Bcomp ampliTex makes structural, visual strides in Indian moto-scooter concept

| CompositesWorld

Ather Energy, an India-based electric scooter brand, integrates flax fibers into experimental, two-wheel concept vehicle Redux.

Invista and Epoch Biodesign Collaborate on PCR Nylon

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Invista will test repolymerization of monomers produced by enzymatic recycling.

Mold Validation Cart Confirms Cooling Line Flow Outside of Molding Machines

| MoldMaking Technology

Mold builders can bench test and document cooling line target flow rates using the portable Mold Validation Cart from Smartflow.

The Legendary Moldmaker T-Shirt is Back for 2026!

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MoldMaking Technology's iconic Top 10 t-shirt returns at PTXPO 2026 — grab your free shirt celebrating what makes moldmakers uniquely awesome!

Metal-Polymer Sheets Could Provide Coating Option, Powder Alternative

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Thin sheets of material developed and manufactured by Addicoat could enable the next wave of surface finishing and part construction by removing the challenges of working with loose metal powders. 

Sedema anuncia fechas 2026 del Mercado de Trueque

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

El Mercado de Trueque 2026 visitará distintos puntos de la Ciudad de México para promover el reciclaje, el consumo responsable y la cultura ambiental.  

Manufactura de Nuevo León enfrenta escasez de personal técnico

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

La industria de Nuevo León se enfrenta a un déficit persistente de técnicos, por lo que CAINTRA urge a fortalecer la educación técnica.

Centro de mecanizado YCM RX65+ de cinco ejes mejora rigidez y exactitud

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El RX65+ combina estructura de fundición Meehanite, husillo de 18,000 rpm y mesa basculante tipo trunnion para mecanizado de alta precisión en industrias de elevado rendimiento.

Wickert thermoforming press for aircraft structural components increases output up to 80%

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Attendees can learn more about Wickert’s semi-automated press concept that is faster, more efficient, flexible and ergonomic than its previous offerings.

Volocopter optimizes eVTOL supply chain as key strategy to success

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Completed supply chain realignment will accelerate R&D and production for VoloCity and VoloXPro, while a focus on scalability and safety ensures as-planned certifications by 2026-2027.

ORNL, UMaine researchers harness “mini tornado” tech to improve cellulose nanofiber production

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Efficient, larger-scale cellulose nanofiber drying boosts quality and scalability for construction, marine and automotive industries looking for low-cost, low-energy natural materials.

Matrix Triples Its Footprint, Putting Moldmaking at the Center of Medical Manufacturing Growth

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Matrix Plastic Products’ facility expansion strengthens in-house moldmaking, cleanroom molding and engineering integration, enabling more complex medical tools and supporting next-generation minimally invasive and robotic-assisted devices.

Green Materials Conference 2026 presents European materials science advancements

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Attend the 3rd International Conference on Materials for a Green Future from March 16-18 in Austria to explore sustainable polymers, ceramics, composites and more with global experts.

RAMPF is chosen to manufacture Cavorite X7 prototype eVTOL main body

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Canada’s Horizon Aircraft looks locally to RAMPF Composite Solutions for the engineering of its full-scale aircraft prototype.

Falcon 10X jet rollout is set for March 2026

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dassault Aviation’s unveiling marks the next milestone in the ultra-long-range business jet program, which features a high-speed, long-range carbon fiber wing design.

NCC confirms Large Structures Innovation Centre site, announces Vestas as launch partner

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Purpose-built space located on the Isle of Wight is underway to allow companies to carry out full-scale composite structure trials, develop new manufacturing methods and build practical readiness across the supply chain.

GWEC insights place wind energy at the center of future economic development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

According to 2025 data, wind energy has become the go-to renewable energy globally, with an 8.8% forecast raise for 2025 wind installation, leading growth in Asia and 2-TW capacity by 2030.
#economics

Portabrocas y portachaflanes T-A Pro de Allied reducen cambios de herramienta

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La ampliación de la línea T-A Pro incorpora portabrocas que permiten taladrar y chaflanar en una sola operación, lo que disminuye tiempos de ciclo y operaciones secundarias.

How Manufacturing CEOs Are Rebuilding Strategy Amid Tariffs and Talent Gaps

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

Tariffs, shifting costs and talent gaps are reshaping the math for small and midsized manufacturers. Mike Sibley explains how smart CEOs are reworking pricing, workforce and investment decisions instead of waiting for stability.
#economics #workforcedevelopment

Platinum Tooling Collets, Guide Bushings Optimized Turning Operations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc. distributes Tecnicrafts Industries’ precision collets and guide bushings, designed for Swiss-type CNC lathes and various turning applications.

AMAPLAST participará en Expo Plásticos 2026 con tecnología italiana

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

AMAPLAST participará en Expo Plásticos 2026 con un stand institucional orientado a promover maquinaria, equipos y moldes para plástico y caucho en el mercado mexicano. México representó en 2024 el tercer destino de exportación de Italia del sector, con suministros por cerca de 230 millones de euros.

Shop-Floor Initiations: The Stories You Shared (and Why We Want More)

| MoldMaking Technology

From spotting blue to box stretchers, these shared stories show how harmless shop pranks build belonging, humility and lifelong manufacturing memories.