Emuge-Franken Tools Produce Self-Locking Threads

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Emuge-Franken’s Threads-All / Aero Self-Lock Thread Mills feature helical flutes, multiple teeth and a TiAlN-T46 coating, making them well suited for demanding industry applications such as aerospace.

How Small and Midsized Injection Molders Can Increase Efficiency and Protect Margins

| Plastics Technology

Injection molding profitability won’t be determined by who owns the newest equipment, but by who executes fundamentals with discipline — standardized startups, visible downtime and root‑cause process control.

MGS Acquires European Medical Injection Molder Knudsen Plast

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

Deal enhances MGS' ability to support European customers with expanded cleanroom capacity, injection molding expertise and regional supply chain access.

Methods Machine Tools Appoints VP of Aftermarket

| Production Machining

Methods Machine Tools Inc. hires Jon Casten to lead post-sale operations and enhance customer support.

Tooling Excellence Drives Sustainability and Performance

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Proactive in-house mold maintenance extends tool life beyond industry standards, reducing waste while delivering exceptional precision, efficiency and long-term value for customers.

Laser PET Preform Heating Proves Itself at Refresco

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

After a year in production, a major bottler and one of the first users of Sidel’s new laser heating technology validates its quality and productivity advantages.

TeXtreme | Oxeon AB Wide Spread Tow UD Tapes achieve thinner laminates, direct integration

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Learn more about the company’s UD tape technology that produces thinner laminates, achieves enhanced mechanical performance and simplifies UD production using existing infrastructure.

Modernización y adaptación: claves del sector plástico en 2026

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Durante el foro de ANIPAC, expertos evalúan la sobrecapacidad de resinas y la importancia de las reglas de origen en el T-MEC para blindar al sector mexicano en 2026.

ISTMA amplía alianzas y lanza iniciativas estratégicas para impulsar a la industria de herramentales

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

ISTMA llevó a cabo su Asamblea General Mundial, donde se aprobaron los informes de gestión y el plan de actividades 2026.

Slack & Parr high-precision metering pumps target CMC, low-viscosity resins

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Slack & Parr demonstrates how its metering technologies are responding to composites manufacturing challenges, from very low-viscosity resins and polymers to high-temp special materials like CMC.

Dillon Pie Jaws Provide Maximum Contact Area for Reliable Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Dillon’s full-grip jaws provide a solid gripping surface which yields more friction for drive with reduced part distortion.

Plant tour: Haddy, St. Petersburg, Fla., U.S.

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

The first LFAM microfactory using composites transforms supply chains, enables local manufacturing and circularity across industries.  

People in composites: February 2026

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New hires and promotions serving the composites industry have been announced by Composites One, Cygnet Texkimp, AOC, Radia, Anemoi and KraussMaffei.

Herramientas que dominan el reto del mecanizado difícil

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Este artículo presenta una guía práctica para seleccionar herramientas de corte al mecanizar materiales complejos, con criterios aplicables en taller y ejemplos de seis fabricantes.

FibreCoat unveils EV battery case featuring AluCoat aluminum-coated fibers

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: FibreCoat and partners Coleitec and Forward Engineering display an HP-RTM-processed prototype that successfully validates industrial readiness.

Johns Manville Engineered Products spotlights fiberglass, nonwoven solutions

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Visitors are invited to stop by the booth, connect with the JM team and participate in technical discussions in the familiar setting of the JM Sports Bar in Paris.

ZAG UBAC 95 touring ski goes bio-based with Sicomin SR GreenPoxy80

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Collaborating with Sicomin since 2015, ZAG Ski’s progressive redesigns have resulted in a prototype product that features 80% bio-based content and is compatible with industrial production.

EuCIA promotes the European Circular Composites Alliance, highlights sustainability projects and initiatives

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Comprising European national composites associations and industry-specific sector groups, the EuCIA is presenting ECCA alliance objectives, participating in various events and is touching on various R&I projects.

DuPont presents Kevlar EXO for high-performance composite applications

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

DuPont Specialty Products Operations is highlighting its aramid innovation Kevlar EXO, “a completely reimagined fiber” delivering high strength, flexibility, durability and flame resistance.

Michelman introduces single sizing solution for chopped, continuous fiber

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Michelman highlights the Hydrosize 1202 sizing system for simplified composites operations, as well as UHMWPE binders and high-temp sizing development programs.

Polyshot Announces Strategic Partnership with Witosa GmbH to Bring Advanced Hot Runner Systems to North America

| MoldMaking Technology

Polyshot, a provider of hot runner systems and injection molding solutions in the United States, is proud to announce a new partnership with Witosa GmbH.

Destacan importancia de fortalecer la coordinación entre los clústeres automotrices

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Durante la VII Asamblea Anual de la REDCAM 2026, los clústeres que integran esta red destacaron la importancia de impulsar la competitividad del sector en un entorno global cada vez más dinámico.