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.