Gurit re-signs long-term supply contract with U.S. Marine Inc.

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Multiyear defense contract continuing support for technical composite innovations upholds Gurit’s multi-market strategy.

Put your research in the spotlight with CAMX Poster Sessions

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Researchers, engineers and industry professionals are now able to submit abstracts for CAMX 2025 Poster Sessions until May 30.

Microvascular channel-forming technique optimizes self-healing, thermal management implementation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Several patents by the University of Cukurova highlight a novel method for more easily forming microvascular channels in composite structures, opening the path for self-repair capabilities in a variety of industry applications.  

JEC World 2025 marks a milestone year for dynamic collaboration, value chain representation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Organizers cite an increase in professional visits, exhibitors and business relationships from around the globe, highlighting the composites industry’s continued vitality.

CEAD announces strategic partnership with Polymaker

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CEAD grows validated 3D printing composites material range, further expands LFAM potential with Polymaker’s extensive global network and 3D printing materials offerings.

Huntsman, AMD collaborate for functional composites development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Electrically enhanced, carbon nanotube-integrated composite materials will be supported by Advanced Material Development’s (AMD) nanomaterials expertise and Huntman’s chemical and material solutions.

PTXPO Video Coverage — Huge Win for Plastics Editorial Group

Peter Zelinski | GROW

  At PTXPO this week, every member of the Plastics editorial group covering the show filmed video from the show floor that was produced and posted while the show was running.

Specialized Nozzle For Coinjection Solutions Offers Material Compatibility, Reduces Costs

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Yudo USA Inc. highlights the Tina ML, a nozzle specialized for coinjection solutions. The Tina ML functions as a compatible solution for a variety of materials and also enables cost reduction for moldmakers.  

PLASTICS Voices Tariff Concerns, Support for Trade Policies to Bolster US Manufacturing

Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology

PLASTICS is urging U.S. policymakers to support balanced trade policies that enhance U.S. competitiveness, reinforce supply chains and drive continued innovation.
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United Performance Metals Acquires Fabrisonic

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

United Performance Metals (UPM), an O’Neal Industries affiliate company, has acquired Fabrisonic LLC, a small tech startup focused on new ways of making materials through its patented process.

Senado y ECOCE impulsan reciclaje con nuevo convenio

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Con un nuevo convenio, ECOCE y el Senado fomentan el reciclaje de PET y plásticos flexibles, con el objetivo de reducir desechos y promover la economía circular.

Franconia Industries Brass Provides Corrosion Resistance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

PMTS 2025: EZeeBrass’ chipbreaking properties, achieved through the addition of magnesium, provide short, easily broken chips at high cutting speeds.

JBM Vertical Turning Lathes Provide Versatile, Compact Performance

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS 2025: The WVT-190 and 190K vertical turning two-axis lathe models from WSI are said to have the power, strength and capacity to take on a range of projects from large to small.

What’s On the Minds of Medical Mold Builders

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Conversations with medical mold builders reveal busy shops, rising automation, digital twins and evolving business strategies amid uncertainty.

Production Machining's March 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s March 2025 news highlights include acquisitions, key leadership appointments and more.

Fischer Custom Trepan Form Tools Boost Cutting Precision

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS 2025: Fischer Special Tooling showcases its precision, high-performing and cost-effective custom trepan form tools. 

Inverted Milling Offers Power in a Compact Machine

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

To compete in terms of stability and horsepower, Modig’s IM-8 mill takes an unorthodox approach: positioning the spindle at the bottom of the work area.

Golf Equipment Manufacturer Scores Higher Productivity With Automated Cell

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Ping was able to reduce labor and waste at its production facility in Phoenix via an automated molding cell courtesy of Wittmann.

Plant tour: Collins Aerospace, Riverside, Calif., U.S. and Almere, Netherlands

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Composite Tier 1’s long history, acquisition of stamped parts pioneer Dutch Thermoplastic Components, advances roadmap for growth in thermoplastic composite parts.

Fischer Custom Trepan Form Tools Boost Cutting Precision

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

PMTS 2025: Fischer Special Tooling showcases its precision, high-performing and cost-effective custom trepan form tools. 

Disminuyó 0.4 % el volumen de la producción manufacturera en enero de 2025

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En enero de 2025, el personal ocupado total en la industria manufacturera aumentó un 0,2 % en términos mensuales; sin embargo, también disminuyeron las horas trabajadas y las remuneraciones medias reales.

El programa Cero Pérdida de Pellets suma 112 empresas

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

ANIPAC destaca a 13 empresas que se suman al programa Cero Pérdida de Pellets y promueven la sostenibilidad en la industria del plástico.