Glass-Filled, Halogen-Free FR PP for E&E, Automotive and More

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Teknor’s Crealen offers excellent flammability ratings and superior glow wire ignition performance while maintaining properties after exposure to moisture and acid.

Cutting Fluid Tailored for Demanding, Multimetal Operations

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Master Fluid Solutions’ Trim E715 cutting fluid is formulated for demanding, multimetal operations to provide superior lubricity and corrosion protection with low residue.

Changes in the Supply Chain and How to Take Advantage of Them in Mexico

| Modern Machine Shop México

Nearshoring has changed the geostrategic outlook of supply in the world, causing many companies to establish their production centers close to OEMs. This situation has benefited Mexico with an estimated potential gain in exports of 35 billion dollars.

Braskem Idesa recibe reconocimiento como Empresa Excepcional

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Braskem Idesa fue reconocida por la dimensión social de sus prácticas y el compromiso de todos sus colaboradores para abordar los desafíos del entorno nacional.

Booth Demos, Learning Opportunities Highlight Second PTXPO

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Trade show for North American plastics processing market will feature an ample exhibit area and free educational programs in molding, extrusion and moldmaking.

Axalta Awarded 2023 Edison Awards for Innovation

| Products Finishing

Axalta products were recognized in the Sustainability, Smart Transportation and Material Science categories.

Hot Runner Nozzles: Internally Heated Vs. Externally Heated

| MoldMaking Technology

Why internally heated nozzles make more economic sense.

Intumescent Coating Provides Up to 3 Hours of Fire Protection

| Products Finishing

PPG Steelguard 951 coating is designed to provide protection against fire and corrosion.

CAMX 2023 abstract, award nomination applications are open

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

To participate in this year’s composites and advanced materials event in Atlanta, Georgia, consider submitting a technical paper/education session abstract by March 8th, or applying for the CAMX/ACE Awards by July 13th.  

SAMPE 2023 Conference and Expo reveals opening keynote

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Electra.aero Founder and CEO John S. Langford will present “Hybrid-Electric Airplanes with Human, Gas Turbine and Fusion Power” at the Seattle event on April 17-20.

Quality Mold Builder Handles Projects of All Sizes

| MoldMaking Technology

Backed by a global customer base, Cavalier Tool strives to bring quality, cost-competitive tooling to the moldmaking industry, driven by diverse design and engineering capabilities.  

Hasco Calls the Moldmaking Community to Donate to ShelterBox Emergency Disaster Relief 

| MoldMaking Technology

Supported by Hasco for several years, ShelterBox provides life-living essentials for victims of natural catastrophes, including the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. Make an invaluable contribution today.  

Joby begins final assembly of company-conforming aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

California-built eVTOL aircraft tests Joby’s matured quality management system in preparation for FAA type and production certifications.  

Kuusakoski announces plans for composite recycling plant in Finland

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New composite shredding and treatment plant in southern Finland will enable the co-processing of composite waste for cement production.  

Siemens Gamesa to establish offshore wind turbine nacelle facility in New York

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Second U.S. facility and several new supplier facilities are intended to build economic, employment and environmental sustainability in the U.S.  

Fixtureworks Offers Clamps and Ball-Lock Fasteners for Quick Changeover

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Fixtureworks’ quick-release clamps, ball-locking pins and fasteners are designed for quick changeover applications and frequent disassembly.

Horizon Microtechnologies’ Micro AM for Conductive, Environmentally Resistant Parts

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The company has developed a template-based 3D microfabrication technology that gives manufacturers the ability to add conductivity to all or selected parts of a 3D-microfabricated template.

VCM in the News Again, Not in a Good Way

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Those three letters, V-C-M, stood out from the headlines of the toxic train wreck in Ohio this past week — bringing up echoes of a time that few may remember today, when the vinyl industry was in an uproar over reports of VCM hazards in the workplace and possibly in PVC food packaging.
#regulations

Production Machining’s February 2023 News Highlights

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Production Machining’s February 2023 news highlights include creation of automation sector at upcoming manufacturing events, new facilities and organization leaders, WiM partnership for career fairs, expanded reseller network and more.

Automation in Thermoforming on the Rise

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Equipment suppliers’ latest innovations exemplify this trend driven by factors such as labor shortages, higher-speed thermoformers and tighter quality control.

FINSA inaugura su tercer parque industrial en Querétaro

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El parque FINSA Querétaro III cuenta con una extensión de 73 hectáreas y ya se encuentran en operación dos empresas logísticas y una del sector metalmecánico.

Novel processes for hybrid thermoset-thermoplastic pultruded parts

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

CFRP pultrusion and pullwinding specialist Epsilon Composite combines thermoplastic overmolding with traditional thermoset processes, demonstrated through aircraft struts and industrial applications.