Gardco Automated iShake Pro Supports Smooth Mixing Performance

| Products Finishing

Vibrational case shaker recognizes container size and automatically selects the shaking speed, time and clamping pressure, avoiding mistakes and ensuring each job runs smoothly.

All-in-One ISBM Machine for Hot-Fill, Returnable/Refillable PET Bottles

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

At K 2025, Nissei ASB shows off its first 1.5-step machine for PET bottles with preform injection, double-blowing and heat-setting.  

Cimatron integra diseño y mecanizado de moldes

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Meximold: Cimatron permite desarrollar moldes complejos en un entorno unificado que optimiza diseño, simulación, manufactura y gestión de cambios de ingeniería.

U.S. Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base Program, General Dynamics Electric Boat and Lincoln Electric Advance AM to Strengthen Submarine Production

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

The Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) Program, established in September 2024, strengthens and expands the industrial base that builds and maintains surface ships, aircraft carriers and submarines vital to national defense.
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Choosing the Right Robot for Your Plastics Manufacturing Application: 3-, 5-, or 6-axis?

| Plastics Technology

This guide from ARI helps you determine whether a 3-, 5- or 6-axis robot is best for your plastics manufacturing needs, outlining key use cases and expert tips for optimal performance.

How Industrial Molds Improved Precision Manufacturing with Smart Automation

| MoldMaking Technology

For over 50 years, Industrial Molds in Rockford, Illinois, has been building precision tooling. In 2005, the company adopted a new approach to remain competitive in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing.    

PLASTICS, SPE To Merge

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Unified organization to represent the entire plastics supply chain in a merger expected to be finalized by year-end.  
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EuCIA launches the European Rebar Council to drive FRP rebar market opportunity

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Composite rebar promotion and adoption goals form the backbone of this sectorial alliance, with four working groups to drive the Council’s activities.

Counterpoint releases white paper on the role of composites in future aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Collaboratively written with Hexcel, the white paper highlights the significance of aerocomposites, from a detailed analysis of aircraft lift-induced drag to real-world case studies of the Boeing 787, Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X.  

Hybrid system by Taniq combines filament winding, AFP

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The solution combines two key composites manufacturing processes in a single system, increasing design capabilities and manufacturing efficiency.

Addcomposites releases free professional composites design software suite

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Browser-based tools eliminate $320,000 annual licensing barriers, making advanced composite engineering accessible to 50,000-plus engineers and educational institutions worldwide.

Bedford highlights GFRP screenwall for robust security, containment solutions

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The screenwall, designed as perimeter protection, is ideal for secondary indoor or outdoor containment within the wastewater industry. 

Lockheed Martin Sikorsky receives 5-year contract to build up to 99 CH-53K helicopters

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Multiyear award from the U.S. Navy will ensure consistent deliveries of the heavy-lift composite helicopter between 2029-2034.

Flexible Benchtop Measurement Platform Delivers Accurate, Repeatable Inspections

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

The L.S. Starrett Co.’s AVR400 gives users the option to measure a broad range of part sizes or larger runs of multiple parts.  

Oerlikon HRSflow Debuts Hot Runners for Aesthetic Parts in Amorphous Resins - Hall 1 / C72

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking 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.

Gracious Executives, Rude Ones and Networking Friday

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

Sometimes setting yourself — and others — up for success, and maximizing both of your time takes some creative thinking and faith in the process.

hyperMILL MAXX Machining de Open Mind optimiza acabados complejos

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Meximold: El módulo hyperMILL MAXX Machining incorpora estrategias trocoidales y fresas de barril para reducir tiempos de mecanizado sin comprometer la calidad superficial.

All World Chiller Repair Ships 5,000th Unit—Continues Expanding Capabilities

| Modern Machine Shop

A down machine tool can cause major disruption to facility operations. With experienced technicians and extensive parts inventory, All World’s Chiller Repair department restores chillers to OEM spec in a matter of days.  

Post Cure: NFPA-rated carbon fiber composite fire truck pump for firefighting, energy industries

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Direct engine-driven systems or firetruck applications benefit from the lightweight, compact, high-volume centrifugal pump by KASE Pumping Systems.

Bio-Fed Launches Recyclate Range of Compounds

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Bio-Fed develops customized recycled compounds tailored to meet customer requirements. 
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Innovación y sustentabilidad, ejes de Engel en K 2025

| Plastics Technology México

De cara a la K 2025, Stefan Englader, CEO de Engel Group, conversó con la VDMA sobre los pilares de la innovación en la industria: la electrificación, la eficiencia energética y la IA, junto con sustentabilidad y economía circular.  

Cajaplax cumple 50 años y apuesta por sostenibilidad

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

La empresa mexicana de envases plásticos conmemora su aniversario con nuevos productos, tecnología de vanguardia y programas que impulsan el talento femenino y comunitario.