishing

Chris Cummings will oversee accounting operations and support financial reporting amid upcoming Gannon & Scott’s acquisition by Metalor Technologies USA.