NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #121: Development of a Sustainability Metrics System and a Technical Solution Method for Sustainable Metal Finishing - 7th Quarterly Report

| Products Finishing

Development of a Sustainability Metrics System and a Technical Solution Method for Sustainable Metal Finishing

Solvay y Mitsubishi Chemical se asocian para reciclar componentes médicos

| Plastics Technology México

Los equipos médicos fabricados con el termoplástico de polisulfona (PSU) Udel, de Solvay, se reciclarán al final de su vida útil gracias a un acuerdo con Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials (MCAM).

Tri-Mer Offers Tanks for Range of Processes

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

The company develops tanks using rugged, long-life materials that won't delaminate or embrittle, even with exposure to aggressive chemicals over long periods of time.

PAMA Supports 3D Printing Innovation, Standards

| Additive Manufacturing

PAMA is a collaboration between the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and RadTech, the nonprofit trade association dedicated to advancing ultraviolet and electron beam technology.
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Fast Radius Completes Merger with ECP

| Additive Manufacturing

The combined company is doing business as “Fast Radius Inc.” and is led by Fast Radius’ existing management team.

Precision, Small-Diameter Micro Pins

| MoldMaking Technology

Custom core pin supplier, Punch Industry USA, highlights its supply of steel and carbide micro pins for injection molders, as well as other offerings and competencies.

on Jeeps (Hybrid and Longer), Autonomous Tech for Lawn Mowers, & a Look at the Hyundai Kona

Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web

The Jeep Grand Cherokee gets an electric boost. . .The Jeep Grand Wagoneer gets extra length. . .Autonomy comes to commercial lawn mowing. . .Diesel sales in Europe sustained by hybrid architectures. . .The Hyundai Kona: is it really a crossover?

LFT-D Thrives in Automotive and Other Durables

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Teijin Automotive acquires its 10th direct long-fiber thermoplastic system as demand for this technology soars.

Nexa3D y Addifab se unen para imprimir herramentales en 3D

| Plastics Technology México

La asociación entre Nexa3D y Addifab permite ampliar las capacidades del moldeo por inyección con impresión 3D ultrarrápida de gran formato.

Find Manufacturing Cleaning Webinars Here

Lori Beckman | Production Machining

Although the pandemic might have made us weary of sitting in front of a screen for too long, webinars still have a significant place in the business world as a quick way to provide education.  

Hemco's Enclosures Contain, Control Airborne Particulates

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

Hemco Corporation’s Controlled Containment System Enclosures protect processes and the surrounding environment from contamination.

Interpon Publishes White Paper Detailing Corrosion Prevention

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

“Innovations and Solutions in Corrosion Protection” explains how to accurately benchmark competing products to ensure like-for-like comparisons and judgments are made.

Long-fiber liquid crystal polymers

Peggy Malnati | CompositesWorld

High-performance, injection moldable grades to be offered with long glass, carbon fiber options.

Foster is Now Marketing Partner for Porex Virtek Sintered PTFE Membrane Technology for the Healthcare Market

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Company to provide sales, tech and order fulfillment support the technology through its U.S. locations in Connecticut and Nevada.

Gestión de la obsolescencia de productos de bajo volumen y alta complejidad

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

De acuerdo con un reporte de McKinsey & Company, los componentes internos como semiconductores, placas electrónicas o las piezas mecánicas tienen ciclos de vida más cortos, por lo que se debe adoptar un enfoque proactivo y sistemático que ayude a los OEM a abordar los costos.

Established Interior Automotive TPE With High Recycling Ratio

| Plastics Technology

Kraiburg TPE is expanding its portfolio to included TPEs made of up to 38% recycled raw materials, depending on hardness.

Medical Grade Injection Molding Machine Line is Cleanroom Ready

| Plastics Technology

JSW America says the J100ADS-110U medical grade molding machine has been optimized to prevent dust, rust and other contaminants.

Adhesive Workholding Pallet System Designed for Complex Parts

Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop

Blue Photon’s Grip Pallets are designed for quick change and adhesive workholding of complex and hard-to-hold parts for EDM, grinding, inspection, laser and milling operations

Conozca el programa de conferencias de Plastics Recycling LATAM

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Los días 8 y 9 de junio, la cita imperdible será con las más recientes tendencias en reciclaje de plásticos durante Plastics Recycling LATAM: el primer evento de su tipo en México y América Latina. Tendrá conferencias técnicas de primer nivel y una selecta exhibición de proveedores.

Encina Announces Major Investment in New Advanced Recycling Manufacturing Facility

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The $1.1 billion investment will lead to a state-of-the-art advanced recycling facility in Point Township, Penn., to convert PCR to feedstock for new products.

Creció la importación de robots industriales en México en 2021

Mauricio Pineda | Products Finishing México

El año pasado el intercambio comercial total de robots industriales en México, incluidas compras y ventas internacionales, fue de 176 millones de dólares, superando los 158 millones de dólares de 2020.

Así va la producción mundial de máquinas de rectificado

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

En 2021 la industria internacional de máquinas-herramienta registró un crecimiento de alrededor del 18 % que se tradujo en una producción de cerca de 69,000 millones de euros, según estimaciones de la VDW.