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Price, performance, protection: EV battery enclosures, Part 1
Peggy Malnati | CompositesWorld
Composite technologies are growing in use as suppliers continue efforts to meet more demanding requirements for EV battery enclosures.
Large Diameter BTA Drilling Machine With 3-Axis Capability
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
IMTS 2022: The TechniDrill TBTA-3A-6 can drill a 6-inch diameter hole from solid in a single pass and has 3-axis capability.
Precision Inspection System for Electric Vehicle Components
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
IMTS 2022: Marposs’ OptoCloud EDU uses multiple laser heads in tandem with contact sensors for measurement and vision inspection.
Estrena FANUC México nueva sede en Aguascalientes
Rosario Taracena | Products Finishing México
FANUC México cuenta con una nueva sede de robótica y automatización en el estado Aguascalientes que se suma a otros 270 puntos de operación de la firma en todo el mundo.
Plastics Industry Association Appoints New VP of Communications
Chris Pasion | MoldMaking Technology
Stephanie Strategos Polis will lead all communication efforts on behalf of the Plastics Industry Association.
Large Diameter BTA Drilling Machine With 3-Axis Capability
Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2022: The TechniDrill TBTA-3A-6 can drill a 6-inch diameter hole from solid in a single pass and has 3-axis capability.
CJ Bio’s Amorphous PHA Demonstrates Excellent Biodegradability in Marine environment
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
The tests of the bioplastic, a semi-crystalline PHA and a PLA were conducted by the national Korean testing agency (KCL)
NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #121: Development of a Sustainability Metrics System and a Technical Solution Method for Sustainable Metal Finishing - 8th Quarterly Report
| Products Finishing
This NASF-AESF Foundation research project report covers the eighth quarter of project work (January-March 2022) at Wayne State University in Detroit. The major activities in this report period are: (1) the development of a sustainability assessment method for technology evaluation with case studies, and (2) a continuous development of a software tool for sustainability assessment.
When Manufacturers Should Use 3D Measurement for Surface Finishing
George Schuetz | Products Finishing
Two-dimensional (2D) surface profiling systems are the standard for quality assurance in manufacturing, but some applications demand 3D measurement systems.
NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #120: Electrochemical Destruction of Perfluorooctanesulfonate in Electroplating Wastewaters – 7th & 8th Quarter Report
| Products Finishing
This NASF-AESF Foundation research project report covers the seventh and eighth quarters of project work (October 2021-March 2022) at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The major activities reported are: (1) to investigate 6:2 FTS oxidation, a common replacement compound for PFOS in the electroplating industry, and (2) PFAS oxidation in both a wastewater sample procured from an electroplating facility and in synthetic solutions.
What to Do About Weak Weld Lines
John Bozzelli | Plastics Technology
Weld or knit lines are perhaps the most common and difficult injection molding defect to eliminate.
Trexel Broadens Support for Foam Blow Molding
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
Agreement with MuCell Extrusion allows Trexel to pursue foam blow molding in packaging as well as automotive.
To Scale Additive Manufacturing, Separate Design and Production
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Spokbee’s online marketplace is designed to ease the launch and sale of customizable, 3D printed products. Its flexibility comes from cloud-based CAD and a distributed network of service bureaus for production.
CGTech Demonstrates Vericut 9.3
| Modern Machine Shop
The latest version of CNC simulation software incorporates improvements and new features focusing on using data for more informed manufacturing.
Digital Manufacturing. Implemented.
| Additive Manufacturing
Additive manufacturing technologies have accelerated to improve performance, lower life cycle costs and help reshore production, all of which are helping to revolutionize manufacturing. Check out the latest AM technologies at IMTS 2022 and learn how these technologies can improve your bottom line.
Buying a Lathe: The Basics
| Modern Machine Shop
Lathes represent some of the oldest machining technology, but it’s still helpful to remember the basics when considering the purchase of a new turning machine.
Today’s B2B Buyers Are Calling the Tune
| Gardner Web
B2B marketing is a dance between the marketer and the customer. The marketer must cater to the potential purchaser’s desire for more information, providing it until the right moment comes to convert the prospect into a customer.
#customerfocus
Wickert commissions composite press for ballistic plate production
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Wickert reports an increasing interest in complete presses used to produce composites-intensive armor for civilian and military vehicles, ships and aircraft.
Compact Milling Machine Built to Reduce Cutting Time
Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS22: Hurco releases the VM15Di, which is built to reduce cutting times and heat transfer while producing improved surface finishes.
Hyundai Motor, Supernal unveil eVTOL vehicle cabin concept
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Concept details — such as CFRTP material incorporation, a biomimetic design and a focus on safety — provide a first look at how Hyundai integrate its mobility capabilities to develop commercial urban, regional air vehicles.
Airbus invests in clean hydrogen infrastructure investment fund
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The largest in the world, Hy24’s investment fund is expected to provide financial capital to back large-scale green hydrogen infrastructure projects worldwide.
Fortify, polySpectra awarded $3 million by DOE to advance 3D-printed tooling
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Fortify is to develop inexpensive, durable solutions for lightweighting automotive components using polymers, composites and metals, advancing vehicle part commercialization.