Hainbuch ID Clamping Mandrel Boosts Machining Stability
| Production Machining
Hainbuch’s Maxxos T-212 mandrel features a hexagonal pyramid clamping interface to increase torque transmission and resistance to vibration.
Non-Return Valve Repeatability: Worn Components or Faulty Process Parameters
| Plastics Technology
Conduct shot-mass repeatability studies to assess non-return valve performance and avoid unnecessary valve replacements and downtime.
Vecoplan impulsa reciclaje con la línea de trituradores VIZ
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
En Plastics Recycling LATAM 2026, Vecoplan presenta su línea VIZ de trituradores, diseñada para procesar una amplia variedad de plásticos.
Weiler Abrasives Achieves Climate Leadership Recognition
| Products Finishing
Weiler Abrasives is one of 11 abrasives companies to achieve recognition from Sustainable European Abrasive Manufacturers (SEAM) for greater than 4% emissions reduction in the 2024 fiscal year.
When Size Dimensions Aren't Enough
Mason Wilson IV | Modern Machine Shop
A lot of what makes modern machining difficult isn’t whether a dimension falls within tolerance; it’s whether the shape actually works once the part is in service. That’s where contour measuring instruments comes into play.
Evaluating drape and impact performance of 2D and 3D woven composites
| CompositesWorld
A recent study demonstrates how advanced textile architectures are shaping the future of damage-tolerant and impact-resistant composite materials for defense.
Janicki to compete in 2026 Ski to Sea Race using company-built, aerospace-grade composites equipment
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
An employee team is entering the relay race with in-house-manufactured skis, bikes, canoes and kayaks that demonstrate Janicki’s proven expertise and explorative manufacturing approaches.
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.
Reviving Moldmaking Through Hands-On Mastery
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Penn State Behrend’s veteran instructors teach through mold autopsies, live industry projects and DoD-backed CNC bootcamps, blending craftsmanship with technology.
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Dürr Optimizes Arm Geometry in EcoRP4 Robot Generation for All Painting Tasks
| Products Finishing
Improved features support automotive part painting lines that handle high volumes and standardized applications.
Filled Composite Thermoset Shielding for Spacecraft: Pic of the Week
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
3D printing could offer a new way to manufacture the Thermal Protection System (TPS) of a spacecraft, as demonstrated in this week’s Pic.
RoboDK CAM reduce tiempos de implementación en mecanizado robótico
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La solución RoboDK CAM permite generar código de robot directamente desde modelos CAD, simplificando la programación y acelerando la implementación de celdas automatizadas.
AMBA Conference 2026 - Industry Award Winners Announced
| MoldMaking Technology
The American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) has announced the recipients of its 2026 industry awards, which recognize outstanding leadership, workforce development, and innovation across the U.S. mold manufacturing industry.
GBI Rebounds in April, Extending Expansion Streak
Mike Shirk | Gardner Intelligence
All key measures improved month-over-month, led by supplier deliveries, production and exports, while capital spending expectations post their first increase in several months.
Clasificación avanzada de PET con tecnología láser de Unisensor
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Unisensor exhibe en Plastics Recycling LATAM su tecnología POWERSORT para clasificación de PET con calidad grado alimentario.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.