Foro ANIPAC destaca retos del reciclaje de plásticos

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

El 11° Foro de Recicladores reunió a expertos que analizaron los desafíos, oportunidades y tendencias del reciclaje de plásticos en México y América Latina.

Let's Take a Deeper Dive on Compression Ratio for Single-Screw Extruders

| Plastics Technology

Two real-world processes illustrate the importance of compression ratio.  

Oasis Inspection System Provides Accurate Measurements of Large Parts

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Oasis Ultra-Series features a high-resolution camera, advanced image processing and an intuitive user interface that streamlines measurement workflows.

FEMIA lanza la iniciativa RECOCO

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Con el objetivo de fortalecer el sector a través del Registro Nacional Aeroespacial, FEMIA llevó a cabo el lanzamiento de la iniciativa RECOCO (REgistro, COnozco, COnecto).

Titomic Opens New Facility, Expands Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities in the US

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Huntsville facility will serve as Titomic’s global headquarters supporting commercial and defense initiatives.
#workforcedevelopment

Precision, proximity and purpose in Swiss composites innovation

Yannick Willemin | CompositesWorld

In this next Tour de Composites we step into Switzerland, a small European region that, though modest at first glance, is distinctive for its tightly knit and elevated startups ecosystem.

Pollen AM New Generation Pellet 3D Printer

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

New pellet 3D printer, Pam Pro, is the result of over 10 years of expertise and R&D.

Pic of the Week: 3D Printed Wind Turbine Tool + Part

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

This week, LFAM plays a role in both forming and building up material for an end-use component. 

Material Handling Systems Provider Acquires Assets of Distribution Center Design Company

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

Expanding engineering expertise and project management for integrated warehouse design and storage solutions.  

The AMRC announces U.K. open-access TPC tape development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dedicated research platform, available to businesses and researchers at the AMRC’s Factory of the Future facility, features Cygnet Texkimp’s hybrid line and tape slitter on a pilot scale.

UltiMaker S6 Enables High-Performance 3D Printing for Defense, Education, Aerospace, Mobility

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Ideal for engineers, manufacturing teams and maintenance crews, the S6 produces reliable parts for functional prototyping, production and repairs at an attractive pricepoint.  

Rocket Lab continues building access to space with latest launch vehicle missions

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Successful execution of multiple customer missions with reusable composite Neutron and Electron rockets as well as new partnerships highlight Rocket Lab’s expertise.

Japan certifies Proteus tidal turbine, now exporting power to national grid

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Following installation in the Naru Strait, the composite-bladed, 1.1-megawatt turbine has met all national requirements for safety and performance, a milestone to further tidal generation capacity.

Integrated Temperature System Provides Automated Hot Runner Solution

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Barnes Molding Solutions highlights the automated hot runner temperature control system, IntelliGate, from one of its umbrella companies, Synventive Molding Solutions.  

MMT Chats: Virtual Reality Transforms Plastics Training

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Innovative technology bridges skills gap through immersive learning experiences.  
#workforcedevelopment

Plastics Publishing Stalwart T. Peter Sullivan Passes Away at 81

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

The longtime publisher, whose decades in plastics media started in the 1970s, held leadership roles among the teams that launched Injection Molding Magazine and Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing, in addition to serving on the board of PT publisher, Gardner Business Media.

United Grinding Announces New CEO Appointment at Studer

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Sandro Bottazzo was recently appointed CEO and will take over the responsibility as chairman of the board of directors.

Low-Throughput Dryer Series With Matching Hoopers

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Series comes in a throughput range from 3 oz.-15 lbs/hr. and is said to be ideal for medical molding.  

Succeeding at Swiss

Derek Korn | Production Machining

McCormick Industries is no stranger to Swiss-type machining. Here are examples of ways the shop has found to become more efficient not only at using its CNC sliding-headstock machines, but at its overall shopfloor processes and practices, too.

ICYMI: May Roundup

Sarah Barnett | Plastics Technology

May was a busy month, especially with the buzz coming out of the Extrusion Conference. Here’s a quick look at the top articles from May you might have missed. 

Select Machining Technologies' Multitasking Machines Feature Enhanced Dynamics

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Gen 6 ZVH series of four- and five-axis traveling-column machining centers from Ibarmia are well suited for manufacturers seeking precision, efficiency and the capacity to handle large, complex workpieces.

Fathom Edgeworks Launches to Provide Strategic Sourcing in the U.S.

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

Navigate supply chain volatility with smart global sourcing.