Global research teams propose standards for structural power composites
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Researchers have published a set of characterization and reporting protocols to accelerate the industrial adoption of SPCs, which combine structural strength with energy storage capabilities.
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Mako, PTM&W Industries launch HyperCure composite systems
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The Mako resin and adhesive system, paired with PTM&W’s comprehensive materials portfolio, deliver speed, strength and full U.S. supply chain compliance for composite UAS manufacturers.
Polestar 3 sets World Record for longest electric SUV journey on single charge
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Unmodified Polestar 3, which uses natural fiber composites in its interiors, achieves 935.44 kilometers on a single charge on U.K. public roads.
Piasecki launches Kargo II UAV featuring triple payload capacity
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Payload, drivetrain and performance enhancements will support a range of military and commercial missions.
AI-Powered Data Extraction and Visual Search to Benefit Injection Molders
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
VizSeek offers AI-powered data extraction and visual search. The software company highlights its shape search technology to professionals in injection molding.
Moldmaking Index Takes a Small Step Back to 48.8 in July
Mike Shirk | MoldMaking Technology
Market conditions hamper moldmaking momentum toward expansion.
Registration Opens for 2025 Top Shops Conference
| Production Machining
Unlock benchmarking insights, shop secrets, and a behind-the-scenes NASCAR tour, only at this year’s Top Shops Conference.
Covestro fortalece red de distribución en México con VPM
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Covestro y Vinmar Plastichem México suman fuerzas para ampliar la disponibilidad de policarbonatos en sectores automotriz, eléctrico y médico.
Measuring Tighter Tolerances With a 3-Point Precision Bore Gage
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
For lower volumes and a wide variety of bore checking, three-point (or tri-bore) gages offer a high-precision, cost-effective solution.
Oerlikon HRSflow Debuts Hot Runners for Aesthetic Parts in Amorphous Resins
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
The company will introduce its STARgate HRS valve-gate concept, Glow HRS line for direct injection of aesthetic parts in amorphous materials and Up Nozzle series with smaller pitches.
Switching From Liquid to Powder Coatings
| Products Finishing
For companies evaluating the benefits of adding a powder coating line to their existing coating operations or switching technologies altogether, there is a host of operational and performance factors to consider.
AM 101: 3D Printer Components
Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing
What is in a 3D printer? Well, it depends, but here are some common components.
Hasco Expands Offerings — Including 3D-Printed Hot Runners — at K
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
In addition to updates in cooling systems, slide retainers, chemical working substances and online ordering, Hasco will demo new advances for additive manufacturing in hot runners.
Centros de mecanizado de cinco ejes con automatización integrada
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
EMO: Hermle exhibirá sistemas completos con robots y manejo automatizado para aplicaciones exigentes en aeronáutica, automoción y dispositivos médicos.
Maximize your experience: CAMX 2025 exhibit previews, Part 1
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
This list of 90+ exhibitor previews solicited by CW offers a glimpse into the various technologies, emerging trends and solutions attendees should look for on the CAMX show floor.
Big Daishowa Rough Boring Head Streamlines Setup
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The twin-cutter SWS rough boring head provides simultaneous diameter adjustment to both cartridges.
Valves for Thermal Energy Storage Systems
| Valve Magazine
Durability, reliability and proper sizing are just a few considerations when selecting valves for building systems.
America Makes Announces Project Call Worth $1.7M
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Project presents a significant opportunity to enhance the AM supply chain by improving alignment with government acquisition requirements.
Custom Size-Reduction System Helps Goodwill Close Loop on Donated Plastic Products
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Goodwill Ontario Great Lakes (OGL) selects Ontario-based Rotogran for granulation.
Tenneco inaugura línea de producción en Aguascalientes
| Modern Machine Shop México
Con una inversión de 23 millones de dólares y la creación de 150 puestos de trabajo, la empresa Tenneco ha inaugurado una línea de producción en su planta de Aguascalientes.
NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #123.2: Pathway for Flexible Hybrid Electronics
| Products Finishing
This report focuses on a 3D printing methodology called confined electrochemical printing that enables on-demand metallic patterns, improving upon traditional electroplating’s highly predefined process.
Smartbeam develops HMS-embedded composite profiles for space
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Project goals adapted filament winding to properly integrate optical and carbon fiber sensors and meet technical requirements, resulting in a verified, simplified process for smart composite structures at reduced cost.