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MAAG Group completa compra de SIKORA AG
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
MAAG Group finaliza la adquisición de SIKORA AG para ampliar su presencia global y ofrecer soluciones innovadoras a diversas industrias.
Sames Canada Becomes Independent Subsidiary
| Products Finishing
Sames North America introduces Sames Canada Industrial Ltd., offering greater agility to serve local markets, expand support and tailor products to Canadian industries.
Starlinger logra aval FDA para tapas de PP reciclado
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La FDA autoriza el uso de tapas de polipropileno reciclado en envases de bebidas con el proceso recoSTAR dynamic de Starlinger.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Finding the Right Tools for a Turning Shop
Julia Hider | Production Machining
Xcelicut is a startup shop that has grown thanks to the right machines, cutting tools, grants and other resources.
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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How to Address the Proficiency Gap in Manufacturing
Stephanie Hendrixson | Manufacturing Connected
It’s more than what employees know. 3 strategies to accelerate proficiency in advanced manufacturing.
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Plásticos en el Clean Industrial Deal: de residuo a motor de competitividad
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
El Clean Industrial Deal posiciona el reciclaje de plásticos y la economía circular como pilares estratégicos para la competitividad europea. La feria K 2025 mostrará las tecnologías que posibilitarán este cambio.
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.
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.
IMCO Carbide Tool End Mills Boost Productivity With Aggressive Tool Paths
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
IMCO Carbide Tool Inc. introduces the Pow-R-Feed M935 five-flute end mills, designed for higher metal removal rates and free cutting action in mild steels, stainless steels and titanium.
Resinas epóxicas biobasadas: origen renovable, usos y desempeño
| Plastics Technology México
Las resinas epóxicas sustentan recubrimientos, adhesivos y componentes. Sin embargo, la DGEBA, basada en BPA y petróleo, eleva riesgos y huella de carbono. Como respuesta, surgen resinas epóxicas biobasadas a partir de aceites vegetales, cardanol, ferúlico y glicerina, con propiedades y menor toxicidad. Su adopción gradual reduce emisiones y dependencia fósil; el CIQA investiga formulaciones.
Kitamura Machinery Partners with SAF Maquinas to Enhance Support in Brazil
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Kitamura Machinery of USA Inc. collaborates with SAF Maquinas to provide localized sales and service for high-precision machining centers in the Brazilian market.
Kraiburg TPE apuesta por salud y protección
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
En K 2025, Kraiburg TPE presenta compuestos para envases seguros y una nueva generación de TPE con alta resistencia al fuego.
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.