AkzoNobel Packaging Coatings Advances BPAni Solutions for Beverage Packing Industry

| Products Finishing

The Accelshield range for can bodies provides high-performance, bisphenol-free solutions for the Brazilian beverage market.

Industria automotriz y sector aeroespacial en México: fortalezas para 2026

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La producción de vehículos ligeros se estabilizó en 2025 tras un récord histórico, mientras el sector aeroespacial amplió sus capacidades con certificaciones y el crecimiento de clústeres regionales. Ambos sectores comparten una mayor exigencia en eficiencia operativa, trazabilidad y datos. El análisis utiliza cifras oficiales de producción, exportación y demanda interna para explicar el escenario de 2026 y su impacto en los proveedores industriales.

Flex Machine Tools Waterjet System Boosts Cutting Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Flex Machine Tools’ FlexJet FLX-1365 waterjet system features a four-head cutting head, designed for high-speed precision and customizable configurations.

At K 2025, Automation, AI All the Rage in Blown Film

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

New controls technology aims to minimize operator involvement and required expertise, while MDO technology continues to advance as well.  

Fluor Hands Over Train 2 of LNG Canada Project

| Valve Magazine

This marks the completion of the first phase of the Canadian mega-LNG project.

México y su papel en las importaciones estadounidenses: evolución reciente

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Un informe de Banxico indica que, si bien México ha perdido cierta participación en el mercado estadounidense del sector automotriz, las exportaciones totales a este país se han mantenido resilientes en 2025.

Plastic injection to composite overmolding: Evolving mold design for lightweight manufacturing

| CompositesWorld

Hybrid molding is increasing for faster, high-volume production of more integrated parts, but success requires process knowledge which includes new mold developments as processes converge.      

Low-Speed, High-Throughput Granulator Offers Cutting Configuration Flexibility

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Moretto introduces Hyper Cut grinders GR5060 and GR5084 to reduce noise and boost efficiency. 

MachineMetrics AI Tool Helps Solve Production Bottlenecks

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Max AI combines real-time machine data with operational context to answer complex production questions, generate visualizations and reports in seconds and trigger role-specific guidance.

Toray completes NCAMP qualification for Cetex low-melt PAEK 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Toray Advanced Composites builds consistency and performance of its fabric-based TPC material while broadening its industry adoption and streamlined integration into certified aircraft structures.

Alberta Innovates opens up carbon fiber research facility in Canada

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Edmonton facility is dedicated to accelerating carbon fiber from bitumen-derived feedstocks and its use in manufacturing.

Royal3D adapts DAC system inlet production to 3D printing process

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Recycled glass fiber-reinforced PET-G and 3D printing expertise minimizes waste, reduces weight and lead times for Carbyon Go’s direct air capture (DAC) systems.

Royal3D Adapts DAC System Inlet Production to 3D Printing Process

Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing

Carbyon Go’s direct air capture (DAC) systems now make use of 3D printed glass fiber-reinforced PET-G. The impact: 3D printing minimizes waste, reduces weight and shortens lead times. 

CAMX opens abstract submissions for 2026 speakers

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Submit a technical paper and/or education session abstract highlighting your innovations, research and technical insights by Feb. 11, 2026.

Uavos composites expertise to enhance Veda Aeronautics unmanned aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Through this partnership, Uavos’ composites manufacturing capabilities and Veda’s large‑scale local production will support current UAS programs in India.

People, Process, Progress

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Marion Wells, a member of MMT’s Editorial Advisory Board and founder of Human Asset Management shares her top MoldMaking Technology articles from the past year and discusses how this content has benefited her business.
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Reifenhäuser Blown Film Dies, Air Rings Combine To Boost Output

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

New products, when combined, are designed to increase output rate by up to 30% from industry standards.  

30 Under 30 Continues: A Rising Technical Leader Driving Innovation

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Mark Keller blends technical expertise, leadership, and continuous improvement to advance NyproMold’s operations, mentor future talent and strengthen the company’s industry reputation.

UDEM y Fundación Frisa impulsan la educación técnica con nuevo equipamiento industrial

| Modern Machine Shop México

La Universidad de Monterrey incorporó equipamiento industrial en los talleres de manufactura de sus preparatorias, donado por la Fundación Frisa, que incluía grúas industriales, accesorios, rectificadoras y equipos de metodología, entre otros.

Fast-Drying, Low-VOC Waterborne Primers Protect Against Rust

| Products Finishing

Novel waterborne primers are transforming steel fabrication and construction with faster drying times and sustainability benefits like low to no VOCs, addressing industry challenges.   

Reflecting on 2025 and Charting a Strong Path Forward

| Valve Magazine

One of my favorite times of year for VMA is the Annual Membership Meeting.

New Positioner for Safety Instrumented Systems

| Valve Magazine

IMI has launched a new high-performance digital pneumatic positioner for use in safety instrumented systems (SIS) to provide reliable safety functions for blowdown and emergency shutdown valve actuation in critical applications.