Pascal Engineering Vise Improves Milling Accuracy
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Pascal Engineering Inc. introduces the CVH double-acting centering vise designed to hold workpieces with high accuracy and repeatability while minimizing tool interference.
Epicor lanza Prism, agentes de IA integrados en su ERP Kinetic
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Epicor presentó Prism, una cartera de más de 18 agentes de IA para manufactura, distribución y cadena de suministro, integrados en su ERP Kinetic, que permite consultar datos operativos en lenguaje natural y analizar situaciones como retrasos en la producción u órdenes vencidas.
Kisuma Chemicals lanza retardantes de llama sin halógenos
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Kisuma Chemicals presentó Kisuma X, hidróxido de magnesio sintético de nueva generación para poliolefinas, EVA y nylon, y Zenthos FR para sustituir el trióxido de antimonio en PVC flexible, en respuesta a las restricciones REACH y RoHS sobre sustancias halogenadas.
AMPP Opens Applications for Its 2027 Ambassador Program
| Products Finishing
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance is accepting applications through Aug. 15, 2026, for members ready to advocate for corrosion control and materials protection worldwide.
Making MMT's "2026 Top 10 Reasons to Be a Moldmaker" T-shirts a Community Moment
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
If you grabbed one of our MoldMaking Technology "2026 Top 10 Reasons to Be a Moldmaker" t-shirts at PTXPO, listen up because we're turning this into a full-blown community moment.
Takumi Five-Axis Machining Center Demonstrates High-Precision Capabilities
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Takumi USA showcases the latest generation of its U800 Five-axis machining center, featuring a rigid True Gantry design, iSpin III thermal compensation and a 64-station automatic tool changer as standard.
Made in the USA, Built for Any Machine: CJWinter's Thread Roll Lineup
| Production Machining
WATCH: CJWinter manufactures thread rolls and replacement dies for nearly every major machine and attachment system. Get American-made precision without overhauling your existing setup.
TPC Tapes, Laminates and Panels Achieve Weight Reduction With Design Flexibility
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Metyx showcases its expanding thermoplastic composite portfolio, spanning continuous fiber tapes, cross-ply laminates and sandwich panels for transportation, aerospace and industrial applications.
High-Definition Sensing Tracks Composite Part Health from Cradle to Grave
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Luna Innovations’ ODiSI and Hyperion platforms measure strain and temperature at sub-millimeter resolution across composite parts, which will be demonstrated live on an instrumented composite bridge span with the Composite Applications Group.
Genius ERP AI Platform Helps Manufacturers Get More from Existing ERP Data
| MoldMaking Technology
IMTS 2026: Genius ERP introduces Genius Cortex, an AI and automation platform built directly into its ERP system, offering natural language search, intelligent document processing and workflow automation for manufacturers.
Connecting the Dots for (Additive) Manufacturers
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Additive manufacturing offers incredible flexibility, but it is vulnerable to disruption just like any other production method. The manufacturers who navigate uncertainty are the ones who react quickly to changing signals — and we’re introducing a platform to empower you do just that.
Avantium lleva el PEF vegetal a colchones y tapicería con Heynen
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Avantium y Heynen Systems desarrollan aplicaciones del polímero vegetal PEF releaf en encapsulado de espuma para colchonería y tapicería, con un cojín prototipo presentado en Interzum Forum Italy 2026 en Bérgamo como primer paso exploratorio.
TERNAfil's Carbon-Ceramic Hybrid Fiber Wins Recognition at NRW Demo Day
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
MAXCarbon technology, developed by the RWTH Aachen spin-off, took third place at the Hightech.NRW event in Essen, Germany.
Natilus Announces FAA-Assigned Project Number for Kona Blended Wing Body Aircraft
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Part 23 certification program is initiated for BWB regional cargo aircraft.
Navy 3D Prints F/A-18 Composite Repairs to Cut Downtime by 50%
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A joint Navy development program is using additive manufacturing to put composite repair capability directly in the hands of fleet sailors, with flight testing planned for summer 2026.
ITHEC 2026 Conference Program Finalized, Registration Open
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Registration is open for the International Conference and Exhibition on Thermoplastic Composites, featuring latest developments in welding, repair, recycling, new processes, applications and much more.
Avanco Highlights Thermoplastic Composite Type 4.5 Pressure Vessels
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Combining a plastic liner with thermoplastic composite (TPC) overwrap matches matrix polymers, enables additional benefits for storage applications.
Curve Works Receives Bureau Veritas Approval for 3D Composite Kits Made Via Reconfigurable Mold
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Adaptable mold pioneer in composite parts production for marine, architecture and other markets receives Approval in Principle from classification society for primary load-bearing maritime and shipbuilding construction.
FURHY Publishes Concrete Technological Advances Toward Bio-Based, 100% Recyclable Composites
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Gen 2 Carbon, RINA and OlgunCelik A.S. contributed three new key exploitable results (KERs) for the FURHY project covering nonwoven reinforcements, life cycle assessment and automotive components.
FACC Expansion Adds Digital Twins, ATL, AFP and Pick-and-Place Cells for Aerostructures
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Plant 3 adds 40,000 square meters plus digital workflows and automation for growth in composites and other parts production capabilities/capacity.
Jorgensen Coolant Systems Improve Filtration, Reduce Maintenance
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions’ FlexFiltration coolant management systems feature compact modular designs with advanced customization for integration versatility.
Mikron Rotary Transfer Machine Supports Greater Part Diversity
| Production Machining
IMTS 2026: Mikron introduces the Multistar Next, a flexible CNC rotary transfer machine that combines high-speed production with full CNC control for electrical connector applications.