Hexcel, JetZero partner to qualify composites for BWB aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

This collaborative approach with Hexcel is accelerating the technological assessment and development of JetZero’s all-wing Z4 platform.

Australia’s Gilmour Space prepares Eris 1 rocket for maiden launch

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With airspace arrangements finalized and mandatory notice given to the Australian Space Agency, the company is preparing for liftoff no earlier than May 15.

Vacuum-assisted extrusion improves performance of FRP prints

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A novel 3D printing approach developed by ORNL reduced internal porosity by up to 75% in large-scale, 3D printed composites.

NSK America Spindles Enable Versatile Operations on Existing Equipment

Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2025: NSK America Corp.’s Nakanishi high-speed rotary hand tool systems, ultrasonic systems and ultraprecision spindles are engineered to make processes more efficient both on the CNC and in the final steps of polishing.

Additive Manufacturing Technology Improves Efficiency for Conformal Cooling Production

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

Conformal cooling with direct metal laser melting (DMLS) technology enables users to create metal 3D printed parts directly from a CAD model, and can optimize production of injection molded plastic parts.

Software’s AI-Powered Design Feature Automates CAD/CAM Processes

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

The CAD-AI computer-aided design technology uses the power of AI to automatically detect and sort varied mold features — such as holes, pockets, slots and fillets — to increase efficiency by automating everyday CAD/CAM processes with reliable and repeatable data.

GF Machining Solutions Wire EDM Enables Tight-Tolerance Part Production

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2025: GF Machining Solutions’ Cut F Series provides manufacturers with extreme production control and flexibility for ultraprecise machining and high surface finish capability.

RJG Adds iMFLUX Technology to Injection Molding Offerings

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

RJG Inc. will supply and support iMFLUX’s pre-engineering, installation and service for all hardware and software components.

Connections Fuel Moldmaking Innovation

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Trade shows reveal that stepping out of the shop builds connections which drive innovation and success.

Solving the Skills Gap Means Prioritizing Value Over Price

Udo Jahn | Modern Machine Shop

Manufacturing companies need to invest and add value to educational machine shop programs to solve the skilled labor gap.
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EnviroTech Europe Launches ProSolv as 3M Novec Replacement

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Prosolv Direct Replacements aim to ensure an easy transition from 3M’s discontinued PFAS engineered and electronic liquids lines with minimal process modifications.

Sunnen Honing Machines Provide Process Flexibility

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2025: Sunnen Products Co. showcases a range of honing machines as well as inspection and measurement technology.

Fresa ElectroMill de Engis mejora la remoción de material en mecanizado de alta precisión

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La herramienta de diamante superabrasivo, que ofrece alta eficiencia en mecanizado de materiales difíciles, reduce costos y aumenta la productividad.

How Compression Ratio Impacts Extruder Performance

| Plastics Technology

Let’s investigate how compression ratio affects performance of an extruder processing LLDPE.  

Abre el registro para Meximold 2025, cita clave de la industria de moldes

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Meximold abrirá sus puertas los próximos 22 y 23 de octubre en Querétaro, con más de 130 expositores, conferencias técnicas y actividades de networking.  

Sunnen Honing Machines Provide Process Flexibility

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Eastec 2025: Sunnen Products Co. showcases a range of honing machines as well as inspection and measurement technology.

Sodick Finalizes Acquisition of Prima Additive

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Prima Additive leaves the Prima Industrie Group and becomes a wholly owned company of Sodick.

Lanxess e IBU-tec se asocian para mejorar rendimiento de baterías LFP

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La alianza entre Lanxess e IBU-tec busca mejorar el desempeño de baterías de litio-ferrofosfato y fortalecer la cadena de suministro europea con materiales innovadores y menor huella de carbono.

Remembering Tom Beard: A Lasting Influence

Eduardo Tovar | GROW

Twenty-seven years ago, I met Tom Beard during my first visit to Gardner’s Cincinnati office. He wasn’t just the first editor I met — he became a lasting example of mentorship, warmth, and editorial excellence.

Plastics Industry Association Announces 2025 Plastic Sustainability Innovation Award Winners

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

The Plastics Industry Association announced winners of Sustainable Innovation in Design, Sustainable Innovation in Materials, Sustainable Innovation in End-of-Life, Leadership in Sustainability and the People’s Choice Award.

Which Mixing System is Right for You?

| Products Finishing

How to select the right equipment for reliable, accurate and repeatable mixing of coatings.

3D Printable Bioceramic Enables Patient-Specific Cranial Implants

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

3D printing technology provided by Lithoz makes it possible to 3D print cranial plates and other implants from hydroxyapatite (HA), a ceramic material that is also found in human bone. We explore this solution and what it means for patients in this episode of The Cool Parts Show.