Software platform improves composites manufacturing automation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Radius Engineering introduces Insights, integrated software that automates critical functions in RTM and SQRTM processes, boosting efficiency and reducing human error and training needs.

TransRail Connection announces ninth edition dedicated to rail, urban mobility

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The two-day October 2025 event in France provides a crossroads for companies, startups, labs and research centers to exchange ideas and innovations modernizing rail and urban mobility ecosystems.

EuCIA conducts analysis on thermoset composites waste, sees untapped recycling market potential

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Market analysis finds only 5% of 25% theoretical volume of thermoset composites waste accessible in Europe in 2025 is being recycled, information that will inform the activities of the ECCA.

L3Harris to build more than 20 new large solid rocket motor facilities

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Facilites located in Arkansas will provide a six-fold increase in L3Harris’ manufacturing capacity.

Fiber Elements raises €2.6 million seed funding for 3D basalt fiber

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The company’s approach combines FEA with advanced manufacturing processes to create mineral composites that are 3X stronger than steel while weighing two-thirds less, aiming to replace steel reinforcement in construction.

Mold Material Enables Additive Manufacturing Capabilities for Tooling

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Uddeholm USA features its mold material Corrax as the first additive manufacturing (AM) powder made for tooling. Corrax is a stainless steel made for AM with corrosion resistance and polishability.  

Layup molds, vacuum fixtures address aerospace tooling trends

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: Technical Tooling is integrating advanced materials, digital process compatibilities and automation into its low-CTE Ravin layup molds and Vacu-Grip fixture offerings to meet evolving needs.

PCI Partners With Capitol Hill Management Services

| Products Finishing

Powder Coating Institute selects Capitol Hill Management Services to drive growth and industry support starting January 2026.

Experiment Platform for Sounding Rockets Is 3D Printed — and Compostable

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

Developed by the Aeromedical FabLab of the German Aerospace Center, MiniFix is a 3D printed, compostable experiment platform that has successfully flown five times aboard sounding rockets. 

Stratasys and Trinckle Partner to Integrate Fixturemate Into GrabCAD Print Pro

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

The integration lets production teams complete the entire fixture workflow from design to print inside a single platform, cutting lead‑times from weeks to hours while eliminating the need for advanced CAD skills.  

Aliplast expande capacidad de reciclaje con adquisición en Italia

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Aliplast adquiere planta de Gurit Italia y suma 15 mil toneladas anuales de PET reciclado, en línea con las nuevas exigencias normativas de la UE.

Mastering Large ID and OD Measurements

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

Measuring large IDs and ODs boils down to selecting the right tool for the application.

Supertec amplía su línea de rectificadoras con soluciones para piezas complejas y espacios reducidos

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Las nuevas versiones de las rectificadoras de Supertec Machinery están diseñadas para atender las demandas de mecanizado de alta precisión en espacios reducidos.

Episode 58: An Interview With Douglas Hughes, Ambrose Schaffer; MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Electroless nickel (EN) experts Douglas Hughes and Ambrose Schaffer discuss the current state of EN in an interview from this year’s SUR/FIN finishing industry trade show. 

Agglorema: solución de reciclaje de plásticos contaminados

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

En la feria K 2025, Erema presenta Agglorema, una máquina para reciclaje de residuos plásticos húmedos que produce aglomerados aptos para reciclaje químico.

Helmel CMM Enables High-Speed, Autonomous Measurements

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Microstar Model 320-185 CMM features an enhanced drive system with steel- and Kevlar-reinforced drive belts, enabling more aggressive motion parameters.

Monaghan Tooling Group Solid Carbide Taps Enhance Performance in Demanding Materials

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Monaghan Tooling Group’s Vergnano H-Series High Performance Machine Taps are designed for high-speed tapping in hardened steel, nonferrous metals and superalloys with superior tool life and thread quality.

Injection Foaming Tech Reduces Density, Increases Mechanical Properties

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Based on an additive package custom-tailored to the application, Moxietec’s foaming technology promises stronger parts through consistent bubbles.

MiniFix: Flight-Proven, Compostable, 3D Printed Space Hardware for Biological Research

| Additive Manufacturing

Developed by the Aeromedical FabLab of the German Aerospace Center, MiniFix is a 3D printed, compostable experiment platform that has successfully flown five times aboard sounding rockets.

Composites end markets: Automotive (2025)

Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld

Composites manufacturing intelligence drives circular economy solutions as automotive industry balances technical demands with sustainability mandates.

Prepreg innovations commit to cost, energy consumption reduction

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2025: PRF Materials is highlighting Reepreg, its novel Q.tool recycled innovation and will be providing updates on its Product Development and Innovation Centre.

Manufacturing Wellness: 8 Habits of Highly Effective Machine Shops

| Production Machining

From an early age, we learn that good habits can make a lifetime of difference. Eat your vegetables. Say please and thank you. Exercise regularly. Just as with people, manufacturers can make a difference in their long-term success and growth by developing strong, positive “manufacturing wellness” habits.