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PPG anuncia nuevos nombramientos para América Latina y otras regiones
| Products Finishing México
PPG anunció nombramientos de nuevos líderes para sus negocios de revestimientos arquitectónicos y soluciones de tráfico, que entrarán en vigor a partir del 1 de marzo de 2022.
Presentan las expectativas económicas en la manufactura de Nuevo León
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
CAINTRA refiere que la industria presentó un retroceso durante el mes de diciembre del 2021. Sin embargo, detalla que al cierre de cada año el sector se contrae por efectos estacionales.
Novel 3D Forming for Composites from Foldstar | CAMX 2021
| CompositesWorld
With advanced algorithms and software, Foldstar creates foldable sheets that transform composites, paper and other materials into lightweight, structural cores, achieving novel shapes, increased efficiency and large quantities at scale versus other manufacturing methods.
Next-Generation Laboratory Roller Extruders
| Plastics Technology
At PTXPO, Entex will show its new line of Laboratory Roller Extruders (LRE), which covers the entire range of compounding and reaction technology.
Gardner Business Index January 2022 Closing Reading 58.4
| Gardner Web
Gardner Business Index starts new year with a near 1-point gain to close at 58.4.
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Dornier Seawings acquires project for composites-intensive amphibious eVTOL
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The current Flywhale FW650 is a two-seat amphibious composite aircraft. It will now be produced and sold under the name, DS-2C, with plans to present an eVTOL version.
MakerBot 3D printing platform offers expanded advanced composite materials portfolio
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Available through MakerBot Labs, the newly qualified 3D printing materials are ideal for demanding engineering applications that require high strength and heat resistance.
Boom Supersonic selects Greensboro, N.C. for airliner manufacturing facility
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
400,000-square-foot Overture Superfactory in Piedmont Triad Area to break ground in 2022, begin production in 2024 and add local jobs and provide university internships by 2032.
Heatcon, Watlow distributor agreement expands repair equipment options for aerospace customers
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A variety of thermal solutions including temperature controllers, power switching devices, data loggers and more will be added to Heatcon’s composite repair equipment products.
FACC seeks 200 new hires in IT, digitalization, innovation and automation
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Upswing in aviation, including 2021 new contracts worth €1 billion, impels FACC investment of €150 million to support short-cycle processing of lightweight composites, recycling and expanded production via automation and next-gen manufacturing technologies.
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Kaman Composites leverages composites expertise to expand medical imaging programs with Mirion Technologies
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
While known as a critical component supplier to the aerospace industry, the Vermont-based company is also recognized for its composite patient positioning components, structural cantilevered solutions and assembly in the medical field.
Booster Unit Amplifies Microcellular Foaming
| MoldMaking Technology
Trexel’s NC-Series Nitrogen Booster can reliably supply nitrogen supercritical fluid (SCF) to multiple satellite dosing units, creating a low-cost option to equip multiple molding machines with MuCell microcellular foaming.
Mike Thies Celebrates 35 Years at Gema
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Gema recognizes Director of Engineering and Sales Mike Thies for 35 years of service.
NC State University study kick-starts carbon fiber production process
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Addition of chemical additives, glucaric acid and mucic acid, into precursor PAN material decreased energy requirements for conversion into carbon fiber five-fold.
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Arkema preps for powder coating resins lab opening in Cary, North Carolina late 2022
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The new facility will focus on formulation and application/testing support for Arkema’s Reafree resins, including those made with polyester and PU resins, UV-curable products, additives and more.
Westlake Chemical completes Hexion epoxy business acquisition
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Epoxy business addition reaffirms Westlake’s commitment to sustainability with materials that benefit renewable energy, aerospace and automotive lightweighting.
Dura Composites, Anderton Concrete provide single-source access to concrete trenching, GRP lid solutions
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
U.K. energy and infrastructure customers gain technical engineering support and local supply of durable precast concrete trenches and pultruded GRP trough lid offerings.
Global automation solutions business forms Güdel Americas, builds regional support for customers
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Güdel’s strategy for growth will provide customers in the U.S. and Mexico with improved responsiveness, access to spare parts and local service and support.
Manufacturing Activity Returns to Pre-Pandemic Levels but Challenges Remain
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Manufacturing is back to levels last seen in 2019, but rising raw material costs, supply chain challenges, workforce issues and transportation/logistics costs pose ongoing hurdles.
MOCAP Releases Plugs for Split Hydraulic Flanges
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
MOCAP’s SHF series of plugs is designed to protect the port, flange surface and bolt holes from damage and debris during transit, handling and storage.
Universal Controller for Liquid Colorant System, Blenders and Peristaltic Pumps
| Plastics Technology
Riverdale Global’s next-generation universal controller features touchscreen technology, enhanced processing power, and WiFi.
High-Performance, Recycle-Content, Glass-Reinforced Nylon 6 and 66 Compounds
| Plastics Technology
Solvay’s Omnix ReCycle HPPA demonstrates lower water absorption, improved flowability and best-in-class surface aspect vs. virgin high-performance nylons.