Auburn University grows composites research, programs and capabilities via CF3D Enterprise cell

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Auburn’s Applied Research Institute is strengthening its hypersonic initiatives with Continuous Composites and its engagement with government, industry and defense partners. 

AAMMC Tech Hub competes for $220 million implementation grant

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Tech Hub proposes a pathway from innovation to production in the Inland Northwest through large-format composites prototyping, process validation and workforce training in one consolidated ecosystem.

Big Dog Adhesives launches Reload adhesive system with reusable cartridges

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Foil-based technology reduces waste, improves workflow efficiency and maintains precise two-component ratio control for composites bonding.

IC-CNR, ENEA use Avizo Software for CT porosity analysis of CFRP

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Project demonstrates efficiency of X-ray NDT for composite material structural analysis in monolithic and sandwich materials.

Mel Composites delivers hull infusion for Técnico Solar Boat project’s hydrogen-powered boat

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The São Gabriel 01, a culmination of the Portuguese student team’s hydrofoiling vessel expertise and Mel’s bespoke composites package, will race in upcoming international competitions.

SPE ACCE 2026 is now open for papers, sponsors and exhibitors

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Composites remain central to solving the technical demands of next-gen transportation and advancing mobility headed into 2026, the central theme to next year’s technical program.

México se mantiene como el mayor mercado de exportación de Estados Unidos

| Modern Machine Shop México

El Consejo Coordinador Empresarial informó que México consolida su posición como el mayor mercado de exportación de Estados Unidos, fortaleciendo los lazos económicos de América del Norte.

Sabic amplía capacidad de oligómeros PPE para IA y 5G

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La ampliación de la capacidad de Sabic en oligómeros PPE busca garantizar un suministro ágil para PCB y reforzar su oferta de materiales avanzados para IA y 5G.  

ABB Robotics' AI Assistant Enhances Robot Programming

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

ABB Robotics introduces the RobotStudio AI Assistant, leveraging generative AI to simplify robot programming and boost productivity for users across industries.

Vericut 9.6 incorpora flujos de trabajo con inteligencia artificial

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La última versión del software Vericut, 9.6 integra herramientas de inteligencia artificial y mejoras orientadas a la productividad para simplificar flujos de mecanizado y optimizar la colaboración en planta.

Composites end markets: Industrial (2026)

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Composites solve performance, weight, durability challenges and more in a variety of industrial applications. Recent notable examples include fire truck pumps, biogas reactor tanks and shipping pallets.

Gulf Carbon Fiber Industries to build $120+ million composites line in Qatar

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Line producing carbon fiber, composite tanks for CNG and H2 and other high-value products will build up the Middle East’s energy, mobility and industrial application capabilities.

LS Mtron IMM Expands Chicago Facility

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

The maker of injection molding machines has expanded its technical center outside of Chicago, taking over an entire building it had shared since 2018.

Módulos de sujeción SMW Autoblok APS 138 listos para automatización

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Los módulos de sujeción de punto cero APS 138-E y APS 138-I, de SMW Autoblok, ofrecen repetibilidad inferior a 0.005 mm, alta rigidez y compatibilidad universal con otros sistemas de punto cero.

Double-Sided Exchangeable Tip Drill

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

More diameters for Walter's exchangeable tip drill with two cutting edges.  

Hubbard-Hall Acquires Assets of JSA/Metalline

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Hubbard-Hall expands geographic reach, prioritizing customer service, providing hands-on technical support and strengthening strategic alliances with key suppliers.

What Makes High-Volume Machining Different?

John Miller | Modern Machine Shop

The same principles that make a good low-volume process also make a good high-volume process. The difference is that production requires you to be intentional everywhere you used to rely on instinct.

Joint Project Proves Suitability of Snow Jet Cleaning Technology

Jessica Pompili | Products Finishing

A joint project investigated the material compatibility of the QuattroClean snow jet cleaning technology on product surfaces typically found in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors.

VIDEO: From Basement Beginnings to 3D Printing Success

Julia Hider | MoldMaking Technology

Zero Tolerance grew from humble beginnings into a moldmaking powerhouse by blending traditional machining with innovative plastic and metal 3D printing.  

Free Educational Opportunities at PTXPO 2026

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

In addition to equipment displays and demos from the industry’s leading suppliers to meet your production needs, this March PTXPO will offer free educational resources to pad your plastics IQ.
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Siemens Unveils Affordable Solution for Small and Medium Business Operations

| Valve Magazine

For SMB manufacturers navigating today's complex production landscape, the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio offers a transformative solution.

Acceligence, Cetma DiMAT pilot project proves UAV concept development for SMEs

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Digital twin technologies, high-fidelity simulation development and use of more sustainable materials de-risk and enable design to validation of UAV composite structures more rapidly, lowering entry barriers.