Mastercam Mill agiliza el proceso de mecanizado multieje

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El paquete de software Mastercam Mill incluye funciones multieje, mejoras 3D y trayectorias 2D de alta velocidad.

VIDEO: Explaining MoldMaking Versus Mold Manufacturing

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

To understand how training has been impacted we first need to understand the differences between a few key concepts. What is moldmaking vs. mold manufacturing? Who is a mold designer vs. a mold engineer?

DN Solutions Introduces High-Productivity Vertical Machining Center

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The SVM 5100L’s performance has been optimized to reduce the acceleration/deceleration times of the XYZ axes and spindle, reducing non-cutting time.

Corrosion Prevention: How to Avoid the Enemy of Metal Parts

| Production Machining

This chemical reaction that is a constant, indiscriminate and costly enemy of metal parts is preventable, but intentional measures must be taken and become an essential process within a company’s walls.

DMG MORI Partners With Illinois Tech to Open Chicago Training Center

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The partners hope to play a critical role in preparing the workers needed to revive the advanced manufacturing industry in the U.S., including the semiconductor industry.
#workforcedevelopment

Engel Introduces Pay Per Use Option

| Plastics Technology

The company says the pay-per-use model allows its customers to make payments based on machine utilization.

Eastman Machine automated cutting equipment increases HanseYacht efficiencies by 85%

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Since implementation of its first conveyorized cutting system, the recreational boatbuilder regularly seeks ways to improve its composite material handling processes.  

Hydraulic Chucks, Reduction Sleeves Reduce Toolholding Complications

| MoldMaking Technology

Seco Tools offers a comprehensive range of hydraulic chucks and accompany reduction sleeves, eliminating risk and additional maintenance for mold and die-makers, and less required tooling.  

People in composites: December 2022

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

End-of-the-year people roundup includes new hires, promotion announcements and more from OSG USA, Web Industries, BriskHeat, KraussMaffei Group and The Gill Corp.

Hypertherm Associates introduces 2021 Corporate Culture and Social Responsibility Report

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New report highlights the company’s work to further embed inclusion and diversity into its workplace, volunteer in the community and drive environmental sustainability.  

Markforged Billerica manufacturing facility achieves ISO 9001:2015 certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Certification reflects Markforged’s customer-centric culture built around quality and reliability in the additive manufacturing space.  
#regulations

Tequila Campo Azul estrena tapas sustentables hechas con PolyAgave

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Tequila Campo Azul, BioSolutions y Guala Closures sumaron talentos para el desarrollo de las tapas de las botellas para el tequila blanco, reposado, añejo y cristal, utilizando PolyAgave.  

La transformación hacia la fábrica digital

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

De acuerdo con una encuesta de la firma PwC, a escala mundial las empresas industriales invierten alrededor de 1.1 billones de dólares al año en soluciones de transformación digital.

GE Names Alexander Schmitz CEO of GE Additive

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Based in Munich, Schmitz will join the company in mid-January 2023 and report to Riccardo Procacci, former CEO who takes on expanded role at GE Aerospace.

Mazak Integrex i-100HS Multitasking Machine for Complex Part Applications

Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop

The Integrex i-100HS multitasking machine combines the abilities of a full-function machining center and a high-powered turning center to produce small- and medium-sized workpieces in single setups.

New Michigan Legislation Alters Waste Management and Recycling Policy

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Amendments to the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act are aimed at promoting recycling.

Heidenhain presenta su nuevo control de torneado TurnPWR

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El control TurnPWR ofrece a los operarios de tornos un control de torneado fácil de usar con características innovadoras de serie.

How Additive Manufacturing Can Help, Not Hinder, Injection Moldability of New Designs

| MoldMaking Technology

Four cost drivers — design for moldability, mold base size, internal componentry and polish/custom finishing — dictate the financial and processing success of a molded part design. Learn how 3D printing can assist this process, while also understanding potential pitfalls.

ABC Technologies to Acquire Windsor Mold Group Technologies

| Plastics Technology

The Tier One automotive supplier with compounding and blowmolding machine capabilities adds the 50-yr-old molder and moldmaker.

SPE Automotive Awards Applaud ‘Firsts’ and Emerging Technologies

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The 51st annual SPE Automotive Innovation awards gave nods to several ‘firsts’ and added alternative vehicle systems category.  

Uniformity Labs Develops Ultralow Porosity Stainless Steel Powder for LPBF

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The ultralow porosity UniFuse 316L 90-micron stainless steel powder features corrosion resistance, high flexibility and excellent mechanical properties at extreme temperatures.

Jig Borer Series Meets Increasing Accuracy Needs for Molds, Castings Workpieces

| MoldMaking Technology

J12/J16 jig borer series from Mitsui Seiki combines large capacity and high precision to process a large range of part sizes.