Adopting a Growth Mindset for Additive Manufacturing

Timothy W. Simpson | Modern Machine Shop

Failures can help us learn, especially in the case of additive manufacturing. Breaking down psychological barriers like fear of failure can help AM users succeed.

MCA Partners with FiT to Help Association Grow

Lori Beckman | Production Machining

MCA expands by adding new members during the 2021 Parts Cleaning Conference and partners with the German cleaning association. 

Serie A de herramientas de alto rendimiento

| Modern Machine Shop México

Diseñadas para adaptarse a un amplio espectro de aplicaciones y materiales, esta seride de herramientas presentan las últimas innovaciones para roscado, taladrado y fresado. (Patrocinado).  

Siemens’ ManageMyMachines App Enables Full Data Tracking of Machine Kinematics

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Siemens’ Manage MyMachines app gives shops and production departments a transparent display of all CNC equipment on the floor, regardless of location, brand, function or usage.

Rapid Metal Parts Removal With EDM Network Inc.'s New EDM

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

According to EDM Network Inc., the Fast Wire EDM is capable of cutting speeds that are two to three times faster than traditional wire EDMs.

Roboze Initiating Circular Economy Program for 3D Printed Parts

| Additive Manufacturing

The manufacturer is launching a new project for the recovery of waste material and 3D printed parts to be reintroduced on the market for the benefit of end-users and especially the environment.
#economics

Airbus evolves its innovation landscape with Airbus Scale

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The innovation unit will bring together corporate innovation, startup engagement and company building activities to pioneer sustainable aerospace and develop Airbus’ future programs and businesses.

Brazilian Conference on Composite Materials 2022 calls for abstract submissions

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Abstract submissions will be accepted until Dec. 31, 2021 for the sixth iteration of the conference, which will be held Aug. 14-18, 2022 in Tiradentes, Brazil.

Tower Tech earns ISO 9001:2015 certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The certification recognizes quality management systems conformance for the design and manufacture of energy-efficient FRP cooling towers with Creative Pultrusions pultruded parts.
#regulations

Matheson Trucking awarded Natural Gas Vehicles Achievement Award

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The nomination reflects the natural gas vehicle provider’s commitment to growing its natural gas fleet and decreasing diesel emissions with Hexagon Agility composite fuel systems.

Light-Blocking Co-Injected Barrier Extends Thin Wall Packaging, PET Preform Shelf Life

| MoldMaking Technology

Mold-Master’s co-injection multi-layer systems are now available for injection light-blocking barrier materials to reduce light transmittance by up to 99.9%.

Pultron Composites advances marina construction with innovative GFRP waler

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The waler incorporates a GFRP thru-rod and nut system, delivering high flex and fatigue resistance and increased environmental and aesthetic longevity. 

SAMPE 2022 has extended abstract deadlines to Nov. 8, 2021

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The May 23-26, 2022 conference held in Charlotte, N.C., is focusing on 12 important areas in the composites industry.

Xometry Launches Autodesk Fusion 360 App Version 2.0

| MoldMaking Technology

The updated app features instant manufacturability feedback and multiple part upload capabilities along with pricing and lead time estimates.

Scheurer Swiss commissions composite geo-alarm system to detect natural disasters

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Carbon fiber-reinforced 3D printed inserts with glass fiber insulation are bonded to carbon tubes with fast-cure epoxy. The alarm system itself is mounted in areas like rock crevices to detect vibration and movement.

Boeing ecoDemonstrator tests recycled carbon fiber sidewalls, acoustic upgrades for aeroengines and more

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Eight aircraft since 2010 have demonstrated new technologies to reduce noise, improve efficiency and minimize aviation’s environmental footprint, with potential impacts for future wings, interiors, engine nacelles and vertical tail design.

3D Printed Turbine Blades for More Efficient Power Generation: The Cool Parts Show #35

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Blades made through additive manufacturing promise to let turbines run hotter, and therefore generate more power without increasing in size.

New Mid-Range Press-Side Granulators

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Two compact models from Wittmann Battenfeld for 88 to 110 lb/hr have larger hopper openings and fixed or rotatable material outlets.

Ya están abiertas las nominaciones del programa 40-Under-40 para 2022

| Products Finishing México

Ya puede nominar a un compañero o colega a los premios 40 Under 40 de Products Finishing. La fecha límite de nominación es el 1 de febrero de 2022.

Fakuma: Boy Promotes Upgrades and New Additions

| Plastics Technology

Boy Machines had an ejector upgrade, easier network connectivity, Molding Assist software and cooling flow recording on display at the show in Friedrichshafen. 

MC Machinery Promotes New Applications Engineer

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Aaron Neefe has been a press brake, automatic tool changer and field service technician at the MC Machinery headquarters in Elk Grove Village, Ill. since early 2019.
#workforcedevelopment

NeoGraf Solutions Targets Graphene Market With New Additives

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

NeoGraf’s Graf-X line of graphene nanoplatelets and precursors is said to deliver enhanced mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, electrical conductivity, thermal properties and reliability in a range of coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers applications.