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LyondellBasell Installs Seven-Layer Cast Film Line at Cincinnati Tech Center
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Resin maker says the investment will allow it to develop and test cast film grades in “unprecedented” ways.
Understanding Screw Temperature in Single-Screw Extruders
| Plastics Technology
Screw temperature is almost never known because it's complex to get. Here, however, obtaining it provides extrusion process details, such as how the solid bed is pushed downstream and cooling the screw with increasing screw speeds.
Additive Manufacturing Is the Automation Option We've Been Overlooking
Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected
AM and automation are on similar trajectories to transform the nature of work within manufacturing facilities. Is it time to classify additive as automation?
#workforcedevelopment
All-Electric Shuttle Blow Molding Machine for Lower Production Needs
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
Kautex has launched an all-electric version of its updated KEB single-sided shuttle blow molding machine, supplementing the hybrid version.
ASTRO America Forges On-Island Engineering Partnership with Colorado School of Mines, University of Guam
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Under GAMMA initiative, program brings mechanical engineering degrees to the Indo-Pacific.
#workforcedevelopment
Manufactura de equipos tecnológicos mantiene crecimiento en México
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Industry News: Según datos de INEGI, hasta septiembre de este año, el valor de producción del subsector de Fabricación de equipo de computación, comunicación, medición y de otros equipos, componentes y accesorios electrónicos creció 8.9 % en su comparación anual.
Emerging Leaders Know Collaboration is Key
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Although most of this year’s Emerging Leaders didn’t anticipate a career in manufacturing, their impact on their companies and the industry in general has been significant.
ACMA announces product category rule for FRP rebar
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Consistent framework for measuring and communicating environmental impact helps FRP rebar manufacturers meet growing market and regulatory demands for transparency.
#regulations
Airbus formalizes A400M industrial deal with UAE’s Mubadala
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Established cooperation will expand national aerospace production and talent development in the UAE, with Mubdala’s composite aerostructure subsidiary Strata Manufacturing at the helm.
Covestro, XRG receive final outstanding regulatory approval for strategic partnership
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Together, both entities aim to redefine sustainability in the chemical and polymers industry through innovation, circularity and digital transformation.
Pratt & Whitney opens European Technology and Innovation Center in the Netherlands
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
ETIC will enable industry, academia and government collaboration on aircraft propulsion technology R&D, led by new initiatives with TU Delft and Netherlands Aerospace Group.
L3Harris breaks ground on Arkansas Advanced Propulsion Facilities
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
As part of its plans to expand industrial capacity of composites-intensive solid rocket motor production, the Camden site will house more than 20 buildings specializing in medium and large rocket motors.
Unwrap innovation with these composites-related holiday gifts
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Composites are not just for composites enthusiasts… they also make great gifts for friends, family, employees and colleagues leading up to the holiday season.
Technology trailblazers recognized at ATI Aerospace Technology & Innovation Awards 2025
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Awards for Airbus, Darvick, GKN Aerospace, iCOMAT, Safran Electrical and Power and Sora Aviation highlight work that is shaping net-zero aviation in the U.K.
ICS 2025 brings high-impact format with focus on business acceleration, global collaboration
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Starting tomorrow, Dec. 2, in the U.K., ICS features a strategic location move, focused format, hassle-free exhibiting, an international forum program and structured networking/matchmaking
Matlantis report indicates AI turning point for materials science
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Industry report, based on a survey of 300 U.S. researchers, finds materials and engineering R&D at an AI inflection point, signaling an urgent need for faster, trusted tools.
Dream Chaser spaceplane completes critical pre-flight milestones
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
High-speed tow trials, EMI checks and command link verification have advanced the reusable aircraft program toward its first runway landing in 2026.
NIAR wraps up structural testing for MQ-9B aircraft
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
GA-ASI’s remotely piloted composite aircraft completed its third lifetime since the program’s start in 2022, forming the basis for in-service inspections of structural aircraft components.
Perspectivas de la industria del plástico en 2026 según CIPRES
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
El balance anual de CIPRES identifica avances en la articulación sectorial y en la educación para el reciclaje, así como rezagos en la definición normativa y en la Ley de Economía Circular. Miguel Delgado, presidente de CIPRES, analiza los efectos del consumo, los retos de la gestión de residuos y la necesidad de reglamentos conjuntos.
eNET Software Update Provides Advanced Monitoring Features
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
eNET Monitoring & DNC’s eNET V10 software features fast report capabilities and enhanced ERP data integration.
CloudNC Software Streamlines Fixture Design
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
CloudNC’s Soft Jaw Designer reduces setup times for soft jaws.
Compact Surface Roughness Tester for Easy, Accurate On-Site Measurement
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
Advanced technology ensures accurate roughness evaluation, conforming to the latest ISO 21920 standards.