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Nozzle Leak Detector Helps Avoid Costly Repairs, Downtime
| MoldMaking Technology
PCS Company’s Nozzle Leak Detector (NLD) can sense plastic leakage between the mold and the machine nozzle, catching the problem before major maintenance is required.
IMTS 2022 in a Flash
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
With this still being the month of IMTS, I thought I’d highlight some of the technology mold builders have expressed growing interest in and are actively investigating, and what was on the show floor.
Chromatic’s Smooth-Mode Technology for 3D Printing Durable Rubber Parts
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The new technology is well suited for manufacturing rubber bladders and other elastomeric products that expand and contract.
Industria automotriz: plena recuperación en 2022
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Durante enero-agosto de 2022 se produjeron 2,238,153 vehículos ligeros, lo que representó un incremento de 7.85 % con relación al mismo periodo de 2021. Las exportaciones aumentaron 2.43 %.
NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #123: Electrochemical Manufacturing for Energy Applications – 2nd Quarterly Report
| Products Finishing
For 2022, NASF-AESF Foundation Research Board has selected a project on electrodeposition toward developing low-cost and scalable manufacturing processes for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolysis cells for clean transportation and distributed power applications. This report is the 2nd quarterly report, covering work during April-June 2022 and consists of an edited manuscript, “Manufacturing and Thermal Shock Characterization of Porous Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia for Hydrogen Energy Systems.”
Plastics Processing Dips Again in August
Jan Schafer | Plastics Technology
August’s reading has total plastics processing contracting at about the same level and pace as July.
#economics
Hot Runner Mold, Cable Checker Troubleshoots Mold System Failure
| MoldMaking Technology
PCS Company’s MoldXChecker and CableXChecker offerings detect open and shorted circuits and troubleshoots faulty temperature control cables respectively.
Creative Composites Group introduces product upgrades to combat extreme weather, climate change
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
New StormStrong FRP technologies are engineered for key infrastructure projects that need to exceed standard resiliency specifications.
Plastic Omnium announces construction of Compiègne hydrogen storage vessel facility
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Government-funded future factory will produce 80,000 Type IV storage vessels/year, adds to large contacts for design, production of 700-bar hydrogen vessels.
CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Wickert Hydraulic Presses USA
| CompositesWorld
Wickert Hydraulic Presses showcases its custom hydraulic presses and fully automated press systems for demanding composite manufacturing solutions.
People in Composites: September 2022
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Overair, KraussMaffei, Web Industries, Belzona and Boom Supersonic have announced updates to company personnel.
CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Culture iN
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Biodegradable and VOC-free flax-based textile, Varian, offers composites manufacturers a more ecological, environmentally friendly alternative to carbon and glass fiber composites.
Space-saving Right-angle Solution for High-power Applications
| Modern Machine Shop
New MIXO connector modules are designed to minimize space installation requirements.
on Hydrogen, Micromobility, Mining EV Minerals, AV Delivery Bots & More
Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web
More-efficient fuel cell. . .Kenworth/Toyota hydrogen big rigs. . .appropriate e-scooter parking. . .robots in China. . .mining for EV minerals. . .Hyundai Palisade. . .Magna building delivery AVs. . .a fashionable French color
Deflection Elbow Kits for Silo-Top Fill Lines
| Plastics Technology
Allows direct replacement of silo top elbows and piping/tubing, with all preparation done safely at ground level.
Why Today’s ROI Is the Wrong Measure: Seeing Additive Manufacturing for the Transformation It Brings
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
Today’s ROI is based on assumptions and limitations that will change. Here are examples of companies getting ready for tomorrow.
TaipeiPlas Returns in Person
| Plastics Technology
After a 4-year hiatus, TaipeiPlas returned to an in-person event this week at the Nangang Exhibition Center.
Choosing a Five-Axis Machine Tool With Automation in Mind
Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop
While much focus is placed on the machinery that moves parts, the features most important for automating five-axis machining are arguably found in the machine tool itself.
Craftsman Cribsheet No. 110: PMPA Speaking of Precision Podcasts — Safety and Regulatory
Miles Free | Production Machining
PMPA offers daily access to a full range of programs and services — including podcasts covering a wide range of safety and regulatory issues — all designed to help members meet operational challenges and focus on new business opportunities.
#regulations
BASF Advancing E-Coat Applications
Gary S. Vasilash | Products Finishing
Although their e-coatings have been deployed millions of times, BASF Coatings is still learning more.
United Grinding presenta su plataforma C.O.R.E. al mercado latinoamericano
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
United Grinding mostró las capacidades de su plataforma C.O.R.E en distintas máquinas de las marcas Studer, Walter y Mägerle, además de soluciones de automatización para la carga y descarga de piezas, y la nueva rectificadora Walter Helitronic G 200.
Answering the Sustainability Challenge with Digitalization
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Attendees in the molding halls of K can count on exhibits that address two main themes: digitalization and sustainability. Digitalization in the form of smarter pieces of equipment communicating with each other and with plant personnel; and sustainability in the form of greater energy efficiency and the ability to process recycled and renewable resins.