ExxonMobil Linear Alpha Olefins Production Unit On Course for Commercial Startup in Mid-2023

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

A fully range of LAOs will be produced and sold under the Elevexx brand.

Submit your images for CW’s Post Cure section in print

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CompositesWorld is looking for compelling images that represent the varied materials, processes and applications of the composites industry.

Addcomposites brings multi-tow AFP system to the composites market

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The automated system offered by Addcomposites is adaptable to complex shapes and enables multi-format and multi-material type preforming.

Evonik invests in modernized Rohacell foam production facility

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The new plant, to begin production in April 2022, will ensure delivery reliability for future market demand and feature the latest technology and safety standards.

on Audi's Future, A-pillar Issues, Methanol & More

Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web

Audi is doing well and plans more EVs; why crossing the street can be dangerous; Geely is promoting methanol; vehicles are expensive and some of them take lots of gas at the pump; and how LiDAR can be fooled, which is not a good thing
#electronics

Automated Multitasking Machine Drops Parts Complete

Lori Beckman | Production Machining

This automated multitasking machine with an integrated robot eliminates the need to run parts across multiple machines, saving floor space, setup time and manpower.

NeoGraf in Exclusive Technology Agreement with Australia’s First Graphene

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The 10-yr deal sets the stage for explosive growth for NeoGraf’s graphene products in a range of markets, including the thermoplastics and composites industries.

Industria mexicana de autopartes logra récord de inversión extranjera en 2021

| Plastics Technology México

En el primer año de implementación del T-MEC, México se benefició de las mayores inversiones para cumplir con el contenido regional del tratado en lo que tiene que ver con autopartes.

Large Die Cart with Crosshead

| Plastics Technology

Can be assembled and disassembled easily. Stand also serves as cleaning station.

¿Cómo podrá enfrentar la escasez de semiconductores la industria automotriz mexicana?

| Products Finishing México

Según Francisco Bautista, especialista de la consultora EY, la industria automotriz tendrá que reevaluar su cadena de suministro, sus inventarios y sus capacidades internas para evitar una crisis similar en el futuro.

NeoGraf Solutions Partners With First Graphene, Expands Into U.S.

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

In a 10-year pact, NeoGraf will sell First Graphene’s PureGraph products under its Graf-X brand. The company expects to develop and grow the U.S. graphene market.

Ceratizit ofrece insertos optimizados para el torneado de acero

| Modern Machine Shop México

Ceratizit presentó tres grados de insertos de acero ISO-P de carburo recubierto, donde cada una de las tres calidades está diseñada para optimizar escenarios de producción específicos.

LNS Compact Filtering Chip Conveyor Eliminates Contaminants

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Chip conveyor features dual conveyor system and self-cleaning filter drum to manage chip materials of all shapes, sizes and weights.

Creció la demanda de espacios industriales en México

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

De acuerdo con datos de la Asociación Mexicana de Parques Industriales Privados, en 2021 se triplicó la ocupación de espacios industriales en el país, principalmente de empresas asiáticas y estadounidenses.

ONU aprueba mandato para negociar tratado sobre residuos plásticos

| Plastics Technology México

Los estados miembros de la Organización de Naciones Unidas (ONU) acordaron un Comité Internacional de Negociación para desarrollar un tratado vinculante sobre el problema ambiental que genera la contaminación por residuos plásticos.

Kraft Heinz establece objetivos de reducción en el uso de plástico virgen

| Plastics Technology México

El acuerdo de Kraft Heinz con la fundación As You Show implica una meta sustancial de reducción de plástico virgen para sus empaques, así como el rediseño y la consideración de modelos innovadores de reutilización.

Improve CNC Programs With User-Defined G, M Codes

Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop

CNC operators can program user-defined G and M codes to call custom macros and improve upon or replace existing codes, which can in turn improve production.

Celebrating Women's History Month Through Manufacturing

Sarah Barnett | Products Finishing

Several editors across sister publications of Gardner Business Media share their thoughts and experiences being a woman in manufacturing.

The Difference Between Ra and Rz

Miles Free | Additive Manufacturing

While it is best to measure using the parameter specified in the print, there are rules available to help clear up the confusion and convert Ra to Rz or Rz to Ra.

La seguridad por diseño llega a las máquinas-herramienta

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Una falla de seguridad reciente encendió las alarmas de una mayor seguridad en las máquinas-herramienta nuevas y heredadas. Se anticipa una mayor demanda de seguridad informática en el desarrollo de una máquina, de forma que se garantice su resistencia durante todo su ciclo de vida.

Foremost Promotes DeLorenzo to VP

| Plastics Technology

In his new role, DeLorenzo will be assisting in the executive affairs of the manufacturer of auxiliary equipment.  

Celebrating Women's History Month Through Manufacturing

Sarah Barnett | MoldMaking Technology

Several editors across sister publications of Gardner Business Media share their thoughts and experiences being a woman in manufacturing.