T. J. Davies Retention Knobs Feature Corrosion Resistance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

PMTS 2025: The company’s retention knobs are magnetic particle tested and then pull tested to 2.5 times the pulling force of the drawbar it is designed for.

Techmer PM impulsa el uso de PCR en envases rígidos

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La circularidad en envases rígidos es un reto clave en la industria. Techmer PM comparte sus innovaciones para facilitar la incorporación de PCR en plásticos.

VIDEO: Hot Runner Maintenance Tips

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Scott Clark, Hot Runner Business Manager for Husky Technologies, breaks down maintenance practices for hot runner systems.

Scientific Cutting Tools' Custom, Modified Tooling Boosts Efficiency

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS 2025: Scientific Cutting Tools provides customized solutions that address specific geometries, coatings and material requirements.

Proteus Marine Renewables installs Japan’s first 1.1-megawatt tidal turbine

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Carbon fiber tidal turbine generator, featuring a horizontal-axis rotor with three composite blades, drives Japan’s transition to tidal energy.

People in composites: March 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

QTI Fibers, Spintech Holdings, Zoltek, ORNL, ZeroAvia, Norco, Strohm, WindEurope and Anduril Industries have announced new appointments and promotions.

ClassNK grants approval in principle to OceanWings wingsail

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Technical viability of the composite wind-assisted propulsion technology has been verified, aids OceanWing’s expansion into current and new markets.

FACC receives Aero Excellence Award in support of composites and aviation resiliency

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The award, received by FACC and 11 other aviation companies, recognizes high manufacturing standards, highlights a strategy for improving international supply chains.

IPS Adhesives debuts Scigrip SG2000 adhesive in North America

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The adhesive’s 1:1 mix ratio and long open time provides transportation, construction and marine industries with much-needed routine simplification and flexibility.

Dürr Smart AC Module Optimizes Supply Air Control in Paint Booths

Grace Stubbins | Products Finishing

Software module saves energy through more flexible temperature and humidity control.

Airbus outlines next-gen single-aisle aircraft technology focuses, revised ZEROe project roadmap

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Outlined technology bricks — including foldable wings, more efficient engines and propulsion and composite materials — could support a planned single-aisle next decade, plus Airbus’s renewed commitment of a commercially viable H2 aircraft.

FIBIAS++ project targets recycled TPC innovations for automotive applications

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Project led by the IRT Jules Verne and supported by Compositec, Stellantis, IMT Nord Europe and CMO seeks to develop composites with a low CO2 footprint and recycled material incorporation.

Turning Grades Increase Tool Life for Machining Titanium Alloys

Chris Pasion | MoldMaking Technology

Eastec 2025: The AC9115T and AC9125T turning grades feature Sumitomo’s Absotech coating technology and tungsten carbide-based composition, which suppresses chemical reactions with titanium alloys and increases wear resistance.

NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #124 - 1st Quarterly Report

| Products Finishing

This project undertook initial work in refurbishing an existing line at Université Marie et Louis Pasteur.  

Edge Technologies Bar Feeder Enhances Small-Diameter Bar Stock Applications

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS 2025: The FMB Turbo RS 2-20 fully supports the bar pusher and stock from within the bar feeder to the lathe spindle.

Evonik Partners With 3DChimera to Distribute 3D Printing Powders

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

3DChimera now an official U.S. distributor of Evonik’s INFINAM selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D-printable PA12 powders.

Herramienta de fresado CNC de Rapid Fusion: manufactura híbrida con alta precisión

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La herramienta de fresado CNC, de Rapid Fusion, que combina la velocidad de la manufactura aditiva con la precisión del mecanizado sustractivo, optimiza la producción de moldes y componentes de alto rendimiento.

Curiosity, Connection and Community at PTXPO 2025

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

From an editorial perspective, each small PTXPO interaction sparked big ideas, connections and insights.

Blast Thoroughly to Prep Surface for Powder

Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing

Products Finishing columnist Rodger Talbert advises to blast liquid paint from metal thoroughly before powder coating to ensure strong adhesiveness.  

Airbus presenta innovaciones con enfoque en la sostenibilidad

| Modern Machine Shop México

Durante el Airbus Summit 2025, celebrado en Toulouse (Francia), la empresa compartió importantes avances e innovaciones sobre el futuro de la aviación sostenible.

Borealis LLDPE Packaging Grade Incorporates 85% Recycled Content

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Polyethylene grade is aimed at nonfood flexible packaging.

4 Manufacturing Trends That Cannot Be Ignored

Udo Jahn | Modern Machine Shop

The next five years will present their own unique set of challenges, and shops can alleviate them by embracing these technologies and trends.