Industria química pide fortalecer el T-MEC
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
ANIQ, CIAC y ACC reforzaron el diálogo trilateral para impulsar cadenas de suministro más competitivas y certidumbre regulatoria.
México y Unión Europea fortalecerán comercio e inversión
| Modern Machine Shop México
La modernización del TLCUEM podría impulsar el comercio bilateral hasta en un 35 %, así como la inversión europea en el país.
Far-UK successfully develops, supplies rGF cab support brackets for Mercedes testing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Lessons learned from the RECOTRANS project bolster support brackets designed with lightweighting, cost, durability and EOL considerations.
ANAV 3D startup delivers large-scale LFAM ecosystem to India
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: Customized composite tooling, architectural designs, industrial fixtures and many other solutions are available through the ANAV 3D platform, powered by CEAD equipment.
Topolo-Truck innovates fiberglass honeycomb panels for caravan body shells
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
SNAPSHOT: GFRTP panels align with environmental trends and enhance core requirements like lightweighting, structural strength and waterproofing.
Aerospace tooling, seaglider mock-up projects illustrate Caracol Heron AM platform production agility
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Two customer projects required agile, large-scale and on-demand fiber-reinforced production models, which Heron AM successfully delivered with 50-70% reduced lead times.
International Composites Summit builds momentum for 2026 event
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
This complementary composites-focused event is expanding in scale in ambition, with growing sponsor and partner engagement promoting a platform built to support real business outcomes.
AIM3D GmbH Brings Pellet 3D Printing to North America
Grace Stubbins | Additive Manufacturing
Identifying a shift from FFF to reinforced and unreinforced pellets, AIM3D is establishing a U.S. application center with partner Schaeffler, backed by work with Ford Motor Co. and Fraunhofer USA Center Midwest. The impact: Ford sees material cost savings and accelerated time to market as potential outcomes from printing with pellets.
Mansory debuts widebody Emperor Signature with full carbon fiber bodywork
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Complete widebody conversion for the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge features forged carbon fiber bodywork, 24-inch wheels and up to 720 horsepower.
April Finishing Index Sustains Growth Momentum
Mike Shirk | Products Finishing
Index climbs to 54.8 with broad-based component gains, while elevated material prices persist as the primary headwind despite a strong outlook.
Before the Knowledge Walks Out the Door
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Explore how mold shops can capture essential shopfloor knowledge before baby boomers retire. Discover real-time voice and video tools that preserve decision-making insights for future technicians.
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Hablemos de plásticos: reciclabilidad de empaques y cumplimiento normativo
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
Las Guías de diseño de la APR evalúan materiales, etiquetas, adhesivos y colorantes de empaques en PET, HDPE, PP y PE para determinar su compatibilidad con sistemas reales de reciclaje. Con las nuevas regulaciones en curso sus criterios se han convertido en referencia de cumplimiento para marcas que operan en múltiples mercados.
Can AI Automate Automation?
Julia Hider | Production Machining
New hardware and software releases from Vention, including some powered by AI, are designed to make advanced automation more accessible to manufacturers.
Ceratizit Milling Tools Enhance Machining of Difficult Aerospace Materials
| Modern Machine Shop
Ceratizit’s MaxiMill milling systems provide greater process security, longer tool life and improved productivity for materials such as hardened steels and superalloys.
3 Principles to Achieve Test Cuts Worth Trusting
John Miller | Modern Machine Shop
A test cut — justified by specific risk, designed on a clean canvas and used to confirm rather than analyze — can expose if uncommon machining traits fit your needs.
Platinum Tooling Live Tools Support Higher RPM
| Production Machining
Platinum Tooling Technologies Inc. expands its line of Heimatec live tools for the Haas BMT turret, offering driven and static tools capable of higher rpm operation.
W&H Completes Expansion of North American HQ
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Machinery manufacturer’s expansion increases operational capacity and supports continued team growth in North America.
Nagel Deep-Hole Drilling Systems Provide Highly Flexible Performance
| Modern Machine Shop
Nagel’s customizable deep-hole drilling machines are fully customizable and can be configured either as stand-alone systems or as fully integrated turnkey solutions.
CDMX lanza 10 ejes para consolidar un Mundial Verde
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
La Ciudad de México presentó Mundial Verde, estrategia con acciones de reciclaje, movilidad sustentable y reducción de plásticos de un solo uso.
United Machining North America Wire EDM and Milling Machines Feature Limited-Edition Models for Precision Manufacturing
| MoldMaking Technology
United Machining North America introduces the Agie Charmilles Cut E 350 Prime and Cut E 600 Prime wire EDM machines as well as the Mikron Mill Mill E 700 U Prime 5-axis milling machine with advanced technologies for high-accuracy applications.
Your Line Knows Before Your Dashboard Does
| Plastics Technology
Dashboards matter. But they don’t lead. Process leads.
Shredding Thin Film: How to Do It Right
| Plastics Technology
While many processors recoil at this task, a little know-how in shredding equipment, processing, and maintenance should add the necessary confidence.