Conbility delivers laser-safe TPC winding cell to FIBRE Bremen

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Turnkey winding system will support the German institute’s aerospace R&D efforts, including LATW, tape placement with in situ consolidation and a later thermoset upgrade.

Single Valve Gate Offers Cost-Effective, Efficient Solution for Injection Molds

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

PCS Company has expanded its product offerings with the Single Valve Gate, a cost-effective and efficient solution for single cavity injection molds.  

PTXPO On Display: Wittmann M8

Sarah Barnett | Plastics Technology

Get a preview of technology you’ll see live on the Plastics Technology Expo show floor March 18-20 in Rosemont, Illinois. 

CAI Additives Offers ST FR6 for PVC Wire and Cable

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

ST-FR6 is a flame retardant alternative to antimony trioxide.

Speedgrip Chuck Systems Provide Reliable Workholding Changeovers

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

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.

Engis Milling Tool Enables High Stock Removal Rates

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

PMTS 2025: The Engis ElectroMill is designed to produce high-quality, flat milled surfaces, even if an interrupted cut is present or multiple materials need to be machined simultaneously.

M&M Quality Grinding Bars Support High-Volume Production

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS 2025: M&M Quality Grinding provides precision grinding services for a variety of materials, including titanium, stainless steel, alloys and plastics.

National Plating Co. Acquires Milwaukee Plating Co.

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

National Plating Co. is targeting operational capacity expansion and a move into new, key markets.

Tungaloy amplía capacidades de ranurado interno con nuevos insertos

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El inserto tipo STV, de Tungaloy, mejora la productividad en ranurados y perfiles internos complejos.

Coca-Cola responde a aranceles con más PET y menos latas de aluminio

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Coca-Cola modificará su estrategia de embalaje tras el alza de aranceles al aluminio en Estados Unidos, priorizando las botellas de PET.  

Micro-learning courses broaden composites learning opportunities

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2025: Composites Expert is rolling out the Micro-Learning format for E-Learning Composites Academy, giving designed to enable a wide audience to discover and deepen their composites knowledge.

Turning the Corner on Virtual Machining and Simulation

John Miller | Modern Machine Shop

Simulation software’s effectiveness comes down to proper implementation and alignment with shop priorities. 

Beyond filament winding: Fabricator expands into sensor technology, hydrogen tanks and more

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

CW Top Shops 2024 honoree B&T Composites’ story includes diversification into new markets and technologies like photonics-based structural health monitoring, aerospace and hydrogen tanks.

3D Printing Sets Sail in Nautics: V2 Group, Caracol Create Large-Format, 3D Printed Monolithic Boat

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

The collaboration between these two European companies strengthens their leadership in nautical and naval innovation, positioning 3D printing as a key solution to tackle the future challenges of the industry.

Monaghan Drills Features Optimized Chip Evacuation

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The R4 Speed Drill Series features a two-flute geometry that provides optimal stability and reduces cutting forces.

Simplifying Cooling Design With Advanced Automation

| MoldMaking Technology

CAD/CAM software with automated mold design features streamlines waterline, baffle and conformal cooling design, making it easier to act on insights from flow analysis.

Bulk, Solid and Melt Density: How to Calculate These Values and Why They Matter β€” Part 2 of 2

| Plastics Technology

Understanding and calculating solid density and melt density will help molders with everything from material and machine selection to determining piece part costs.

MC Machinery Systems Inc. Appoints Marketing Manager

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Michelle Moody will lead marketing strategy, brand development and digital initiatives to enhance the company’s presence in the manufacturing industry.

Reusable silicone vacuum membrane advances closed composite molding techniques

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2025: Elkem Silicones showcases its Bluesil RTV 3724 A&B silicone technology, made in collaboration with MVP, for creating durable, reusable vacuum bags.

Production Machining's February 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s February 2025 news highlights include industry events, new partnerships, acquisitions, leadership changes and more.

Outsource the Powder Coating Process With These Steps

| Products Finishing

Parker Ionics’ President John Cole offers a step-by-step process for finding a company to outsource your powder coating process.  

Horn Broaching System Streamlines Production Operations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS 2025: The AR15 magwell broaching system enables manufacturers to achieve precise broaching directly within the CNC cycle, eliminating the need for a dedicated vertical broaching machine.