National Composites Week 2025: Space

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

Commemorating the theme “Performance With Purpose,” CW has gathered key stories over the last year that exemplify how composites have progressed space exploration and satellite programs.

Boy Extends All-Electric Series and Launches Servo-Hydraulic Line

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

The Boy 20 E PRO will debut in Düsseldorf, succeeding the Boy 22 A PRO, while the Boy Electric line adds its largest press with 112 tons of clamp force.

MFTECH makes improvements to MF3 automated filament winder 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Compact robotic winder supports optimized filament winding operations and machine use with fixed material feeding for process stability.

Gear Surface Texture Is More Important Than Ever

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

The interactions of gear surfaces are becoming increasingly important in applications such as automotive electric motor drive systems and aircraft turbines.

Kistler Highlights New Assembly System and Optical Inspection Alongside Pressure Sensors

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

Focusing on medical and electronics production, Kistler will feature cavity pressure sensors, technology for process optimization and quality monitoring, a new assembly system and an optical inspection machine at K.
#electronics

In the News: Custom Material Services on the Rise

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Manufacturers seeking new or custom metal alloys for AM have a growing number of options for sourcing these materials. We recently reported on the Advanced Metallic Production and Processing (AMPP) services provided by LIFT for medium-sized batches of materials; meanwhile, Amazement has launched Atomization Service, its new on-demand business for small batches of custom metal powders.

Automatización flexible para máquinas de bajo volumen

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

EMO: Hurco presenta soluciones móviles de automatización para centros CNC de producción en lotes pequeños.

Dry Ice Energy Cleaning Machines for Quick, Residue-free Cleaning

Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology

Dry ice cleaning technology is ideal for delicate components and sensitive surfaces.

Arburg's K Focus: Sustainability, Digitalization, Automation

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

With some debuts still under wraps at press time, Arburg says attendees will find answers to pressing questions around sustainability, digitalization and automation at its K 2025 booth. 

Engineering-Driven Injection Molding Company Delivers Precision and Quality

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Accudyn provides precision injection molding and tooling solutions through advanced engineering, zero-defect manufacturing and comprehensive technical services since 1997.

SMW Autoblok Clamping Modules Include Automation-Ready Features

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The APS 138 zero-point clamping modules enable high-speed part changeover, full automation support and high machining accuracy across turning, milling and grinding operations.

Sumitomo (SHI) Demag Plans for ‘Electric’ K 2025 - Booth #

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

Debuts include an all-electric multicomponent IntElect 350t combined with a SAM-C20 robot and two high-speed PAC-E machines targeting high-speed packaging applications.

Südpack presenta envases sostenibles en la K 2025

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La compañía alemana lanzará en la K 2025 su línea Pure Line, envases reciclables de PP y PE que reducen CO₂ y mantienen propiedades de barrera para alimentos frescos.  

Production Machining's August 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s August 2025 news highlights include industry events, new facilities, company milestones and leadership team expansions. 

Uavos composite curing ovens are awarded conformity certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New line of products have passed Technical Testing Institute TSÚ Piešťany’s rigorous evaluation process.

Submit technical paper, ITAR presentation abstracts for SAMPE 2026 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SAMPE is now accepting formal written research papers and ITAR submissions for its 2026 conference and exhibition in Seattle, with abstracts due by Sept. 22, 2025.

IACC NODE, Lamáquina enable functional 3D printed composite boat

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Asket, the student team’s first project, is a custom, one-piece vessel featuring a 3D printed hull, real-time sensor function and adaptive robotic control.

Janicki Industries launches expansion with 162,000-square-foot facility in Washington

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The new Hamilton facility, equipped with advanced tools like a large autoclave, and AFP machine and expanded clean rooms, boosts Janicki’s ability to deliver complex aerospace composites at greater scale.

DataIntelo Electrocoating Market Analysis Predicts Significant Growth

| Products Finishing

DataIntelo forecasts the global electrocoating market to reach $5.4 billion by 2032, driven by demand in automotive and industrial applications.
#economics

Understanding Type I and Type II Errors in Precision Machining

David Wynn | Production Machining

The impact of statistical decisions on quality.

Wittmann Plans 7 Injection Molding Machine Displays - Booth XX

Tony Deligio | MoldMaking Technology

MacroPower and EcoPower debut with micro, closure, 2K, LSR, vertical molding and more.

"AM Isn't the Future. It's Now." Q&A with Marle Tangible

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

For CEO Adam Clark, additive manufacturing is a current production method, not a future promise. The cofounder of this implant manufacturing company shares business advice and insights in this interview.