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.
hyperMILL 2026 amplía estrategias CAM para mecanizado de cinco ejes
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La nueva versión del software CAD/CAM incorpora mejoras en acabado, desbarbado, mecanizado de material remanente, simulación de herramientas y programación para piezas torneadas y torno-fresadas.
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.
Exportación de la industria automotriz crece en el primer semestre pese a menor producción
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Entre enero y junio de 2026 se exportaron 1.689.245 vehículos ligeros, lo que supuso un incremento del 1.38 % con respecto al mismo período de 2025.
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.
Understanding Hot Runner Temperature Controllers
| Plastics Technology
Learn what’s new and what’s possible in the various hot runner temperature controller formats, including modular, GUI-style and advanced GUI-style systems.
AMBA Prepares for NPE2027 with New AMBA-Member Pavilion
| MoldMaking Technology
The American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) has announced that, for the first time, the association has coordinated an AMBA member-exclusive pavilion at NPE2027: The Plastics Show®, May 3-7, 2027.
DN Solutions Multitasking Turn-Mill Center Expands Single-Setup Machining Access
| Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2026: DN Solutions showcases the DNX 2100SB multitasking turn-mill center, featuring twin turning spindles and a high-speed milling spindle for six-sided machining of complex parts in a single setup.
Exportaciones manufactureras crecen 25.1 % en mayo
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El aumento más significativo se observó en las exportaciones de maquinaria y equipo especial para diversas industrias, con un 98.1 %.
Salt Spray Versus Cyclic Corrosion Testing: What's the Difference?
| Products Finishing
Both methods evaluate corrosion resistance, but they don’t always produce the same results. Understanding the key differences can help suppliers stay ahead of evolving automotive OEM requirements.
CNC-Cut Foam Core Kits Reduce Resin Use, Improve Mold Fit
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2026: Diab's Advanced Kits use proprietary CNC cutting and custom software to match local mold curvature and cut resin consumption.
Automated Microscope from Nikon Simplifies Industrial Inspection and Quality Control
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
The Eclipse LV100AMS is a one-click automated microscope with motorized control, automated image acquisition and AI-powered analysis.
Eastman Tritan Copolyester Supports BPA-Free Chocolate Mold Production
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Cabrellon Srl expands its portfolio with Tritan Renew copolyester, adding 25% certified recycled content.
Seco mejora el control de viruta con portaherramientas Jetstream Tooling M-Clamp
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Los nuevos portaherramientas para insertos grandes combinan suministro dirigido de refrigerante a alta presión, doble sujeción y abrazaderas fabricadas aditivamente para aplicaciones de mecanizado exigentes.
Phillips Corporation Containerized Hybrid Manufacturing System Supports Navy Expeditionary Readiness
| Additive Manufacturing
Phillips Federal is deploying a containerized Haas TM-1P CNC platform integrated with Meltio Blue wire-laser metal additive manufacturing technology aboard the USS Essex (LHD-2) as part of RIMPAC 2026. Production at sea: The exercise evaluates the feasibility of expeditionary manufacturing for maritime applications.