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

Video: What Is Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF)?

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Laser powder bed fusion is likely the most widely used metal additive manufacturing process. Here is how it works, including benefits, issues to consider and applications for this 3D printing technology.

Covestro México invita a sumarse a Clean4Change para la gestión de residuos

| Plastics Technology México

Covestro se unió a la iniciativa Clean4change y al uso de la aplicación Litterati, que permite visualizar un mapa de residuos global para crear conciencia sobre la basura que se acumula en el entorno.  

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.

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.

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.

What Are the Unexplored Frontiers of AM Lattice Fabrication?

Evan Doran | Additive Manufacturing

A recent literature review discovered that most research into AM lattices is limited to PBF in metal and extrusion in polymer — and that experiments could be underestimating in-service lattice mechanical behavior.

HT Aero furthers development of carbon fiber electric urban aircraft

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

Electric two-seater XPeng X2 – which has a full carbon fiber structure – has conducted more than 15,000 safe, manned flights so far.

AON3D, Astrobotic to send 3D-printed parts to the moon

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Peregrine Lander will carry thermoplastic parts printed via AON3D’s high-temperature industrial 3D printer that meet demanding space requirements and cut the vehicle’s weight by half.

Edge Gate Cutting Pin Range Forms to Molding Edge Profile

| MoldMaking Technology

Almo introduces its flexible edge gate cutting pins for the separation of the runner and gate on the edge of the plastic molding during mold opening. 

Alro Plastics Relocates and Expands Facility Size

| MoldMaking Technology

The new, 70,000 square-foot building located in Grand Rapids, Michigan increases Alro Plastics’ inventory and processing service capabilities.

Roctool and CEA create bio-based, recyclable photovoltaic panels

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

After a four-month study phase, the team has been able to implement what it claims is the first bio-based and 100% recyclable photovoltaic panels.

Airbus delivers second composites-intensive European Service Module for NASA’s Orion spacecraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The ESM-2 module, comprising carbon fiber sheets and 19-meter CFRP solar array wings, will provide propulsion, power and thermal control, as well as oxygen and water for astronauts on the Artemis II mission.

Lewco supplies custom composites curing ovens for aerospace

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

Lewco Inc. recently supplied ovens to three customers ranging from a research laboratory to an aircraft manufacturer.

Realizará AMAS Sesión Técnica en Guadalajara

| Products Finishing México

AMAS realizará su 23ª Sesión Técnica en la ciudad de Guadalajara, Jalisco, el 14 de octubre.

How to Sabbatical

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

When was your last sabbatical? Been awhile? Never had one?

Conferencia de TOMRA resalta colaboratividad para cerrar el círculo del plástico

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Los días 5 y 6 de octubre, el proveedor de sistemas de recolección y clasificación de materiales TOMRA realizó su cuarta conferencia mundial con el tema de economía circular. Allí, destacó el rol de cada uno de los nodos que componen la cadena de valor de los plásticos para optimizar la recuperación de recursos y minimizar los residuos. Según la compañía, el reciclaje de alta calidad comienza con la recolección selectiva.

Indicador de Inversión Fija Bruta aumentó 2.1% en julio

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Por componentes, los gastos efectuados en maquinaria y equipo total crecieron 4.5% durante julio de 2021.

Origin Materials se suma a la alianza para acabar con los residuos plásticos

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con su PET de carbón negativo reciclable, Origin quiere impulsar la innovación y construir una cadena de valor de plástico circular y sustentable.

Production Machining’s October 2021 News Highlights

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

  The precision machining industry continues its forward momentum with optimistic growth, reshoring initiatives, new facilities and acquisitions, and collaborations for advancing new technologies.