Hexagon Purus receives first hydrogen distribution systems order for 2024

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Hybrid system will enable German-based Hypion to efficiently transport and refuel hydrogen with the same distribution system.  

Markforged Adds Simulation Feature to Additive Manufacturing Software

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The software’s virtual testing can validate the strength of advanced composite parts and automatically optimize print parameters to lower cost and speed production.

Inician pruebas para envases reciclables de alta barrera para alimentos

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

TotalEnergies, Windmöller & Hölscher y Mitsubishi Chemical reportan éxito en pruebas de empaque de alta barrera, totalmente reciclable, para aplicaciones de grado alimentario.  

Formlabs' Educational Platform Aims to Advance Dental 3D Printing

| Additive Manufacturing

Formlabs’ Dental Academy is an educational platform designed to advance 3D printing technology in dentistry settings.
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Univertical Hires Sales, Marketing Manager

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Univertical Corp. hires Seth Hill as global sales and marketing manager.

Grooving Attachment Streamlines Operation by 75%

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

A grooving attachment enabled Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing to reduce cycle times by over 45 minutes on a high-value, high-nickel part feature.

Advanced Hardcoat Technologies for Automotive

| Plastics Technology

Momentive’s SilFort technology geared to auto exterior applications.

Extending the Repertoire of Blow Molded Nylon Fuel Tanks

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

The second blow molded monolayer nylon 6 auto fuel tank using DSM’s Akulon Fuel Lock is a plug-in hybrid – another first.

When to Introduce Automation Into Your Finishing System

| Products Finishing

Looking to increase productivity for your liquid coating operation? John Owed of Carlisle Fluid Technologies provides examples of how automation can help improve quality and efficiency for paint spray equipment.

Sistemas de canal caliente para compuestos PCR, de Oerlikon HRSflow

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con la producción de  cajas de fruta ecológicas, Oerlikon HRSflow demuestra sus sistemas de colada caliente para el procesamiento de resinas recicladas.

Mixed Bag Ahead for US Metalworking Economy

Jan Schafer | Modern Machine Shop

While what has been an extraordinarily robust manufacturing economy has softened in recent months, and the near-term outlook appears to be more of the same, the overall scenario remains strong. Even a possible recession next year does not appear to be an obstacle to continued growth over the next few years.
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Complete Cleaning/Drying of EV Battery Trays

| Production Machining

This parts washer specifically developed to clean and dry EV battery trays has a processing time of less than 100 seconds per part and processes two battery trays per cycle.

Heidenhain Introduces User-friendly Turning Control

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

TurnPWR was developed for lathe machinists to support manual and automated operation.

Thermoset-thermoplastic joining, natural fibers enable sustainability-focused brake cover

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Award-winning motorcycle brake disc cover showcases potential for KTM Technologies’ Conexus joining technology and flax fiber composites.

Top Five Editorial Advisory Board Favorites

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Based on website analytics measuring our most-viewed content, MMT ranked the top five editorial advisory board article selections. See if you agree.  

Caplugs Offers Webinar Series on Masking Design

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Caplugs Connect platform offers education on product protection solutions.

Axtra3D’s X1 Series 3D Printers Powered by Vat Polymerization Technologies

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The X1 and Revox X1 3D printers are powered by vat polymerization technologies, including Hybrid PhotoSynthesis (HPS), TruLayer technology and the Intelli-Cartridge system to deliver fine resolution, large print area, excellent surface quality and high speed in one machine.

Siemens ofrece soporte virtual a usuarios de CNC

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El programa Virtual Product Expert (VPE), de Siemens, les permite a los usuarios interactuar directamente con un experto en productos CNC de Sinumerik y tener respuesta a sus preguntas específicas de operación y programación.

November Most-Viewed Stories

| Plastics Technology

Take a look at what the top stories read by Plastic Technology visitors for the month of November.

NIR Sortable Dark Colorants Get Green Light from APR

| Plastics Technology

Avient’s OnColor NIR line are preferred for HDPE in black and dark colors and similar recognition is being sought for PP.

Meltio Augments Wire-Laser Metal 3D Printing Technology for Easier Use, Reliability

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The latest technology was developed to make the M450 metal 3D printer, Engine CNC Integration and Engine Robot Integration faster, more precise, easier to use and more reliable.

Robot Guide Streamlines the Automation Process

| MoldMaking Technology

The KUKA guide, accessible online, presents manufacturers robot options based on industry, application and environment for an optimal automation match.