Trumpf Additive Manufacturing Rebrands as Atlix Ahead of Formnext

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Name change marks the start of a new chapter for the company which has been carved out of TRUMPF Group in the last months.

Twisted acquires carbon fiber specialist KS Composites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The deal marks a major step forward in Twisted’s long-term growth strategy, which is to strengthen its position in the premium automotive and marine sectors.

Aria Composites Technologies subsidiary launches with focus on composites for transportation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Aria Group’s more than 30 years of composites expertise builds the foundation of this standalone company and its first composite chassis program.

Orbex makes part setup 900% faster for key composite parts ahead of inaugural rocket launch

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The introduction of MSP metrology products have ensured right-first-time machining for Orbex as it ramps up production of its carbon fiber Payload Avionic Module.

Airbus Helicopters France aims to adopt Airborne composites automation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Automated ply placement (APP) and Kit by Light (KBL) will be applied to ramp up productivity of the factory’s composite helicopter blades and hub structures for Airbus helicopter models.

CSP launches TCA Float ultra-low density material for automotive body panels

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

The new sheet molding compound (SMC) material is said to reduce part weight by up to 25% while maintaining mechanical properties and Class A surface finish.

Exel Composites adopts bio-based UPR resin at commercial scale 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Purchase of Polynt bio-based resin delivers 20% cut in CO2 footprint for composites manufacturers, builds Exel’s efforts to give customers more sustainable options.

Incorporating Automation into EDM

Julia Hider | MoldMaking Technology

Adding automation to EDM can provide long periods of unattended machining or be used in a closed-loop cell, while EDM control features can automate electrode design and process parameters.

Regen Fiber earns 2025 Excellence in Concrete Award

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The composites recycler was recognized at the Iowa Better Concrete Conference for its sustainable practice of applying recycled fibers as partial replacement in concrete.

Creative Composites Group adds FRP pipe pile sizes to StormStrong offerings

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

FRP pipe piles give engineers more design flexibility to meet the needs of increasing infrastructure activity and government initiatives for sustainable construction.

ZeroAvia is selected for €21 million EU grant application to deliver H2 aircraft network in Norway

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Cessna Caravan aircraft retrofitted with ZA600 powertrains and established supporting airport hydrogen fuel technologies will introduce zero-emissions aircraft to the European Economic Area in 2028.

REFRESH project successfully produces wind blade section from recovered fibers 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Laboratory testing has shifted to a real component, which partly consists of recovered glass fibers recovered from other EOL wind blades.

How to Put AI to Work in EDM

| MoldMaking Technology

AI streamlines EDM with dashboards, NFC integration, data extraction, wire cutter design, G-code optimization and tool setter enhancements.

Arburg Xperts impulsa la innovación en empaques rígidos

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

El Packaging Learning Day reunió a especialistas para debatir sobre eficiencia, digitalización y sostenibilidad en el segmento de empaques rígidos en México.

Tormach CNC Lathe Supports Aggressive Cuts in Tough Materials

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Tormach Inc. introduces the 15LX CNC Lathe, offering enhanced horsepower, rapid feed rates and advanced control for modern machining environments.

The Protection Business

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

The humble combination cap and plug gave Caplugs a cornerstone product and a name, but 75 years later the company has grown to encompass so much more. 

In the News: Farsoon Europe Opens Innovation Center

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The Sindelfingen, Germany, facility will serve as the company’s European headquarters and a hub for industrial AM development. The impact: The site will help customers achieve series production readiness, supply chain resilience and more. 

Best Technology Automates Passivation System for High-Volume Metal Finishing

| Products Finishing

Introduction of a rail-mounted gantry automation for passivation and surface finishing provides consistency and efficiency for regulated manufacturing environments.

TJ Davies Coolant Tubes Enhance Toolholder Performance

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

TJ Davies Co. Inc.’s line of coolant tubes and wrenches designed for HSK toolholders are available in sizes from HSK-25 to HSK-125.

Expansion streak continues for Composites Fabricating Index

Mike Shirk | CompositesWorld

A reading almost level with September indicates continued positive conditions for the composites market.

Inspection Data Drives Engineering Insights

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

For Flying S, Verisurf is more than inspection software — it’s a source of data for engineering, manufacturing and customers, as well as a common platform to communicate that data.  

Cuatro empresas avanzan en la sustitución de importaciones en Nuevo León

| Modern Machine Shop México

A través del Programa de Sustitución de Importaciones, cuatro empresas del estado recibirán ayudas para fortalecer las cadenas de suministro de los sectores automotriz, energético y de herramental.