AkzoNobel Portal Provides 24/7 Access to Powder Coatings in Mexico

| Products Finishing

My Interpon Portal, a digital hub for product search, technical data, ordering and tracking, is paired with a Ready-to-Ship range of 54 Interpon powder coatings available from stock.

Meximold 2026: referente nacional en manufactura de moldes

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La séptima edición del evento, organizado por Gardner Business Media y la AMMMT, se realizará los días 14 y 15 de octubre en el Querétaro Centro de Congresos. La feria reunirá a más de 130 expositores, 150 equipos en funcionamiento y 24 conferencias técnicas sobre automatización, manufactura aditiva y moldeo por inyección de plásticos.

30 Under 30: Continuing to Spotlight Rising Talent

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Precision-driven CNC manager delivering consistent results, mentoring teammates and advancing moldmaking through strong technical skill, leadership and continuous improvement.

Daher CFRTP wing rib survives ultimate load without failure in structural bench test

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: The infrared-welded, 64-ply thermoplastic rib withstood combined 25-tonne compression and 25-tonne shear loads at Cetim's test facility, validating a critical loading case representative of a single-aisle wing.

NPE2027 integra programa técnico de ANTEC por primera vez

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La Asociación de la Industria del Plástico (PLASTICS) anunció que el programa educativo de NPE2027 será desarrollado por ANTEC, la conferencia técnica anual de la Sociedad de Ingenieros del Plástico (SPE).

Mastercam 2026.R2 integra simulación acelerada y asistencia con inteligencia artificial

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La nueva versión de Mastercam incorpora simulación hasta 10 veces más rápida y funciones de programación asistida mediante IA.

Electron Beam Melting with Tungsten: The Cool Parts Show Bonus

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Why is tungsten a desirable material for nuclear fusion and other demanding applications? And why is electron beam melting a good match for this refractory metal? We answer these questions and more in this follow-up to episode #87. 

Manufactura mexicana mantiene avance apoyada por sectores vinculados a IA

| Modern Machine Shop México

El Indicador Multidimensional de la Manufactura de BBVA Research creció 2.9 % en abril y acumuló ocho meses en terreno positivo, impulsado por ramas tecnológicas asociadas a infraestructura digital y procesamiento de datos, pese a la debilidad de sectores tradicionales como el automotriz.

Sherwin-Williams Named John Deere's 2025 Top Supplier of the Year

| Products Finishing

Sherwin-Williams earned John Deere's highest supplier rating — Partner-level status — plus the Indirect Global Supplier of the Year title, recognizing its quality coatings and commitment to continuous improvement.

Industry shows successful integration of flax-linen, hemp fiber into advanced composites processes

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Natural fiber composites are quickly emerging as serious contenders across demanding sectors, with proven use in filament winding, 3D printing, AFP and other automated processing techniques.  

Haddy scales AI-enabled, adaptative AM microfactories with Siemens Xcelerator platform

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Adoption of a D&M digital thread and software-defined manufacturing will help Haddy further scale local production and use of circular materials like polymer composites for furniture, marine and defense.

Czech composites association becomes EuCIA member

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Association for Technical Support and Promotion of Polymer Composites will support EuCIA’s composites circularity efforts within the EU.

Autoneum BEV battery lid prototype unites multifunctionality and composites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Integration of multiple protective functions in a single lightweight part simplifies battery pack designs and elevates safety and efficiency for EV platforms.

NordSpace installs robotic AFP systems, progresses build of launch vehicle tanks and primary structures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SNAPSHOT: Vertical manufacturing integration with Addcomp equipment lays the path for Canadian space sovereignty through Tundra and Titan launchers.

TPRC study considers hybrid epoxy-LMPAEK composite co-cured joints

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Research looks to co-curing approach as an alternative to directly connect thermoplastic and thermoset composite configurations without intermediates like rivets or adhesives.

From Curiosity to Capability

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

A mold shop’s AI journey shows how experimentation, internal talent and practical problem-solving can turn uncertainty into momentum and opportunity.

NSK Spindle System Streamlines Small-Tool Machining

| Production Machining

IMTS 2026: NSK America Corp.'s iSpeed5 is a fully tool-changeable, independent electric motor spindle system available in 60,000 and 80,000 rpm configurations, designed to expand small-diameter tooling capability on standard machining centers.

Sistema de brochado de ranuras de Horn amplía capacidades en diámetros pequeños

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El sistema de brochado de ranuras de Horn incorpora insertos tipo 117 para diámetros internos desde 9 mm, con menor consumo de carburo y mayor flexibilidad de aplicación.

Wilton Vises Provide Durable Performance for Range of Workpieces

| Modern Machine Shop

Wilton expands its Apprentice vise line to include six models suitable for small shop owners, automotive mechanics and MRO technicians.

Think ‘Process’ as you Plan for IMTS 2026

Derek Korn | Production Machining

High-volume machining operations are more apt to think about the entire process of producing parts beyond the machine tools themselves. All such technology will be on display at IMTS this September.

Himed and Adva Cera Partnership Streamlines Path from 3D Printed Bioceramic Prototypes to Production

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

Himed and Adva Cera announce a strategic partnership to provide medtech companies a seamless, fully domestic development-to-production pathway for 3D printed devices used in dental, orthopedic and spinal applications. Material focus: The partnership centers on components made from calcium phosphate, a mineral phase of bone itself. 

Webinar Recap: Streamlining Swiss Machining Through Automation

| Production Machining

See how CAMWorks 2026 cuts Swiss-style CNC programming time by 70%+ with automatic feature recognition, full machine simulation, and smart segmentation tools.