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JEC 2026 highlights: AFP-RTM integration, new vitrimer prepreg, mapping AFP data, metal coated fiber in battery cases and more
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
CW executive editor Ginger Gardiner discusses some of this year’s notable exhibits and new developments in composites.
Wagner Sprint 2 Expert System Enhances Manual Powder Coating
| Products Finishing
Businesses that want to maximize production can do so with this version’s more intelligent digital touchscreen, the Wizard coating assistant and advanced business tools.
Crecen indicadores clave en el sector metalmecánico al inicio del año
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
En enero, el valor de producción de la Fabricación de maquinaria y equipo para el sector metalmecánico aumentó 7.1% en su comparación mensual.
MMT Chats: Exceptional Young Moldmaker Leading with Precision, Skill and Mentorship
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Chris MacDonald, a standout young moldmaker, combines elite CNC/EDM expertise, competition success and leadership to drive excellence at Faith Tool & Manufacturing.
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NGR presenta sistema C:GRAN + Cascada para reciclaje
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
En Plastics Recycling LATAM NGR presenta el sistema C:GRAN + Cascada para procesar materiales plásticos con alta humedad y baja densidad.
Two Critical Questions Manufacturing Leaders Can't Ignore
Christina Fuges | Manufacturing Connected
When life happens to your best people, will you react or be ready? Smart manufacturing leaders already know.
#workforcedevelopment
Multiplicadores de velocidad para operaciones en torno
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Los speed increasers Heimatec permiten alcanzar hasta 48,000 rpm en tornos con herramienta motorizada y máquinas tipo suizo.
UBE y BARplast sellan alianza en poliimidas
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Las dos compañías firmaron un acuerdo para distribuir poliimidas de alto desempeño en Norteamérica.
Structural Marine Component Printed Using LFAM: Pic of the Week
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
This week, LFAM plays a major role in producing a lightweight structural component made from 70% recycled material for a 43-foot catamaran.
Managing Workforce Transitions: How Manufacturing Can Navigate Retirements and Life Changes
Christina Fuges | Manufacturing Connected
As baby boomers retire and employees face personal challenges, manufacturers need effective succession planning and supportive workplace policies to maintain operations.
#workforcedevelopment
Nissan inicia producción de pick-ups y consolida a Aguascalientes como hub de producción
| Modern Machine Shop México
La planta de Nissan en Aguascalientes produce seis modelos destinados al mercado local y a la exportación.
Leistritz integra reciclaje y compounding en una etapa
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Leistritz presenta en Plastics Recycling LATAM 2026 extrusoras de doble husillo para integrar reciclaje y compounding en un solo proceso.
Tecnología de Erema para reciclaje eficiente
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Erema destaca en Plastics Recycling LATAM 2026 la tecnología INTAREMA TVEplus DuaFil Compact mejora la calidad del pellet reciclado.
Lack Enterprises acquires equity stake in IGCS International
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Lack’s polymer chemistry, plating, injection molding and advanced composites expertise will benefit IGCS’ work in U.S. aerospace and defense.
Eve advances eVTOL flight testing with prototype demo
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Focused on low-speed operations so far, the test program is expanding its envelope with propulsion, efficiency and noise performance with promising early results.
Composite resins price change report
| CompositesWorld
CW’s running summary of resin price change announcements from major material suppliers that serve the composites manufacturing industry.
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BMW’s patented flat storage system uses CFRP tanks for iX5 hydrogen
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Seven 700-bar Type 4 tanks connected in parallel store 7 kilograms of H2 extend range up to 750 kilometers and fit into same space as battery-electric option for multi-powertrain vehicle architecture.
10 Minutes to Influence U.S. Manufacturing Policy
Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing
U.S. manufacturing policy is being decided now—and it will directly affect your costs, supply chain, and competitiveness. Your voice can help shape what comes next. Complete the 2026 Reshoring Survey today to inform policymakers and strengthen U.S. manufacturing. All respondents receive final results for benchmarking purposes.
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Caracol partners with CNC Robotics to support U.K. customers
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
The partnership aims to enable local assembly and integration of Caracol’s large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) systems.
AGY, Saertex collaborate on high-performance glass fiber noncrimp fabrics
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
AGY high-strength S-2 Glass fiber will be integrated into a Saertex NCF to provide lightweight, high-strength glass fiber composites to meet aerospace, defense and industrial needs.
Gregg Virnig Joins Tolerance Tool as General Manager, Strengthening Beanstalk’s Family of Mold Builders and Operators
| MoldMaking Technology
Tolerance Tool today announced that Gregg Virnig has joined the company as General Manager and former GM Greg Kolbeck assumes the role of President.
Molding 2026 Opens Call for Papers
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Paper submissions for Molding 2026, which will be held this November in Greenville, South Carolina, are now open.