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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.
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.
Revolution Composites earns 2025 Northrop Grumman Supplier Award
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The composites company has been recognized for its supplier excellence, backed by consistent quality, on-time delivery and program support.
SPE Foundation and Plastics Hall of Fame Create Student Scholarship
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
The SPE Foundation establishes Plastics Hall of Fame scholarship to support future industry leaders.
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Drill Geometry Enables Plug-And-Play Functionality, Optimized Performance
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Sandvik Coromant’s CoroDrill DE10 eliminates the need for a pilot hole to guide the drill into place, enabling both tool inventory and cycle times to be significantly reduced in short-hole drilling.
What Patient-Specific Surgical Guides Can Teach About Mass Customization
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
Tailor-made manufacturing is one of AM’s richest possibilities, but the success factors inevitably draw on more than AM.
Husky presenta sus soluciones para inyección en Plastimagen
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Husky presenta en Plastimagen tecnologías avanzadas para alimentos, bebidas, automotriz y dispositivos médicos, con soluciones como Altanium con IA y el sistema UltraMelt para biopolímeros.
Smooth Operators: Vibration Compensation Improves Robot Performance
Julia Hider | Plastics Technology
Ulendo is working to apply its vibration compensation algorithm to robots. This application is more complex than its initial market of fused filament fabrication 3D printers, but could result in faster, cheaper robots.
Engel opens new Mexico facility, expands injection molding machine production capacity
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Mexico is a strategic location for Engel to achieve greater efficiency, responsiveness to market demands and a skilled workforce present and future expansion.
PTXPO Preview: Nissei Showcases LSR Molding
| Plastics Technology
In cooperation with Elmet, Nissei will mold a nasal respiratory valve from LSR utilizing a valve-gated cold runner.
Expanding Automation Among US Manufacturers
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
AI and vision systems are among the technologies that will make automation more accessible to the small- and medium-sized manufacturers in the U.S.
PTXPO 2025 Profile Preview Part 4 of 4: Discover Cutting-Edge Moldmaking Solutions
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Here is a brief overview of some of the advanced moldmaking technologies you’ll find at PTXPO 2025. Join fellow molders, moldmakers, brand owners, OEMs and their full suite of suppliers in Rosemont, Illinois, for three days of nonstop networking, education and business development opportunities where you can network, learn and grow your business.
Engel inaugura planta de fabricación de inyectoras en México
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
Con una capacidad de producir entre 180 y 200 inyectoras de plásticos por año, Engel inauguró su primera planta de producción en el continente americano. Se trata de un proyecto a largo plazo que irá creciendo por fases para ofrecer una integración vertical de fabricación, automatización y centro de soluciones.
Oben Group instala la primera línea BOPP de 12 metros
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La nueva planta de Oben Group en Monterrey albergará la primera línea BOPP de 12 metros, impulsando la innovación en empaques flexibles.
El Indicador de Pedidos Manufactureros creció 0.8 puntos en febrero
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Con cifras desestacionalizadas, el Indicador de Pedidos Manufactureros aumentó 0.8 puntos, situándose en 51.3 puntos, cuatro meses por encima del umbral de los 50 puntos.
Moving toward sustainable automotive parts manufacturing
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
How can the automotive supply chain prepare for future sustainability requirements? Tier 1 Kautex Textron discusses emissions reduction, design for circularity and transition to recycled/bio-based plastics.
Marubeni Citizen-Cincom Lathe Enables Continuous Operation
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
PMTS 2025: The BNA-42SY5 lathe features an integrated auto-compensation system to automatically adjust tooling based on measurements taken at the inspection station.
Kwik Mark Engineers Tag Master 3 for Reliable Tag Marking
Grace Stubbins | Products Finishing
Dot peen marking solution advances automation for permanently marking industrial components, overcoming common tag feeding challenges.