Sherwin-Williams Energy Barrier Coating Eliminates Corrosion Under Insulation

Grace Stubbins | Products Finishing

Heat-Flex AEB is a thermal insulative coating replaces the bulky mineral-based insulation that’s traditionally used on storage tanks, process vessels and piping to retain process heat.

Disminuye la producción y la exportación en la industria automotriz

| Modern Machine Shop México

En febrero de 2025, la producción de la industria automotriz disminuyó un 0.8% en términos anuales, y las exportaciones, un 9.2 %.

VIDEO: Enhancing composite tooling with additive manufacturing

Jenn Cammel | CompositesWorld

At JEC World 2025, CW editor-in-chief Scott Francis explored the latest advancements in composite tooling with Massivit and Sika.

LAST CHANCE! Register Now for Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO)

| Plastics Technology

The third iteration of the event takes place March 18-20 in Rosemont, Illinois, providing three days of exhibits, technical education and professional networking.

Play the Moldmaker Card Game at PTXPO 2025!

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

  Think you’ve got what it takes to be a top moldmaker? Put your skills to the test with the Moldmaker Card Game. Dust off your decks from previous years or stop by PTXPO Booth 1235 to grab your own!  

DePoly y PTI crean botella de PET reciclado de circuito cerrado

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

DePoly y PTI convierten residuos de PET y poliéster en botellas recicladas de alta calidad con lo que demuestran la viabilidad del reciclaje químico.

ICYMI: February Roundup

Sarah Barnett | Plastics Technology

While February was short on days, there was no shortage in insightful content from our editors and contributors! Take a look at what you might have missed. 

Studer Universal Cylindrical Grinding Machine Streamlines Performance

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Studer’s FavoritCNC universal cylindrical grinding machine has been further developed to feature modern grinding technology with high-precision, simple operation at a cost-effective price point.

Maguire Products amplía su línea MGF con nuevos alimentadores

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Maguire Products presenta la familia MGF con cinco nuevas series de alimentadores gravimétricos diseñados para extrusión e inyección, ofreciendo precisión y control avanzado.

Finishing Index Reaches Expansion for First Time in Two Years

Mike Shirk | Products Finishing

February results crossed the 50 threshold into expansion territory, signaling growth in finishing market.

Large-Format 3D Printer Offers Increased Capacity for Optimizing Moldmaking Operations

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Compound Dynamics’ RM40 large-format enclosed 3D printer delivers the ability to print parts as single pieces, eliminating the need for assembly of multiple smaller components, improving both efficiency and structural quality.

Studer Universal Cylindrical Grinding Machine Streamlines Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Studer’s FavoritCNC universal cylindrical grinding machine has been further developed to feature modern grinding technology with high-precision, simple operation at a cost-effective price point.

ATI Relocates, Expands Additive Manufacturing Capacity in New Florida Facility

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The Margate, Florida, facility supports additive manufacturing of larger metal parts, serving customers across defense, space and more.

Erema exhibe tecnologías para reciclaje en Plastimagen 2025

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Erema exhibe en Plastimagen 2025 soluciones de reciclaje mecánico de plásticos, incluyendo sistemas avanzados para rPET y reciclaje en planta.

Importación de Moldes y Troqueles en México: Datos Clave y Oportunidades

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En 2024 el valor de la importación de herramentales fue de 3,484 millones de dólares.

Inversiones para promover economía circular en México y Colombia

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Omnigreen y Recyclapet recibirán inversión para escalar el reciclaje de plásticos flexibles y PET reciclado en LATAM e impulsar la economía circular.

Labor, Compliance and Sustainability Strategies

| Production Machining

With the right tools, including ERP software, overcoming this “manufacturing trifecta” of challenges is within reach.

EuCIA, JEC Group launch European Circular Composites Alliance

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The ECCA initiative will combine the ambition and voice of composites manufacturers, associations and end users, achieving set targets and developing standards for composites circularity.

Levante, ACS Srl begin R&D project for rCF solar panel delivery

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Use of recycled carbon fiber and bioresins aim to reshape the future of photovoltaic energy and mobility.

Tower Tech expands modular FRP cooling towers lineup

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Closed-circuit models have been added to the company’s open-circuit offerings, with a focus on sustainable efficiency.

Angeloni, Herambiente to create closed-loop rCF system, accelerate recycling research

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Herambiente recycling facility in Italy and Angeloni’s composites expertise will build a circular system between customer, manufacturer and recycler and further explore rCF opportunities.

Hexcel, FIDAMC join forces to shape future composites development, application and roadmap

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Strategic alliance will accelerate the development of next-gen composite materials and their applications in high-impact industries.