Kyocera Precision Tools Publishes Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog showcases the company’s advanced tooling solutions for turning, milling and holemaking applications.
Emuge-Franken Taps Feature Universal Threading Geometry
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The MultiTap NPT/NPTF pipe taps feature a specialized, shortened projection length when compared to traditional ANSI standard taper taps, decreasing cycle time and increasing tool life.
SABIC Introduces New Grade Extem RH Resin
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Extem RH1017UCL will support data communication infrastructure applications.
Sames Announces Regional Manager for Central Canada
| Products Finishing
Kyler Hubner has been promoted to support this role with his dedication and commitment to driving success.
Precision Concepts Buys Meredith-Springfield
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
Latest acquisition by this diversified producer of rigid packaging is a Northeast leader in technical blow molding.
Emuge-Franken Taps Feature Universal Threading Geometry
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The MultiTap NPT/NPTF pipe taps feature a specialized, shortened projection length when compared to traditional ANSI standard taper taps, decreasing cycle time and increasing tool life.
Ross Presents High-Shear Mixers for Coatings
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Customizable mixers are engineered for a wide range of industrial applications.
Polymer Showdown — PPO vs. PA66: May the Best Material Win
| Plastics Technology
Second in a series, an expert from plastics engineering consultancy The Madison Group pits leading thermoplastics against each other to see how they differ in processing characteristics, chemical resistance, thermal and mechanical performance, and more.
Moldmaking Index Continues Strong 2025 with 52.4 in March
Mike Shirk | MoldMaking Technology
Six consecutive months of improving results push moldmaking market further into expansion.
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Metalworking Index Reaches Expansion for First Time in 2 Years
Mike Shirk | Modern Machine Shop
After two years of contraction, the Metalworking Index has finally turned a corner. A recovery that started in October has reached a milestone, fueled by increased production and new orders, signaling cautious optimism for the industry.
NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #124: Innovative Coatings for (Micro)Technical and Tooling Systems
| Products Finishing
This report introduces the project on the development of innovative coatings for the hybrid manufacturing of micro-scale technical and tooling systems and outlines the work to be undertaken.
Why Mold Builders Should Consider Barrel Cutters and Lens Tools If They Haven’t Before
| MoldMaking Technology
Reduce machining cycle times and improve surface finishes of cavity and core work with barrel cutters and lens tools.
SAMPE UK & Ireland calls for entrants to YES Seminar Competition
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Postgraduate students from U.K. and Ireland universities are invited to submit entries to showcase their technical research by April 25, 2025.
Major League Pickleball, Toray strike sponsorship agreement
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Toray, MLP’s first Asia-based partner, aims to contribute to the development of pickleball globally with its composite materials, building brand awareness and supporting R&D of future pickleball equipment.
Airtech acquires Kimya assets, extends AM filament capabilities
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Kimya’s filaments portfolio will be offered alongside Airtech’s Dahltram pellet and filament resins, adding to its LFAM and thermoplastic product line.
Demgy Group grows aircraft interior expertise with Tool-Gauge acquisition
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Tool-Gauge, a key U.S. supplier of unreinforced and reinforced plastic components and subassemblies for Boeing and Airbus, adds to Demgy Group’s global footprint.
Tremonia Mobility delivers efficient, sustainable composite minibuses with Siemens Xcelerator
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Minibus manufacturer adopts Siemens Xcelerator to advance electrification, improving design cycle speed by 20% and design adjustment speed by 30%.
JetZero announces Collins Aerospace nacelles, new campus and use of fiber optic sensors
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
California startup continues push toward first flight of its blended wing body (BWB) demonstrator aircraft in 2027, which uses carbon fiber composite fuselage, wings.
ÉireComposites, University of Galway launch R3WIND project
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Renewable energy initiative will design, develop and demonstrate novel repair and recycling techniques of onshore and offshore wind blades using sustainable manufacturing processes.
Integris to provide composite ballistic protection for Type 45 vessels
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Integris Composites enters its fourth decade serving aerospace OEMs and defense contractors globally for critical defense systems.
Firefly awarded DOD contract for responsive on-orbit mission
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Mission will use Firefly’s Elytra spacecraft vehicle, supported by proven avionics, composite structures and propulsion systems, to perform on-demand orbital maneuvers and space domain awareness.
Women in Manufacturing Association Announces 2025 Board of Directors
Grace Stubbins | MoldMaking Technology
WiM welcomes the election of 20 members headed into 2025, including first-term members and those who are continuing their service.