MMT Ask the Expert: Servo Control and Hot Runner Temperature Controller Best Practices

| MoldMaking Technology

In this portion of our “Ask the Expert” series, Husky’s Vernon Moss answers some frequently asked questions on servo control and hot runner controllers. This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision.

WFL presentó su centro de mecanizado M50 Millturn

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Christian Jagersberger, gerente regional de ventas en WFL, presentó el centro de mecanizado M50 Millturn enfocado en las necesidades de la industria automotriz y de la construcción.

NASA Brings Technology to New Heights

| Modern Machine Shop

Meet NASA mission system engineer Mike Menzel and learn more about the James Webb Space Telescope at Mitsui Seiki USA’s booth (338700) in the South Hall from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 15.

Palmgren Launches Combination Bench Lathe, Mill

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The 11" bench engine lathe and gear head mill is able to handle a wide range of turning, milling and drilling operations typically found on much larger machinery.

The Best Ways to Spend the Day

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS22: The sheer amount of exhibitors and innovations present at the show is enough to make anyone’s head spin. Don’t be overwhelmed! We asked the experts: What is the best way to get the most of your time at IMTS?

Consistency is Key for this Plating Top Shop

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

A recurring theme from Products Finishing's recent visit to Varland Plating was a commitment to continuous improvement.

Five Trends in Surface Finishing

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

You’re at IMTS because you’re interested in moving your business forward. No matter what role you fill in the manufacturing process chain, it’s important to consider how your parts will be finished. Here are five trends in surface finishing. 

Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining August 2022

Jan Schafer | Production Machining

Precision Machining saw another slowing of GBI growth in August, the magnitude of deceleration smaller than July’s, which was smaller than June’s.
#economics

Showcasing the Benefits of Some Oft-Overlooked Grinders

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

Brent Donaldson of Modern Machine Shop sits down with Supertec's Don Staggenborg to discuss what the IMTS veterans brought to this year's show.

What a 3D Printing Workshop Can Show You

| Additive Manufacturing

Half-day seminar — co-located at IMTS in Chicago’s McCormick Place — focuses on applying 3D printers for tooling and running parts that don’t make sense on traditional machining centers.

Take Proper Care in Feeding Your Extruder

Jim Frankland | Plastics Technology

Everything that happens in an extruder starts at the feed throat, so proper attention to that zone’s temperature pays off in quality and productivity.

DSM Expands and Upgrades Indiana Facility

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Company’s new facility to ensure regional supply of high-performance engineering resins.

9 cosas que no sabía sobre los plásticos y la sostenibilidad

| Plastics Technology México

De acuerdo con This is Plastics, los plásticos son fundamentales para hacer posible un futuro más sustentable mientras se mantiene un alto rendimiento en una amplia variedad de aplicaciones. Estas 9 claves demuestran por qué.

Drop-In Solutions Give Users the Benefits of 3D Printed Mold Tooling

Julia Hider | Additive Manufacturing

3D printed mold components, including ejector pins with venting to eliminate gas traps, can improve performance of traditional injection mold tooling.

Beards of IMTS - Amazing Feats of Beard Engineering

| Production Machining

Manufacturers are a multi-talented bunch, but who knew so many were adept in the facial hair industry? Check out the best of the beards at IMTS!

Horn presentó su nueva línea para la fabricación de engranes rectos y helicoidales

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Carlos Rodríguez, gerente nacional de ventas de Horn en México, indicó que las herramientas de skiving de Horn hacen un engrane en solo 13 segundos.

First Shoe Made from Carbon Emissions

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Swiss sports brand On’s new CleanCloud EVA foam using carbon emissions as a raw material is the result of a collaboration with Borealis, LanzaTech, and Technip Energies.

Estas son las tendencias del color automotriz 2022-2023 según BASF

| Products Finishing México

La firma multinacional prevé que se generará una nueva matriz de valores debido a una reorganización en la mente de las personas, y afirma que hay una creciente necesidad de sostenibilidad y funcionalidad.

North Sea countries target 260 GW of offshore wind energy; onshore wind shows reduced CO2 in U.S.

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Nine EU countries agree to increased installations by 2050 for reduced CO2, a goal proven by a U.S. energy report, citing highest reductions in wind belt states.

United invests $15 million in Eve Air Mobility air taxis

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

The airline signed a purchase agreement for up to 400 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility (UAM).

Hot Runner Technologies Address Efficient Color Change, Independent Control

| MoldMaking Technology

Yudo introduces its ISO diffusion bonding process, Yudo Pack system and Yudrive II servo-driven hot runner systems at this year’s K Show.

Cotesa to manufacture Dronamics long-range cargo drones in Europe

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Composites manufacturer Cotesa will produce Black Swan drones at its German facilities, supporting Dronamics’ goal to launch commercial routes in Europe in 2023.