Norton Abrasive Belts Provide Improved Finishing Performance

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The NORaX N889 belts feature an engineered, high-performance micron-grade aluminum oxide grain structured in a fine 3D pyramid pattern.

LK Metrology System Reduces Carbon Footprint of CMMs

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The EcoAir automatic shut-off unit interrupts the supply of compressed air to the CMM’s air bearings when the machine is idle, leading to substantial energy and cost savings.

Platinum Live Tooling Supports Range of Applications

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

All Base Mount Tooling is supplied with Heimatec’s U-Tec changing system, which is said to provide flexibility to standard ER collet systems.

Pultruded CFRP chassis enables 36% payload increase for specialized commercial vehicles

Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld

CarbonTT’s quadraxial NCF composite chassis adds 185-kilogram capacity to Borco Höhns’ 3.5-ton Fiat Ducato market vehicle.

Anduril to build Arsenal-1 hyperscale facility in Ohio

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The U.S. defense company, featuring platforms like the composite Fury AAV, has selected Columbus as its hub to rapidly ramp up autonomous military manufacturing.

Global trade association The Advanced Carbons Council launches

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Delivered by The Graphene Council, ACC’s mission is to connect and facilitate production, adoption and use of engineered advanced carbons. Those interested are encouraged to join the community.

SPE and Routsis Training Collaborate to Provide Workforce Development Solutions for Plastics Professionals

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

SPE announces a strategic collaboration with Routsis Training to provide plastics processors the opportunity to participate in Routsis Training's comprehensive workforce development solutions. 

Lissmac Grinding Machine Provides Versatile Surface Finishing Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The EBSC grinding machine is capable of processing both tri-dimensional and flat parts, allowing for broader applications across various industries.

Diseño y tecnología transforman el reciclaje de plásticos

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

El reciclaje no solo disminuye residuos: redefine el empaque plástico como un recurso reutilizable en la economía circular. En la pasada edición de Plastics Recycling LATAM, Steve Alexander, presidente de la APR, subrayó que, sin diseño hacia el reciclaje, incluso los mejores sistemas de recolección fracasan. La APR lidera estándares globales que optimizan la reciclabilidad, con casos de éxito en mercados clave como América Latina, donde la colaboración entre reguladores, empresas y recicladores impulsa nuevas tecnologías y fortalece la cadena de valor.

Automating Double-Flank Gear Testing

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

The form and surface finish of individual gears are becoming more demanding. Automated double-flank rolling tests are a particularly realistic measurement that simulates the behavior of the gears in operation.

Craftsman Cribsheet No. 135: ISO Material Groups: Stainless Steel

David Wynn | Production Machining

How to interpret the machinability of various forms of stainless steel.

Heat Exchangers 3D Printed from Haynes Alloy: The Cool Parts Show Bonus

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Heat exchangers used in concentrated solar power must withstand elevated temperatures and pressures, and 3D printing enables the use of materials appropriate to this application. 

Vecoplan lanza plataforma digital para maximizar eficiencia

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Vecoplan presenta el Smart Center (VSC), una solución digital que mejora la eficiencia de máquinas y simplifica el mantenimiento con monitoreo en tiempo real.

Fire protection, 3D printing product line advances composite material options

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2025: Lehvoss Group presents various material offerings that cater to fire-retardant needs in transportation, to FGF printing.

Deep-Sea Drilling Vessel Protected By Marine Coatings

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

China’s first domestically designed ultra deep-sea drilling vessel is being protected by more than 300,000 liters of International marine coatings supplied by AkzoNobel.

Cycle Tek PVC Compounds With Up to 50% Recycled Content

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Compounds for wire and cable applications.

Navigating New Product Development for Moldmakers

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Strategies for moldmakers to effectively manage new product development projects, balancing customer expectations with technical realities.

Development of a composite liquid hydrogen tank for commercial aircraft

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Netherlands consortium advances cryogenic composites testing, tank designs and manufacturing including AFP, hybrid winding, welding of tank components and integrated SHM and H2 sensors for demonstrators in 2025. 

Perstorp expandirá producción de ésteres sintéticos

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Perstorp avanza en la producción de ésteres sintéticos sostenibles, destacándose en sectores emergentes como la refrigeración de centros de datos y soluciones biodegradables.  

MiniLab consortium produces first full-scale thermoplastic composite hydrofoils

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Project advances toward first recyclable foils for ocean racing, part of “Infinite Foil” finalist for JEC Innovation Award 2025.

AM Industry Milestone: EOS Installs 5,000th Industrial 3D Printer

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

EOS, a supplier of AM solutions for industrial 3D printing, announces the installation of its 5,000th industrial 3D printer.

Daher inaugurates third technology center, Fly’in

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Adding to its logistics and composite aerostructures facilities, Fly’in is equipped to advance Daher’s aerospace activities while fostering the emergence of eco-friendly technologies.