Incus Project to Test 3D Printing Spare Parts in Space
| Additive Manufacturing
Project goal is to assess the feasibility of processing scrap metals available on the moon’s surface to produce a high-quality final product via a zero-waste process.
Hexagon, Stratasys Collaborate on Validation Tool for 3D Printed Plastic Components
| Additive Manufacturing
Partnership develops software solution to help compress design and testing phases, improve understanding of plastic behavior and speed up innovation across the sector.
NASF/DOD Workshop on Chromium Plating at SURFIN
| Products Finishing
NASF schedules DoD Workshop on Hexavalent Chromium: Emerging California Restrictions & Implications for the U.S. Defense Supply Chain.
#regulations
New Milling Series From Kyocera Provides Deeper Depth of Cut
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The MFH-Max reduces the number of passes needed to machine the workpiece with its ability to take on deeper depths of cut (max. 0.098" / 2.5 mm).
3 Uses for a Composite Polymer 3D Printer in a CNC Machine Shop
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
When RPG purchased its metal 3D printer, a polymer printer was part of the deal. Three uses this job shop has found for this fused filament fabrication system.
Nissan Launches New Manufacturing Initiative
Gary S. Vasilash | Products Finishing
Lower-temp curing paint and post-paint robotic inspection are part of it.
Presentan empaque de pan tajado basado en plástico reciclado posconsumo
| Plastics Technology México
Un proyecto conjunto entre Sabic, Allied Bakeries y St. Johns Packaging resultó en el primer producto de panadería en usar bolsas hechas con resina de polietileno circular certificado.
A More Efficient Way to Cut Near-Net Parts
| Modern Machine Shop
Choosing the right milling insert is important: This insert from Iscar is designed for finishing near-net shaped parts quickly, while another makes high-feed machining more accessible with existing machining centers.
NASF Submits Comments on PFAS Reporting Requirements
| Products Finishing
Summary of NASF comment in response to recently proposed PFAS reporting rule.
#regulations
Improve Your Facebook Group Engagement
| Gardner Web
In this article, you’ll discover how to use three new Facebook Group features to engage your target audience and promote meaningful conversations.
#brandbuilding
Amerimold Hosts Successful 2021 Event Amid Surge Of Mold Manufacturing Production Rates Across The Country
| MoldMaking Technology
The Amerimold Expo, held September 21-23 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Rosemont, Illinois) announced attendance numbers and participant demographics.
American Precision Museum Launches New Digital Exhibit to Support the Future of Manufacturing
| MoldMaking Technology
The Manufacturing Ledger exhibit is a dynamic collection of stories and profiles about individuals whose career was spent in manufacturing. Honor a manufacturing innovator, advocate or educator by contributing your own story.
Rick Brandt named VP, Advanced Materials Media Brands, including CompositesWorld
Jeff Sloan | CompositesWorld
Brandt, who worked previously as a CW sales representative, will replace CW’s outgoing publisher Ryan Delahanty.
Global Medical Response orders 21 additional Airbus helicopters
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
GMR equips its growing air medical fleet with the composites-intensive H125, H130 and H135 helicopter families, noting their reliable performance for critical care transport.
Carbon fiber, additive manufacturing enhance Pleko spike shoe performance
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Developed with 3D scanning support from Diadora and CRP Technology’s Windform SP carbon fiber-filled composite material and 3D printing process for a track shoe that meets individuals’ needs in terms of foot structure and athletic performance.
Sherwin-Williams publica pronóstico de tendencias de color industrial
| Products Finishing México
La tercera edición del pronóstico de tendencias de colores industriales de Sherwin-Williams incluye la perspectiva de expertos en color externos a la empresa.
Gripper Finger Change System From Schunk Reduces Setup Time
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Schunk claims its toolless jaw quick-change system reduces setup times to a minimum, therefore increasing the productivity and flexibility of the entire system.
NX CAM ofrece una amplia gama de funciones de programación
| Modern Machine Shop México
La gama de funciones de programación de máquinas-herramienta que ofrece el software NX CAM de Siemens van desde la simple programación NC hasta el mecanizado de álabes y hélices.
Impossible Objects Offering 3D Printed Composite PEEK Products at PA12 Prices
Heather Caliendo | Plastics Technology
Impossible Products says it can offer a lower price and better performance because of the advantages of its composite-based CBAM process and lower cost sources for PEEK.
Safran inaugura planta en Chihuahua
| Modern Machine Shop México
Con una inversión de 1.8 millones de dólares, fue inaugurada la planta Safran Cabin en la que se fabricarán galerías MAXflex con tres tamaños y 94 configuraciones, que se instalarán en los aviones Boeing 737.
Context — The Missing Key to Workforce Development
Miles Free | Production Machining
Upskilling your current workforce is as important as finding new talent. To expose them to experiences that encourage them to become problem-solvers is imperative.
#workforcedevelopment
Finishers Report Quickening Deceleration in August
Michael Guckes | Products Finishing
As Index declines for third consecutive month, the pace of slowing expansion intensifies