Kirchhoff inaugura planta en Guanajuato con tecnología especializada para el sector automotriz

| Modern Machine Shop México

Con una inversión de 60 millones de dólares, Kirchhoff inauguró una planta especializada en la producción de autopartes para el sector automotriz.

Wittmann Plans 7 Injection Molding Machine Displays - Booth XX

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

MacroPower and EcoPower debut with micro, closure, 2K, LSR, vertical molding and more.

Conectividad modular para fabricantes de herramientas

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

EMO: El sistema Aims Connect, de Anca, permite integrar procesos de manufactura de herramientas mediante una arquitectura simple y escalable.

Nueva ley CIRCLE Act 2025 impulsa el reciclaje en EE. UU.

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La Asociación de la Industria del Plástico apoya el proyecto CIRCLE Act 2025 que busca impulsar el reciclaje y fortalecer la economía circular en Estados Unidos.

AI and Tiebarless Debuts for Engel - Booth XXX

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

The latest generation of its electric tiebarless victory injection molding machines, inject AI process assistance and AI-powered machine support via its e-connect portal, will debut at K 2025.

Okuma America Expands Executive Leadership Group

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The company has appointed Dominick Patriarca to the role of senior vice president of corporate strategy.

America Makes Announces $450K Composite AM Structures Project Call

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

The DoD has prioritized CFAM for its ability to produce robust, lightweight parts by combining plastics with long fibers such as carbon or fiberglass, delivering high performance.

Episode 52: Chad Duty, IACMI

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

In this special National Composites Week installment of CW Talks, Chad Duty, CEO of IACMI, the composites institute, discusses the institute’s 10th anniversary, its mission in the industry and rising to meet the challenges and opportunities facing the composites industry today.
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Xitadel XIPA imparts more intelligent CAE simulation workflows

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Automated preprocessing, FE model building and postprocessing are powered through machine learning and Gen AI tools, supporting enhanced speed, accuracy and efficiency.

Overcoming Pain Points in Moldmaking with AI

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Shops that embrace AI as a tool, not a threat, can enhance efficiency, preserve expertise, and attract tech-savvy talent.

Optimizing Adaptive Sensor Feedback For Low-Pressure Molding

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Moldex 3D highlights its adaptive sensor for evaluating and optimizing feedback via innovative processes with simulation.      

Split Tables Overcome Limits of Static Service Benches

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Split tables optimize maintenance for injection molders with features engineered to reduce repair time.

Reducing Material Use and Overspray

| Products Finishing

Looking for applicators or process improvements for reducing material use and overspray? Binks offers helpful advice for searching out new solutions.

Steady Output, Slight Gains in July Offer Cautious Optimism for Plastics

Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology

The GBI remains below the growth threshold of 50, but the past four months point to a gradually improving business outlook. 
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Sistema multi conexión será destacado por Meusburger en Meximold

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Meusburger presenta en Meximold 2025 su sistema de multiconexión, diseñado para optimizar cambios de molde y mejorar la seguridad en inyección.  

National Composites Week 2025: Infrastructure and construction

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

CW looks back on key stories over the past year that showcase how composites’ structural performance, light weight and other advantages exemplify this year’s NCW theme — “Performance with Purpose” — in infrastructure and construction applications.

Tecnologías integradas para reciclaje de Coperion y Herbold en K 2025

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

En la K 2025, Coperion y Herbold Meckesheim exhibirán tecnologías para reciclaje y transformación de plásticos, con foco en eficiencia, calidad y sostenibilidad.  

Ceratizit Milling Tool Minimizes Machining Vibrations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Ceratizit’s MonsterMill milling tools provide smooth cutting action in difficult-to-machine alloys.

Trelleborg Invests in Innovation Center and Tool Shop Remodel

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

Trelleborg Medical Solutions plans a 45,000-square-foot Innovation Center and is expanding its tool room to include more Swiss-machining and injection molding.

La feria K 2025 ofrecerá tours guiados para visitantes

| Plastics Technology México

Durante la feria K 2025 habrá recorridos gratuitos en alemán e inglés que conectarán a profesionales y estudiantes con las últimas tendencias en plásticos y caucho.

Centro universal con sistema rotativo de almacenamiento

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

EMO: Grob-Werke integrará su centro G550T con soluciones de automatización para aumentar la autonomía y el rendimiento.

Machined Part Geometry Measurement

Tony Schmitz | Modern Machine Shop

Uncertain about uncertainty? Having trouble remembering the difference between accuracy and precision? Read on to review key metrology terms relevant to the ISO Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement (ISO GUM).