New Software Never Solved a Problem. Ever.

Matthew Kirchner | Production Machining

Without planning, process, execution and discipline, investing in new software is a waste of money and time.

NASF Releases May 2022 Policy Update

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

The National Association for Surface Finishing has released its monthly Policy Update, summarizing some of the pertinent regulatory developments and new announcements from the month of May.
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Pentagon Halts Incineration of PFAS Containing Materials

| Products Finishing

The Department of Defense announced that it was temporarily stopping the incineration of PFAS-containing materials until it can issue appropriate disposal guidance.
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EPA Proposes CWA Hazardous Substance Worst Case Discharge Planning Rule

| Products Finishing

EPA has proposed regulations that would require certain facilities to develop and submit a Facility Response Plan to address worst case discharges of Clean Water Act hazardous substances.
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Preventing Corrosion in Small Areas

Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing

Powder coating expert Rodger Talbert discusses how to get proper cleaning and coverage in tight Faraday areas.

Intro to DLP: Learn the Basics of Digital Light Processing Technology

| Plastics Technology

Learn about the key features that are enabling DLP to move into mass production.

VIDEO: What Does Integrated Predictive Modeling Mean to Moldmaking

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Although conformal cooling is not a new concept, new technologies have made it a very hot topic, including predictive engineering models and 3D printing. Learn about a new conformal cooling process and algorithm and what it reveals about hot spots and conformal cooling design.

CARB Releases Draft Regulatory Language for Chromium Plating Rule

| Products Finishing

In draft regulatory language, CARB bans hexavalent chromium plating processes, prohibits any new hexavalent chromium permits, and imposes strict new control measures until the bans take effect.
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UBQ Partners with Polymer-Metallization Specialist Polymertal to Create Lightweight, Sustainable Material for Complex Assemblies with Metallic Functionalities

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Polymertal’s cutting-edge metal plating processes enable production of cost-effective hybrid metal-polymer parts for automotive, aerospace, communications and industrial sectors.

Capture 3D presentó el escáner GOM Scan 1

| Modern Machine Shop México

GOM Scan 1, escáner 3D de luz azul, digitaliza objetos pequeños y medianos para convertirlos en datos de alta calidad.

SUR/FIN Session to Focus on PFAS, Chromium Plating and Automotive Supply Chain

| Products Finishing

Experts from the surface finishing industry, representatives from several automotive OEMs, and government officials will be part of a technical session at SUR/FIN on June 7, 2022 that will focus on the barriers and incentives associated with chromium plating in the automotive supply chain.
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AZZ Inc. Completes Acquisition of Precoat Metals

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

Precoat is a leading independent provider of metal coil coating solutions. The company has approximately 1,100 employees and operates a network of 13 manufacturing facilities with 15 coating lines and 17 processing lines.

Capacitación: elemento clave para el empleo en la industria manufacturera

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Uno de los principales retos en la industria manufacturera de México es la formación de talento y, de acuerdo con especialistas, es necesario acelerar y formalizar el proceso de capacitación generar mejores vínculos laborales.

Preparing a Shop for Automation

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Ensuring a stable, predictable production process can prevent automation from multiplying existing problems.

Blow Molders: Magic Adds Downstream Equipment Division

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Magic of Italy now offers complete blow molding lines from bottle blowing to palletized cartons ready for shipping.

Customized CAM Strategies Improve Five-Axis Blow Mold Machining

| MoldMaking Technology

The proper machining process and workflow can impact blow mold production, making your CAM software selection critical.

BMW utilizará materias primas renovables para sus recubrimientos automotrices

| Products Finishing México

BMW Group será la primera OEM en utilizar las pinturas BASF certificadas según el enfoque de equilibrio de biomasa a fin de reducir el uso de recursos fósiles y minimizar su huella de carbono.

Two New Composite-Ready 3D Printers Launched

| Plastics Technology

Stratasys has added the F190 CR and F370 CR 3D printers to its F123 series of 3D printers along with FDM Nylon-CF10 material reinforced 10% with carbon fiber.

Improving analyses of composite pressure vessels

| CompositesWorld

Accurate geometry modeling and equivalent material property approximations captured by WoundSim will play a role in improving COPV analyses.

Novares inaugura planta para autopartes plásticas en Sonora

| Plastics Technology México

La nueva planta de Novares contó con una inversión de 1.75 millones de dólares y generará 400 nuevos empleos en Santa Ana, Sonora.

Big Daishowa Upgrades Base Master Touch Sensors

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Enhancements include an LED indicator for full series and a side handle for maneuverability on the Master Mini model.

PBT for Sensitive Automotive Electronics in Extremely Challenging Environments

| Plastics Technology

BASF’s Ultradur B4335G3 HR HSP boasts a unique combination of different properties such as outstanding hydrolysis resistance and good flowability