CompositesWorld presents JEC World 2026 exhibitor lineup

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A concise overview of exhibitor previews received by CW editors outlines some of the companies presenting new developments and technologies to the composites community during JEC World 2026 in Paris. 

Interpon Joins NATSPEC to Simplify Compliant Powder Coatings Specification Across Australia

| Products Finishing

Partnership integrates AkzoNobel brand’s architectural powder coatings into the region’s national specification system, helping architects specify with greater speed, accuracy and confidence.

Emotiv Mobility inaugura instalaciones en Monterrey

| Modern Machine Shop México

Con una nueva oficina y una planta de manufactura Emotiv Mobility busca fortalecer su capacidad operativa en México y Norteamérica.

Albany Engineered Composites highlights production-ready composites manufacturing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: Albany highlights its expanding role in delivering composites solutions as a partner in aerospace and defense programs.

Haidlmair adquiere TFM y amplía su producción de moldes de inyección

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Haidlmair adquirió TFM – Technologie für Metallbearbeitung para integrar la producción de moldes de inyección de hasta 5 toneladas y ampliar sus capacidades de mecanizado CNC y de electroerosión.

Advanced Blending Solutions Fully Integrates Thoreson McCosh Brand

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Move aimed at positioning ABS as complete solutions provider of auxiliary equipment.

French Coupling System Facilitates Mold Temperature Control

| MoldMaking Technology

HASCO Hasenclever GmbH + Co KG introduces the Z8012 French Coupling System featuring Push-Lok technology and expanded Ø5 temperature control system.

Nuevos grados de PA66 no halogenada de Asahi Kasei

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Asahi Kasei demuestra las ventajas de los compuestos LEONA FR en Expo Plásticos: alta resistencia a la flama, propiedades mecánicas estables y marcado láser para trazabilidad.

Thermoplastic Powder Provides Impact, Scratch Resistance

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Thermoplastic powder coating delivers impact-resistant, weather-proof solutions for sporting goods and beyond.

Sandvik Coromant Taps Enable Uninterrupted, Precision Threading

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The CoroTap 100 series of straight-flute cut taps features a high-performance, chipbreaking design that reduces production interruptions and eliminates the need for manual chip removal.

FLASH-COMP project validates integration readiness for more intelligent, defect-free LRI approach

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Consolidation of sensing integration, synchronized data acquisition and geometry-aware physical/digital interfacing within a controlled but representative LRI context completes critical step toward deployment under real production conditions.

Sky Advanced Materials appoints Matrix Composite Materials as U.K. distributor

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Sky boosts access to its lightweight multiaxial carbon fiber fabric reinforcements.

Plyable exhibition underpins extensive tooling, parts consultancy expertise

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2026: The team’s custom-built SaaS platform, vetted team and design challenge experience ensures a rapid and streamlined end-to-end design manufacturing process.

SHD launches MTC700 toughened epoxy prepreg with versatile processing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Based on customer requests, MTC700’s high toughness, thermal capability up to 200°C and dual-cure profile meets the needs of modern motorsport and high-performance manufacturers.

North Technology Group opens applications for Graduate Program

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Global two-year rotational program across Southern Spars, Future Fibres, Hall Spars and RigPro is open to graduates ready to build a career within a globally recognized group of marine engineering brands.

American Magic uses phased array NDT to safeguard composite boat performance

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With the implementation of Evident Scientific tools and systems, the sailing team has improved its in-house inspection capabilities and reduced costly delays.

SPE Automotive opens nominations for Hall of Fame, Most Innovative Use of Plastics awards

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The 55th Awards Gala, taking place Nov. 4, 2026, is open for those interested in submitting winning automotive parts highlighting the game-changing aspect of plastics and polymeric materials.

CONTRAX Austin 2026 Registration Opens

| Additive Manufacturing

Contract manufacturing parts and services buyers from across the industrial supply chain can register to attend the debut event June 24-25 for free. On exhibit: North America’s top industrial parts producers and service providers.

Hamar Laser Measurement System Enables Fast, Accurate Calibration

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The L-703SP surface plate calibration system offers high resolution and accuracy, easy setup and training and fast data collection.

Meviy Batch Dimension, Tolerance Feature Supports CNC Milling Workflows

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Meviy’s batch dimension and tolerance feature improves the user interface, making it faster and easier for engineers and designers to enter dimensions and machining tolerance specifications for holes.

Physical AI Eases Automation of High-Mix Manufacturing

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

A partnership between military shipbuilder Huntington Ingalls Industries and AI-powered robotics company Path Robotics promises to reshape high-mix manufacturing in shipyards and beyond.

Hainbuch celebra 75 años de innovación en tecnología de sujeción

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La empresa alemana Hainbuch, especializada en tecnología de sujeción para mecanizado, celebra 75 años de trayectoria desde su fundación en 1951 por Wilhelm Hainbuch.