Top 11 winners of JEC Composites Innovation Awards 2026

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Winners exemplify the breadth of composites innovation spanning recycling, renewable energies, aerospace, automotive and marine sectors. 

E-Learning Composites Academy forms composites training alliance with India’s LICT

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Digital pedagogy and hands-on technical reality curriculum will accelerate composites manufacturing knowledge transfer and empower India-based professionals and companies.

Focus on Process Optimization – Expansion of the Multi-Coupling System

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

The expanded service portfolio offers flexible solutions for a wide range of temperature control applications.

Nikon Digital Camera for Microscopes Enables High-Definition Imaging

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Nikon Corp. introduces the Digital Sight 100 digital camera, which offers high-level color reproducibility and compatibility with industrial microscopes and measuring microscopes.

Making the Most of Your Metrology

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Metrology peripherals can help your shop develop useful new capabilities and improve your throughput. But effective improvements require more than just equipment — Ken Myers of Mitutoyo discusses the technology, software and philosophy behind better metrology workflows.

Foresight inaugura planta automotriz en Aguascalientes

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La nueva planta de Foresight fortalece la cadena automotriz con procesos avanzados de inyección y ensamble.

Building Visibility, Efficiency and Capability at The Plastek Group

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

A recent visit to the company’s U.S. headquarters showcased how investments in equipment, digital scheduling and employee wellness are positioning this mold builder and molder for continued growth.

Hasco Promotes Büngers to CEO

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

German mold component giant taps former EVP, who played a "decisive role" in shaping the company's ongoing global development, as its new CEO.

Electroerosionadora de hilo Mitsubishi MV4800-ST para piezas grandes

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El modelo MV4800-ST, de Mitsubishi, permite electroerosión por hilo en piezas sumergidas de hasta 813 mm de altura, ideal para aplicaciones de gran tamaño en moldes.

From PMCs to sandwich composites: Tracing the path of test method standardization

Dan Adams | CompositesWorld

Over the decades, progression of PMC and sandwich composite test method development and standardization has been shaped by the requirements of the composites industry.

Arburg Names New CEO

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

The German maker of injection molding machines announced that Volker Nilles will fulfill the role held by Gerhard Böhm, who is retiring.

Kennametal Solid Carbide End Mills Enhance Versatility, Cost Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Kennametal Inc. introduces the GoMill Pro solid carbide end mill lineup, designed for general engineering, transportation, energy and medical shops cutting steels, stainless steels and cast iron.

Balancing Cost, Precision and Speed in Label Application for Manufacturers

| Products Finishing

Modern paint masking solutions offer reliability and process simplicity.

Cypet Highlights Progress in Large Blow-Molded PET Containers

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

1,000-L PET water tanks and IBCs are in advanced development, and a 15-L stackable container with integral handles made its debut at K 2025.

Using Simulation To Anticipate, Correct Core Deflection in Injection Molding

| Plastics Technology

Miniaturized components require deep, narrow cavities formed by thin cores. Use simulation to predict/prevent core deflection by optimizing gate location and anticipating potential wear and failure for components.

Rego Fix anuncia nuevos nombramientos en su equipo directivo para Norteamérica

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Los cambios en la estructura directiva buscan fortalecer las áreas de operaciones, ingeniería y soporte técnico en Estados Unidos y Canadá.

Markus Büngers Named New Hasco CEO

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

With his previous roles at renowned industrial companies, Büngers possesses extensive international management experience.

Thermwood launches You Betcha video series 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Each episode is designed to be informative, approachable and rooted in real production needs, offering clear, practical insight into what Thermwood CNC machining systems can do.

Matrix Plastic Products Triples Floorspace With Expansion

Loraine DeBonis | Plastics Technology

The facility, which includes 88,000 square feet of manufacturing space, will support scalable production, cleanroom manufacturing and NPI projects.

The CFO Advantage: Strategic Financial Leadership for Manufacturing Growth

Christina Fuges | Manufacturing Connected

Two manufacturing leaders share how fractional CFOs transformed their businesses with better cash flow, banking relationships and financial planning.
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An Integrated Desktop Approach to Mold Production, Including 3D Printing

Christina Fuges | Additive Manufacturing

Versatile and scalable additive, machining and molding systems optimize moldmaking operations and support training initiatives.

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

| GROW

We hear this adage frequently and it is based on a motivational book which was published in early 2000s.  Teamwork is certainly a universal component of Gardner; many departments, collaborating and working closely on all aspects of our media output.  I wanted to share a particular recent teamwork event and do some serious bragging here . . . As you know, MoldMaking Technology is now a 6x frequency magazine.  Christina, Jann and Aimee had the tricky task of working editorial around the first issue of 2026, always challenging.  The sales staff work diligently emailing contracts to their clients in hopes of being approved for the new year.