Dürr CTS Launches as Standalone Environmental Tech Company 

| Products Finishing

Former Clean Technology Systems division of the Dürr Group strengthens its focus on air pollution control and noise abatement while driving future environmental solutions.

Pic of the Week: Rocket Nozzle Component Printed Using LFAM, EBAM

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

EBAM makes it possible to manufacture this upper section of an engine nozzle, the main source of thrust for descent during a mission to the Moon.

Building a Culture of Caring

| Production Machining

In the words of one Michigan machine shop’s president, it starts by identifying those who “give a sh*t.”

Angstrom Group Acquires Mantle To Drive Growth, Innovation in Toolmaking

Jann Bond | Plastics Technology

Investment will expand Mantle’s production capacity, strengthen partner network and accelerate deployment of hybrid additive-subtractive manufacturing systems.

A New Beginning for Polymers Without Ends

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Oboro Labs aims to scale production of cyclic polymers. 

Robots industriales en México: Top 10 mundial en instalaciones y stock

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En 2024, México instaló más de 5,600 unidades, alcanzando un stock operativo de 59,300 robots, superando a India y acercándose a Francia.

OMV Showcases Lightweighting and PEF Forming Technologies

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

New technologies advance OMV’s sustainability goals and efforts to move toward full recyclability of high-barrier packaging.   

Nuevos recubrimientos PHA para envases sostenibles

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

CJ Biomaterials presenta una nueva plataforma de recubrimientos PHA para papel y cartón, compostables y repulpables, diseñada para envases sostenibles.

Caron Engineering presenta adaptador que convierte husillos en sistemas inteligentes

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El DTect MT, de Caron Engineering, permite monitorear el estado del husillo en tiempo real a partir del análisis de señales de vibración, lo que ayuda a prevenir fallos y mejorar la eficiencia del mecanizado.

AZL Joint Partner Project to build holistic approach for TPC-driven pressure vessel design

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Design, manufacturing processes and material configurations will be sought through three work packages over a 9-month period through the combined efforts of participating engineers and decision-makers.

The Business Benefits of Using AI for Design

Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected

Artificial intelligence as a design tool can deliver more than a part’s geometry. How manufacturers can benefit.

En octubre repuntan los pedidos manufactureros en México

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Durante el décimo mes del año, el Indicador de Pedidos Manufactureros (IPM) se situó en la zona de expansión al alcanzar los 52.5 puntos.

FibreCoat, Lofith Composites form partnership to test ultra-resilient TPC materials in space

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

TPC satellite panels made from FibreCoat’s energy-saving coated fibers and Lofith’s low-water impregnation process will spend around 12 months in space starting in 2026 to test their performance.

Huber Advanced Materials increases prices for all product lines

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Price increase for additives, suppressants, thermal management solutions, specialty aluminum oxides and other products effective Jan. 1, 2026, seeks to mitigate U.S. tariff-related impact.  

Kennametal introduces Roco router line for enhanced composites milling

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Burr and downcut routers, paired with the company’s KCC05A grade, offer sharp cutting edges, minimal wear and reduced flaking.

AMPP Launches Knowledge Hub to Streamline Industry Access to Technical Resources

| Products Finishing

The dynamic digital platform unifies hundreds of thousands of expert-vetted resources and trusted content for corrosion control and protective coatings professionals.

X-59 supersonic aircraft makes first successful flight

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Initial flying qualities and air data performance were verified during the X-59’s flight, which will be expanded over the coming months by Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works and NASA.

PHOEBUS project makes progress on CFRP liquid oxygen, hydrogen upper stage tanks

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The ESA project has proven that linerless CFRP tanks for Ariane 6 rocket can handle the extreme temperatures of liquid H2 and O2, and are moving on to testing campaign for 2-meter and 3.5-meter tanks in 2026.

GOmill PRO Solid Carbide End Mills for Small to Medium-Sized Shops

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Designed for cutting steels, stainless steels and cast iron.  

Erowa Giant Tooling System Enhances High-Precision Heavy-Duty Machining

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Erowa Technology Inc. introduces the Giant Tooling System (GTS), designed for robust and efficient machining of large and heavy workpieces in demanding environments.

How Digital Twin Tools Can Help Improve Machining Processes

Derek Korn | Production Machining

CNC digitalization solutions can significantly increase efficiency and reduce costs for precision machine shops.

Post Cure: TFP supports high-performing UAV wing preform development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The AMRC’s UAV concept is a complex design and manufacturing challenge that provides a shareable testbed, demonstrating the institute’s ability to develop and refine its expertise through a digital thread.