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Pultron Composites GFRP rebar addresses facility, marina project challenges
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The company’s Mateenbar GFRP rebar has led to more durable solutions for production of a new medical research center, and to improve structures regularly exposed to harsh marine conditions.
Bcomp, Tras bring bio-based composites to motorcycle racing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Both partners bring composites expertise to collaboration on new racing bike designs, pushing the limits of racing bikes with integration of bio-based materials.
Scorpius Type 5 tanks underpin second Intuitive Machines mission to the moon
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
IM-2 mission launch of Nova-C class lander on March 6 features composite propulsion system infrastructure that will enable successful lunar touchdown, exploration.
Teijin Carbon launches Tenax Next brand, circular carbon fiber
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Progress reducing CO2 emissions and advancing circularity is demonstrated through novel filament yarn short fiber carbon fiber options, as well as the launch of a digital product passport.
Rock Fiber Inc., ReforceTech form ReforceTech Americas
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Joint venture entity will drive the availability and applicability of fiber reinforcement in construction to clients worldwide.
Acciona 2024 results show record turnover, overall business division improvements
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Acciona closed out 2024 with €422 million in profit, record turnover of €19.19 billion and robust evolution in its Infrastructure, Acciona Energía and Nordex businesses.
Reinforce 3D receives €1.2 million investment to support 2025 growth plans
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Production, R&D team and strategic market expansion will scale up the company’s continuous carbon fiber injection technology, composite capabilities.
iSwiss Collet Protects Sensitive Parts During Machining
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
PMTS 2025: The Gold Wave Collet product line is designed to prevent scratching and help preserve the finish of sensitive parts.
Teijin Carbon introduces 36K intermediate modulus carbon fiber
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
High-tensile, high-performance material option is well-suited for demanding applications like pressure vessels.
Industrywide Survey Examines Manufacturers’ Reshoring Decisions
| Plastics Technology
The Reshoring Initiative, in collaboration with Regions Recruiting, is calling on all OEMs, contract manufacturers and distributors to take part in the survey, which is open through March 15.
Molding Machine Maintenance Matters
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
At PTXPO 2025, a focused workshop featuring industry experts will share best practices in molding machine maintenance.
Descaling Systems Eradicate Debris in Cooling Passages and Water Lines
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Distributed by PCS Company, Goodway portable descaling units remove scale, mineral, rust and grime from cooling passages and water lines, which can be within hot runner systems and injection or die cast molds.
Star CNC Swiss-Type Lathe Features Twin-Thread Whirling Unit
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
PMTS 2025: The SD-26 Type S employs a gate-shaped gang-style tool post including two B-axis stations, which are capable of programmable simultaneous five-axis control.
Speedgrip Chuck Systems Provide Reliable Workholding Changeovers
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
PMTS 2025: Speedgrip Chuck Co.’s NDS Quick-Change Mandrel, QCR Quick-Change Receiver and CSC Contactless Stroke Control systems are designed to streamline workholding changeovers.
Powder Coating Week 2025 Offers Industry Education, Networking
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Learn from industry experts and explore the latest technologies at PCI’s Powder Coating Week in Orlando, April 14-16.
Adaptadores de herramientas en máquinas CNC de cinco ejes
Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop México
Las máquinas-herramienta de cinco ejes permiten el mecanizado complejo de piezas en una sola operación, combinando desplazamientos lineales en XYZ con rotaciones en los ejes A o B; sin embargo, el torneado en estas máquinas puede afectar negativamente los rodamientos del husillo. Para abordar este desafío, Burkhardt + Weber ha desarrollado la línea MCT, que incorpora un adaptador de herramientas para torneado, un sistema de control de balance y aislamiento térmico.
Haimer lanza Panther Mill para máximo rendimiento en acero
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Panther Mill, de Haimer, combina precisión, potencia y durabilidad para mecanizado de acero.
Five-Axis CAM Strategies Cut Cycle Time for Two Shops
Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop
After being acquired by the same parent company, two shops found that working together and sharing knowledge improved both of their bottom lines.
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Workshop Addresses How to Injection Mold Bioplastics
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
As demand for bioplastics in products molded from traditional materials grows, injection molders are learning the class of materials presents some unique challenges.
Industry alliance targets closed-loop circularity for nautical construction
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Six partners will deliver a composites circularity model from recycled waste to final boat production as a jumping off point for industries beyond marine.
Advantage Engineering exhibe enfriadores portátiles en Plastimagen
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Advantage Engineering presenta su línea de unidades portátiles de enfriamiento de agua, diseñadas para eficiencia en diversas aplicaciones industriales.
Mastercam Expands CAM Ecosystem With Acquisitions
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Sandvik announces Mastercam’s acquisition of Barefoot CNC, CAD/CAM Solutions, CamTech Engineering Services and CIMCO.