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Super Formula, Bcomp announce sustainable fiber composite bodywork
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Japan’s premiere single-seater race series confirms hybrid composite parts for SF23 chassis as part of Next 50 plan.
Plastic Omnium finalizes HBPO acquisition
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Full ownership of the front-end module (FEM) producer enables Plastic Omnium to develop new modules and systems for the growing electrification trend in the automotive sector.
Becton Dickinson and Company inaugura planta en Tijuana
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Becton, Dickinson and Company invirtió 38.6 millones de dólares en su nueva planta de Tijuana donde producirá dispositivos y tecnologías médicas.
3D Printing Method for Complex Metal-Plastic Composite Structures
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Researchers from Japan and Singapore have developed a new 3D printing technique to create precise patterns on the external and internal surfaces of 3D plastic structures.
Midaco Corporation Launches Automatic Pallet Changer
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The system loads parts on the pallet changer outside of the VMC unattended while the spindle is cutting, freeing the operator to perform other tasks.
New Temperature Controller, Hot Runner for Micromolder
| Plastics Technology
Günther unveiled a new hot runner temperature controller and a specialized hot runner built specifically for the Babyplast line of molding machines at K 2022.
Dillon Manufacturing provee mordazas con dimensiones personalizadas
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Según Dillon Manufacturing, la incorporación de múltiples diámetros de fijación permite a los operarios flexibilidad y la posibilidad de cambiar rápidamente.
Precision Machining Technology Review December 2022: Measurement
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
Production Machining’s December measurement showcase includes some of the latest technology from Haimer, Hamar, Sunnen, OGP, Marposs and Zeiss.
Multi-cavity Hot Runner Design Takes on Bio-based Material Challenges
| MoldMaking Technology
Mold builder teams up with a hot runner supplier to develop a system configuration that produces an eco-friendly, attractive single-serving capsule.
Full Service Powder Coating
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Snapshots of the surface finishing industry.
Drawing design cues from nature: Designing for biomimetic composites, Part 2
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
As biomimetic design continues to inform composites manufacturing, technologies like 3D printing, tailored fiber placement, braiding and filament winding prove strong candidates for making these structures a reality.
3DCeram C101 Easy Ceramic Printer for Development, Prototypes
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The printer is designed for ease of use, offering plug and play for ceramic 3D printing.
Structural Foam Injection Molding Line Extended
| Plastics Technology
At K 2022, Wilmington Machinery introduced the dual-injection Lumina MP1200 medium pressure molding machine.
NUM Opens Second Facility in China
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The new facility — based in Guangzhou, China — will provide customer-focused sales and application development, as well as enhanced customer support services.
RJG Inc. Adds LS Mtron WIZ-55E Molding Machine to North Carolina Training Facility
| MoldMaking Technology
Partnership brings cutting-edge training in scientific molding to RJG’s new facility to further develop future workforce skills.
#workforcedevelopment
Noncontact Vision Measurement System Targets Accuracy, Throughput Needs Inherent to Mold Manufacturing
| MoldMaking Technology
The Mitutoyo Quick Vision Pro Series speeds up run time, incorporates non-stop measurement capabilities and keeps the part in focus for mold and die applications.
Gardner Business Index - November 2022: 47.1
Jan Schafer | Gardner Intelligence
The Gardner Business Index contracted again in November, at a faster rate than that seen in October.
#economics
on Fabric, Retro-Futurism, & What You Can Learn from WD-40
Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web
Sheet metal gives way to fabric. . .Callum’s chair. . .Pininfarina’s e-moped design. . .Volvo EV trucks down under. . .WD-40 on management. . .’23 Prius examined. . .Mercedes-Maybach rolling catwalk. . .
HTE Powder Coatings Take Coverage to the Next Level
| Products Finishing
High-transfer efficient powder coatings deliver cost, time and energy savings.
PCR-Optimized Hot Runner System
| Plastics Technology
Oerlikon HRSflow showcased the special PCR-ready hot runners in two applications—a fruit crate and household compost bin—with the crate molded at K 2022 by Haitian.
Jorge Maquita Nakano, nuevo director general de la AMEE
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La Asociación Mexicana de Envase y Embalaje (AMEE) anunció que el ingeniero Jorge Maquita Nakano es su nuevo director general.
Methods Machine Tools Hires New General Manager
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
William Keim leads Methods’ sales, services and operations throughout Texas and Louisiana.