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Performance Digital Comparators Offer an Alternative to Bench Amplifiers
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
Electronics today allow for matching the linear variable differential transformer performance and digital indicator size into a new digital comparator that provides even more value than traditional bench amplifiers.
Wenew: ecosistema global de economía circular de Braskem Idesa
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
Wenew reúne todos los productos, iniciativas, alianzas y proyectos que Braskem Idesa desarrolla para potencializar su acción en pro de la economía circular.
U.S. Supreme Court Hears Oral Argument on WOTUS
| Products Finishing
Stakeholders looking to Supreme Court for much-needed clarity on the definition of waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act.
#regulations
Technology Roundup: The K Show Experience
| MoldMaking Technology
Catch a glimpse into technologies for plastics, rubber, injection molding, hot runners, sustainability and more being showcased at this year’s K 2022.
Momentive Launches New LSRs
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Included are FR grades for hard-soft composites, grades for thick-walled parts, and advanced self-lubricating grades.
What Should Machinists Know About In-Machine Probing?
John Miller | Modern Machine Shop
In-machine probing doesn’t reach the power of CMMs but can still be useful for pre- and mid-process control, as well as for “rough screening” of parts.
When the Stakes are High, Clean
| Products Finishing
Precision cleaning is critical for finishing aerospace oxygen system parts.
Equipment Supplier Sees Demand for Circular Plastics Gathering Momentum
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
VDMA interviewed Martina Schmidt, head of recycling business unit at Vecoplan AG
Sorting Mixed Plastics by Color and Type
| Plastics Technology
Steinert will demonstrate plastic sorting technology at K 2022.
Delta, Joby Aviation partner to deliver sustainable home-to-airport transportation
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Sixty-million upfront equity investment will integrate Joby-operated eVTOL services into Delta customer-facing channels, beginning in New York and Los Angeles.
Submicron-Grade Carbide End Mills Achieves Material Removal Versatility
| MoldMaking Technology
Greenleaf Corp. introduces the high-performance Greenleaf-360 cutting tools combining strength, toughness and heat resistance for machining material capabilities in industries like medical and mold and die.
Scott Bader partners with Elixir for Crestabond distribution in India
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Crestabond MMA structural adhesives range will continue to drive advanced composites growth in India, in addition to Scott Bader’s global expertise and local technical support.
Digital Tool Services Solve, Troubleshoot Coating, Finishing Issues for Molds
| MoldMaking Technology
Bales Metal Surface Solutions has launched three digital tools — Bales Mold Doctor, Coatings Comparison Tool and a Preventative Maintenance Video Series — to extend its finishing expertise and quality customer service online.
30 Under 30: The New Face of Moldmaking
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Young professionals are vital to the moldmaking industry, and it is important to acknowledge those making strides in shaping the industry's future. MoldMaking Technology recognizes the industry's young talent through its inaugural 30-Under-30 Honors Program.
#workforcedevelopment
K 2022: New and Established Hot Runner, Mold and Injection Technology
| Plastics Technology
Mold-Masters will showcase numerous hot runner systems, controllers and auxiliary injection units at K 2022.
Forvia brand Faurecia exhibits XL CGH2 tank, cryogenic LH2 storage solution for heavy-duty trucks
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Part of its full hydrogen solutions portfolio at IAA Transportation 2022, Faurecia also highlighted sustainable thermoplastic tanks and smart tanks for better safety via structural integrity monitoring.
Siemens Gamesa upgrades 5.X onshore wind platform, reaches 100 installations
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Seven-megawatt wind turbine variant has reached more than 4.5 gigawatts in sales globally since its launch, and is installed in six European wind farms.
Tri-Mack introduces thin, lightweight thermoplastic composite enclosures
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Durable, low-cost manufacturing support wide range of industrial uses, with option for embedded EMI shielding.
Battery enclosure demonstrator testing proves EV feasibility, launches series production projects
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Kautex Textron and Lanxess jointly developed and tested a PA6 technology demonstrator, reinforced with locally placed continuous fiber blanks, which passed all important mechanical, thermal tests.
Parts Cleaning Conference 2022 Featured Successful Forum
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
Planning for PCC 2023 at PMTS 2023 is already underway with the opening of the Call for Speakers.
Valve Finishes
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Nickel and chrome plated brass plumbing valve bodies by Everbright Metal Finishers.
Next-Generation Pelletizers
| Plastics Technology
Bay Plastics Machinery Inc. (BPM) will be unveiling what it calls the next generation of pelletizing technology at K 2022 in Düsseldorf, Germany.