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Extrusion 2026: Human Intelligence and Connection This August in Austin
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Two days, 27 speakers and one ballroom brimming with centuries of accumulated extrusion knowledge and experience await.
Axtra3D Production System Connects AM Processes for Improved Repeatability
| MoldMaking Technology
IMTS 2026: Axtra3D introduces the Axtra Workflow, a fully connected and validated end-to-end additive manufacturing ecosystem that synchronizes build setup, printing, post-processing, inspection and data-driven traceability for industrial manufacturers.
Single Endless Roving Placement Saves Up to 70% CFRP Weight, Enables Closed-Loop Fiber Recovery
Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld
Holy Technologies’ robotic Infinite Fiber Placement deposits carbon fiber as one continuous, uncut tow using six-axis robotics and RTM, enabling significant lightweighting and full-length fiber recovery via mild acetic acid solvolysis.
Hypertherm Plasma Cutting Cartridge Extends Consumable Life
| Modern Machine Shop
Hypertherm Associates introduces the HyPilot cartridge, engineered to maximize consumable life and reduce costs in continuous pilot arc plasma cutting operations, featuring patent-pending NickelPlus technology.
9 Tips for Employee Recruitment, Training and Retention
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
Manufacturer SendCutSend has found success hiring former nurses, custodians, graphic designers and even a donut shop employee. Here are some of the secrets of its workforce development success.
#workforcedevelopment
Epson Robot Provides Powerful Performance in Compact Footprint
| Modern Machine Shop
With a 1,000-mm reach and support for payloads up to 50 kg, the LS50C is engineered to handle demanding, high-precision automation needs while maximizing capability and minimizing footprint.
CFO Appointment to Lead Hubbard-Hall Teams Forward
| Products Finishing
Stephen Boyd, a former CFO of Morris Group, has been hired to support the company’s finance and supply chain functions.
Iscar Grooving, Parting Insert System Reduces Downtime, Improves Machining Stability
| Production Machining
IMTS 2026: Iscar introduces the Quickpenta 24, a multifunctional insert system for grooving, parting and light turning applications, featuring a new clamping mechanism designed to speed insert changes and improve shopfloor productivity.
Nova Carbon, CMP Composites partner for closed-loop carbon fiber recycling
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: The French startup will collect and recycle production offcuts from the regional composites manufacturer on a recurring basis, with recycled fiber already used in small offshore wind turbine blades.
Sistemas de taladrado profundo Nagel ofrecen alta flexibilidad y automatización
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Las soluciones de taladrado profundo de Nagel permiten configurar procesos para producción unitaria o en serie con altos niveles de precisión.
AEC Control Platform Streamlines Railcar Bulk Material Handling
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
VacTrac Atlas Series is a modular control platform designed to manage pumps, diverter valves and inventory devices for railcar unloading and high-throughput in-plant transfer systems.
From Shrinkage to Simulation: Mastering Warpage Compensation in Mold Design
| MoldMaking Technology
Understanding anisotropic shrinkage and geometry-driven warpage, designers use simulation, point mapping and feature alignment to virtually compensate parts, reducing costly trial-and-error tooling iterations significantly.
Vastex Industrial Infrared Tunnel Oven Manages Airflow for High-Volume Curing
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
ERVP Series infrared tunnel oven is a modular three-chamber unit designed for high-volume curing of film, sheet, adhesives, coatings and parts.
México: crece la exportación de moldes y troqueles en abril
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El valor de exportación de moldes para metales, plásticos y troqueles alcanzó más de 77.7 millones de dólares en el acumulado enero-abril de 2026.
Clariant celebra 50 años de retardantes de llama Exolit AP
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Clariant conmemora cinco décadas de su línea Exolit AP con el lanzamiento de una versión libre de SVHC con menos de 0.1% de melamina, en respuesta a la demanda de alternativas sin sustancias de preocupación en protección pasiva contra incendios.
Wall Colmonoy Launches Online Surfacing Alloys Hub
| Products Finishing
Wall Colmonoy’s surfacing alloys microsite will provide streamlined customer support for product selection and technical access.
BigRep Brings Desktop-Style Usability to Its Large-Format 3D Printers
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) specialist BigRep is adding upgrades for user friendliness and automation to its extrusion machines, including the newly introduced One.5X.
Airbus inaugurates second A320 Family final assembly line in Toulouse
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Second modernized assembly line in Toulouse will advance Airbus’ goal of 10 operational FALs by 2026 and trajectory toward 75 aircraft/month.
Assocompositi brings E-Learning Composite Academy training to Italian members
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Assocompositi will offer its members composite training through the E-Learning Academy “Composite Inside – Season 1” program, emphasizing the curriculum’s proficiency in comprehensive, cross-functional education.
REGENT completes Seaglider Manufacturing Facility dedicated to electric maritime craft
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The 255,000-square-foot facility in North Kingstown will serve as the global production hub for REGENT’s composite Seaglider vessels, supporting a $10 billion order book and $15 million in defense contracts.
Heatcon expands into Philippines with Asia-Pacific hub
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The aerospace composite repair leader will establish Heatcon Asia Inc., with operations expected to launch in Q2 2027 under a 25-year lease agreement.
Moore Brothers Co. joins 40OF yacht racing team as North American build partner
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The Rhode Island company joins a growing international development team, bringing its composites background to advance the full-foiling offshore race yacht project.