J.M. Huber Corp. signs agreement to acquire the Biolchim Group

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

All companies in the Biolchim Group will now become a part of Huber Engineered Materials division and a key foundation for the Huber AgroSolutions business unit.  

GRP Solutions appointed Miracle Gloss mold release distributor

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Fiberglass supplier acts as Stoner Molding’s exclusive U.K. and Ireland distributor for the semi-permanent mold releases system product.  

Sector europeo de máquinas-herramienta continúa en recuperación en 2022

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

La Asociación Europea de Fabricantes de Máquinas-Herramienta (CECIMO) reportó que, a pesar de las dificultades en la cadena de suministro, se evidencia una reactivación en la producción de máquinas-herramienta.  

Presentan agenda estratégica para el sector aeroespacial 2030

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En Querétaro fue presentada la Agenda Estratégica de las Instituciones de Educación Superior para los Sectores Aeronáutico y Espacial 2030.

America Makes Announces 3 Project Calls Totaling $4.6 Million in Awards

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Project opportunities focus on utilizing additive manufacturing to address immediate and mid-term needs of the domestic supply chain.

Variable-Diameter Air Ring Cools Film Above Frost Line

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Tower-mounted adjustable ring adds cooling so that blown film can run at optimum line speeds with structures having soft inner skin layers that tend to block.

Software Automatically Identifies Suitable Parts for 3D Printing Using 2D Drawings

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The software is designed to automate the complex process which is required to manually analyze a large number of parts.

Aleaciones de aluminio Eural libres de plomo para corte libre

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Las nuevas aleaciones de aluminio de corte libre libres de plomo 2033, 2077 y 6026, desarrolladas por los laboratorios de I+D de Eural cumplen con normativas internacionales actuales y futuras.

En Drinktec, Wittmann Battenfeld exhibirá inyectora eléctrica EcoPower Xpress

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

La máquina de alta velocidad y eficiencia de Wittmann Battenfeld será presentada para los industriales del sector de las bebidas y alimentos líquidos. Allí, producirá tapas de rosca para botellas de HDPE.

RPM International Inc. presentará su grupo de recubrimientos industriales

| Products Finishing México

El holding RPM International presentará su nueva marca de recubrimientos industriales en una feria en Atlanta a celebrarse en agosto.

Lockheed Martin expands development, production of ultra-high temp CMCs with facility expansion

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Targeting current and future needs in hypersonic and aeronautics applications, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works’ Allcomp team is increasing and digitizing its capabilities in ceramic matrix composite (CMC) materials and parts fabrication.

MMT Chats: 3D Printing Molds and Training Moldmakers

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MMT editorial director Christina Fuges and Westminster Tool vice president Hillary Thomas sit down to discuss Westminster Tool's successful partnerships. Get to know more about Westminster Academy and how molds make the world go round. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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MMI presentará sus moldes para inyección de plásticos en Meximold

| Plastics Technology México

Meximold: Mold Makers International Inc., destacó sus moldes para inyección de plásticos y servicios complementarios como cambios de ingeniería y mantenimiento.

Industrial Fiber Laser Solutions for Marking and Traceability

Chris Pasion | MoldMaking Technology

IMTS22: Dapra’s latest industrial-grade fiber laser marking and engraving technology provides reliable performance, fast cycle times and outstanding flexibility to fit any manufacturing environment.

Dura Composites GRP grating installed at Shepperton Marina

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Middlesex-based marina’s novel 26-berth concept now comprises the anti-slip mini-mesh composite grating, with a complete pontoon decking replacement program in the works.  

Second-Generation Control Algorithm Elevates Mold Controller Performance

| MoldMaking Technology

Husky launches a new control algorithm for its line of Altanium mold controllers, with 42% faster heat-up times, 30% less energy use and reported 64% increased productivity.  

Covestro sells additive manufacturing materials business to Stratasys

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New ownership by Stratasys is expected to achieve faster growth, includes Covestro’s R&D facilities, offices and employees in Europe, U.S. and China in the agreement.  

High-Precision Grinders Capture Optimal Surface Finishes

Grace Stubbins | Production Machining

Okamoto Corp.’s ACC-SA1 series and ACC-32·80CHiQ grinding machines are designed to provide precision, flatness and smooth surface finish.

EDM, Precision Milling Technologies Highlight High-Precision Features for the Moldmaking Industry

| MoldMaking Technology

MC Machinery Systems features a range of wire and sinker EDMs, machining centers and automation at IMTS 2022.

High-Precision Grinders Capture Optimal Surface Finishes

Grace Stubbins | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS22: Okamoto Corp.’s ACC-SA1 series and ACC-32·80CHiQ grinding machines are designed to provide precision, flatness and smooth surface finish.

CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: Schuler North America

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

Schuler’s smart control systems are said to achieve high material savings by reducing waste throughout the material cutting, distribution and forming processes.

CAMX 2022 exhibit preview: UAMMI

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

The Utah Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Initiative (UAMMI) brings together academic and industry partners to promote composites industry growth in the state of Utah.