Thermoplastic composite partnership drives customer support, systems industrialization

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2025: Unwind3D Srl and Advanced International Multitech are highlighting the Spidui compression molding cell and TP Multi-Station Lines for significant scale-up of thermoplastic parts production.

AI Comes to Resin Conveying with Conair Technology

| Plastics Technology

This patented technology automatically detects source-to-destination conditions and autonomously adjusts the conveying system in real-time to move material under optimal conditions.

ReSComp Engineering is spun off from University of Padova

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Newly founded company is leveraging decades of research and patented methodologies to deliver innovative solutions for composite reliability and structural health monitoring.

Roboze, Yamaha MotoGP extend technical motorsports partnership

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Additional five years of collaboration will continue to focus on the extensive use of Roboze’s 3D printing technology for lightweight composite components.

Airbus pushes ZEROe aircraft project timeline to 2040s

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Hydrogen-powered aircraft program is being delayed from original 2035 plan, with Airbus expanding nearer term plans to flight test SAF engines for a next-gen single aisle instead.

Archer raises $300 million for hybrid defense aircraft platform

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Since the launch of Archer Defense, the eVTOL company looks to develop its capabilities in composites and batteries, as well as ongoing commercialization of its Midnight platform.

Five-minute autoclave augments high-volume TPC manufacturing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2025: Corebon unveils a system solution that eliminates the need for traditional autoclaves and presses, delivering consistent, high-quality TPC parts in less than 5 minutes.

Hexagon Purus 2024 results indicate H2 and battery systems growth, uncertain future outlook

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Q4 and full-year 2024 developments saw an 8% and 42% revenue increase, respectively, thanks to various milestones and agreements, though near-term market outlook for 2025 remains undetermined.

Additional PVD Grades Offer Benefits for Grooving Series

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Tungaloy-NTK highlights three high-performance PVD grades (AH8005, AH7025 and AH6235) newly added to its TetraForceCut and TetraMiniCut grooving series.  

Ingersoll Turning Tool Features Modular Design for Easier Setup

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

PMTS 2025: Ingersoll WinTwist line features a modular design to facilitate easier setup and to make it simpler to adapt to multispindle and Swiss-type machines.

Americhem EcoLube MD PFAS Free Internally Lubricated Compounds for Health Care Applications

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Americhem has formulated EcoLube compounds in a wide variety of base resins.

Comprehensive material ranges, demonstrator displays support aerospace, automotive targets

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2025: Hexcel responds to production quality, rate and sustainability needs with the latest composite material portfolios and project highlights.

MMT Chats: 2024 Mold Designer of the Year

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

As we anticipate the 2025 SPE MTD award winners, look back at 2024 Mold Designer of the Year, Keith LeSage of Westminster Tool. 

Pursuing More Sustainable Plastic Pallets

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Chilean lithium producer employs local molder with a specialized Engel duo 2-platen press to shift to pallets made from reclaimed plastics.

Keep Your Eye on DED: Applications Are Expanding

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Adding features, producing complete parts, repairing existing parts: Because of the advances directed energy deposition (DED) is seeing, all these roles are finding greater use. 

Episode 49: Yannick Willemin, Catalysium

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

Yannick Willemin, founder of Catalysium, a new consultancy that specializes in investment trends within the composites industry, discusses the investment side of advanced manufacturing as well as industry trends shaping the composites landscape.

Panorama de los programas de I+D en robótica a nivel mundial

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

La Federación Internacional de Robótica detalla aspectos de los programas gubernamentales de investigación y desarrollo en Asia, Europa y América.

Haimer Tooling Solutions Provide Repeatable Turning Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

PMTS 2025: Haimer’s shrink-fit toolholders and presetting machines are designed to optimize turning tool productivity.

HMG Paints Nominated for National Family Business Awards

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

HMG Paints Ltd. is a finalist for the North and Northern Ireland Family Business of the Year award and the People’s Choice award for the 2025 National Family Business Awards.

Kennametal Swiss Tools Specialized for Small, Complex Components

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS 2025: The TopSwiss MBS Medical Line inserts feature a specialized coating and sharp cutting edges for optimized surface finishes and reduced tool pressure.

Michelin Wisamo wingsail to equip French offshore patrol vessel

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Carbon and glass fiber plug-and-play wind propulsion system will support DGAMPA’s maritime decarbonization goals.

Pyka secures FAA approval for Pelican 2 agricultural spray aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The upgraded autonomous electric aircraft, featuring a carbon fiber airframe, is authorized for commercial operations in the U.S.