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3D Printed Multi-Tool Is (At Least) 8 Tools in 1: The Cool Parts Show #85
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
This year’s AM in Steel competition challenged teams of college students to develop a functional multi-tool using additive manufacturing. The winning entry is our focus on this episode of The Cool Parts Show.
ACMA announces revision of unified emission factors for open molding, other composite processes
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Participation, regardless of ACMA membership, is open through July 6, 2025, for revision and redesignation of the ANSI/ACMA UEF-1-2019 standard.
Cirrus invests $13 million to expand Grand Fork aircraft facility
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Additional composites-intensive SR Series and Vision Jet manufacture support, along with equipment, storage and technical tools will be added over the next few years.
Carbon ThreeSixty supports GKN-led ASPIRE program
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Carbon ThreeSixty’s rCF stitched deltoid noodles and TFP process will contribute to the £12 million program’s wingtip demonstrator and optimized composite flap.
Alpha Technologies grows capabilities, global reach with Metravib Material Testing acquisition
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Enhanced material testing solutions portfolio expands global capabilities, improves customer support and drive product innovation for R&D labs worldwide.
Synergy Additive Manufacturing Awarded Phase I SBIR to Develop Advance Coating Solutions for Critical Naval Applications
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Synergy will develop processes and advance materials optimized for high-deposition and precision cladding on titanium alloys.
South Asia wind park applies We4Ce, CNC Onsite tech for composite blade root remanufacturing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
This on-site “Re-FIT” method eliminates the need for off-site transport, reducing blade waste, saving 60% in cost and finding a precision solution when drilling out defective bushings from fiberglass blades.
TS Conductor to open second AECC conductor facility
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
TS Conductor is investing $134 million in a new South Carolina manufacturing facility using its aluminum encapsulated carbon core (AECC) conductor technology to produce high-capacity transmission lines, beginning production by late 2025.
WeylChem Wesseling enters advanced materials market
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Fine chemicals manufacture breaks into advanced materials with a new business line in Germany and a strategic partnership with New Jersey’s Novoset.
Airframe Designs invests in continuous carbon fiber printing, complex parts as part of AM growth strategy
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Qualifying and aligning with NCAMP for polymers and composites, 3D printed parts include radomes, air ducts, molds and helicopter enclosure panels, being delivered to well-known groups in aviation, defense and space.
Hexagon Agility to deliver fuel systems for Texas transit fleet
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Compressed natural gas (CNG) systems will modernize 476 heavy-duty Gillig buses by spring 2026.
A different Ox-Ox prepreg for faster, more affordable CMC options
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Isovolta has developed silica fiber/alumina CERAPREG to enable ceramic matrix composite parts with long-duration service at 900°C and handling similar to epoxy prepreg, dielectric performance similar to quartz.
Flexible Deep-Hole Drilling and Machining for Moldmaking Operations
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
Unisig engineers its machines to handle a complete range of applications, including combining deep hole drilling and milling in a single machine to reduce setup time, improve speed and add flexibility.
Composites distributor combines talent, quality and service
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2025: De-Comp’s blend of skilled representatives, a comprehensive suppliers base and well-rounded materials supply are at the heart of the company’s composites supply activities.
Achieving Large Cycle Time Savings on Large-Format Parts
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
Aero-Tech Engineering sought a faster gantry mill to handle a growing queue of structural aerospace parts. But this machine proved even more productive than expected — and better able to handle the additional jobs its presence won for the shop.
Prepreg range targets versatility, low CO2 impact
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2025: Prepreg partner SHD Composite Materials supports tooling, component and structural needs with resin system solutions like FR308 and MTC400-1.
Why Are Cobots Popping Up in Injection Molding Processes?
| Plastics Technology
Collaborative robots (cobots) can play a vital role in broadening a plastics processor’s automation portfolio.
Pic of the Week: Cooling, Compacted
Jodee McElfresh | Additive Manufacturing
This week, we’re looking at a 3D printed water-charge air cooler that weighs just 1.4 kg — down from the 16 kg of a traditional air-to-air setup.
Composite products designed for efficiency, performance and sustainability
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2025: Whether through weight reducing or strength enhancements, 3M designs its microspheres, ceramic fibers, films and LSP materials and composite resins to meet its customers application demands.
Starrag Five-Axis Enables Complete Machining of Large Parts in Compact Footprint
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Heckert X70, X80 and X90 are focused on the five-axis heavy-duty machining of gearbox housings, cylinder heads, axles and other large workpieces.
Technology Review and Sourcing Guide 2025: Mold Materials
| MoldMaking Technology
Building a high-quality mold begins and ends with the proper selection of appropriate mold materials. Tool steel, aluminum, copper and alloys are a just a few you can find in this exclusive, online-only content that includes a supplier list for mold materials.
Tips for Discovering the Best Powder Coating Equipment
Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing
From test lab visits to comparing gun output and edge coverage, this short guide from Rodger Talbert explains how to evaluate powder coating systems that deliver performance and long-term value.