AkzoNobel AS7489-Certified Training Program to Raise Aerospace Coating Industry Standards

| Products Finishing

SAE International-qualified training structured across five levels supports measurable, portable and transparent professional certification.

Industria de moldes en México: el momento para el crecimiento y la competitividad

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Meximold 2025 confirmó el papel estratégico de México en la manufactura de moldes y troqueles. Con más de 140 expositores, el evento mostró una industria decidida a fortalecer su autonomía tecnológica y su integración al T-MEC. Empresas como Integrity Tool & Mold, Munchmeyer Calderón y Arger Molds expusieron estrategias de innovación, diversificación y resiliencia.

Power Generation at the Point of Need, Enabled by Additive Manufacturing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Hyliion is commercializing a generator that will enable efficient production of sustainable power, using a centuries-old idea that can now be fully realized through metal 3D printing.

Offerings of Three Companies, One Roof

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Three distinct companies under one roof deliver comprehensive solutions for moldmaking and plastics industries.

Machining More Than Metal

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Plastics for medical and industrial applications present different challenges than metals as I’ve reported on over the years.

¿Cómo influyen las estructuras multicapa en el rendimiento de los empaques flexibles?

| Plastics Technology México

La creciente exigencia de desempeño en empaques flexibles impulsa el uso de estructuras multicapa capaces de combinar resistencia, sellado y propiedades de barrera. Este análisis revisa los materiales base, las capas funcionales y procesos como la coextrusión, el laminado por extrusión y el metalizado, y evalúa su impacto en la sustentabilidad del empaque.

Farrel Pomini Compact System Billed as Ideal for WPC Processing

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Machine can be used to cost-effectively extrude composite decking by bypassing pellet milling.  

From Flow Science to Skilled Hands: A Moldmaking Ecosystem Thrives in Erie

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

In Erie, PA, a single hub combines advanced technology and services, education and hands-on training to drive innovation and secure the future of moldmaking and plastics.
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Husky Technologies Innovations in Packaging, Hot Runner, Medical Molding Solutions

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Husky showcases portfolio of solutions to support packaging, hot runner, medical markets.

CMH-17 releases new revision of Vol. 3 for “Polymer Matrix Composites” handbook

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Over 2,000 pages of peer-reviewed technical content represents 13 years of extensive revisions and numerous topic expansions covering the design, analysis, manufacture and field support of composite materials.

CANCOM 2026 brings together domestic, international composites players in Vancouver

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Canadian composites conference is taking place Aug. 10-13, 2026, spanning the full spectrum of composites research.

Sicomin bio-based SR GreenPoxy 550 wood and fiber resin demonstrates raceboat construction prowess

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Reformulated CMR-free epoxy system replicates legacy resin handling and performance properties, proving its bonding and laminating capabilities through the Greenscow racing yacht design.  

DLR rocket flight in ATHEAt program demonstrates CMC nose, movable body flaps

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Successful flight tests heat-resistant components and innovative sensor technologies.

NIAR video documents how FPP advances aerocomposites manufacturing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Using its Cevotec Sambo Pro system, the institution offers an instructional video for fiber patch placement (FPP) design, optimization and manufacturing of small complex parts at high rates.

Davis-Standard Invests in Tech, Service To 'Redefine Customer Experience'

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Machine builder invests in new technology, new customer-service program to address customer pain points.  

Cycle Inspect announces carbon fiber NDT certification program purpose-built for cycling industry

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Full certification targets bicycle MRO professionals, offering comprehensive composite material theory, UT and inspection training that aligns with ASNT standards.

Siemens 3D Scanner Software Enhances CNC Programming Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Optimize MyProgramming/3D Scanner software is a control-integrated solution for CNC programming that improves precision and reduces programming time.

PCS Company to Host Mold Maintenance Open House with iD Additives, Other Brands at Michigan Headquarters

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Expert presenters will share detailed insights into keeping molds in optimum condition. 

Farsoon Europe Opens Innovation Center in Sindelfingen

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

State-of-the-art facility is strategically designed to serve as a hub for driving the future of AM: develop scalable solutions, conduct custom R&D and partner locally to foster innovation.

Machining for Downstream Success

John Miller | Modern Machine Shop

Understanding the connection between surfaces, shapes and tolerances, and then designing your process with these nuances mind, is what separates a vendor from a partner.

Torno CNC compacto y automatizado para piezas pequeñas

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El modelo FCL-130RP, de Chevalier, integra un robot de pórtico y un diseño tipo cama inclinada para agilizar la producción de piezas pequeñas con alta precisión.

Shop Talk: Red Pencils, Erasers and Unexpected Promotions

| MoldMaking Technology

A rookie engineer struggles with an angle iron drawing, fails repeatedly and unexpectedly earns a promotion — leaving colleagues silent in disbelief.