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Understanding 'Boundary Conditions' in Twin-Screw Compounding
| Plastics Technology
In twin-screw compounding, the objective is generally to produce the highest quality product at the maximum strand. But sometimes there are operating parameters that prevent this objective from being realized.
Eventos clave para la industria del plástico en 2025
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
El año 2025 promete ser crucial para aprovechar las oportunidades de conexión y crecimiento que ofrecen los eventos y ferias industriales. Este año, con la feria K a la vista, las innovaciones más avanzadas serán protagonistas.
Composites end markets: Sports and recreation (2025)
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
The use of composite materials in high-performance sporting goods continues to grow, with new advancements including thermoplastic and sustainability-focused materials and automated processes.
Heule Cutting Tool Provides Chatter-Free Countersinks
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
GH-K tooling is well suited for conventional milling of chamfers around the perimeter of larger holes or entire parts.
BYD Auto Selects Dürr Technology for Vehicle Painting
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
The Chinese car manufacturer is building its first European passenger car plant in Hungary, which will be equipped with more than 120 robots for various painting lines.
Los retos para la industria de electrodomésticos en 2025
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
La competencia global, los avances tecnológicos y la creciente demanda de productos más sostenibles son algunos de los retos a los que se enfrenta la industria.
Rapid Fusion Launches 3D Printing Robot Demonstration Center
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
The center will house the Apollo cell and Rapid's latest ZEUS creation, which combines a 3D printing robot with a unique CNC milling capability
Plataine earns Frost & Sullivan 2025 Technology Trailblazer Award
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Agentic AI solutions are identified for their ability to help manufacturers operate at scale with agility and environmental responsibility.
What Is a Galvanometer? | Understanding Laser Powder Bed Fusion
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
The “galvo” steers the laser beam. Part of a series of videos on laser powder bed fusion filmed by looking at an open-source additive manufacturing machine.
Strategic Mold Cooling – Hot Spots
| MoldMaking Technology
With complex plastic parts it can be difficult to deliver proper cooling to all potential hot spots. Here are strategies to help cool some difficult-to-cool areas.
Reduzca el efecto de la vibración en el rectificado de producción
Peter Zelinski | Modern Machine Shop México
En el rectificado de producción, una técnica llamada “filtrado de longitud de contacto” promete mantener la productividad mientras controla problemas de vibración que afectan la calidad de la superficie. Desarrollada por expertos en abrasivos, esta técnica ajusta la profundidad de corte y la tasa de avance para mejorar el acabado de las superficies de acero endurecido sin necesidad de detener la máquina para reparaciones.
Tungaloy Milling Tool Provides Enhanced Edge Strength
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The MillQuadFeed cutting tool features a specialized insert geometry that is said to reduce cutting resistance by up to 20%, enhancing machining efficiency.
What Missed Opportunity Will You Regret Most?
Matthew Kirchner | Production Machining
Reflecting on the meaning of regrets, with words of wisdom from Jerry Seinfeld, David Rubenstein and “Braveheart.”
Plastics Industry Association refuerza su equipo ejecutivo en 2025
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
PLASTICS incorpora nuevos miembros clave para fortalecer su gobernanza, sostenibilidad y gestión industrial en 2025.
ChemQuest Welcomes Director of IT
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
The ChemQuest Group has appointed Benjamin Murad as director of information technology.
Why We Ask Machine Shop Leaders to Speak at TASC – The Automated Shop Conference
Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop
TASC is our industry’s premier peer-to-peer automation stage where America’s shop leaders refine the art of metalworking and CNC machining. For conference speakers, it's also an opportunity to showcase your skills and gain exposure for your business. Here are five why stepping into the spotlight at TASC could be your smartest move toward elevating your shop.
Carbeon C/C-SiC ceramic matrix composites without fiber coating
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Dutch startup Arceon is working with leaders in space, hypersonics and industry to test its Carbeon CMC, validating near-net-shape parts with <3% porosity and performance at 1600ºC, targeting UHTCMC and a presence in the U.S. in 2025.
INA y la Corporación Financiera Internacional presentan programa de desarrollo de proveedores
| Modern Machine Shop México
El programa prioriza ejes como la adopción de manufactura aditiva, gigacasting y electromovilidad. Asimismo, se alinea con los objetivos del T-MEC y el Plan México.
Coating Measurement Gage Enhances Reliability, Safety
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Paul N. Gardner has released the coatmaster Flex gage for noncontact wet film thickness measurements.
Fastems Appoints President of Americas Region
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Greg Haley has been appointed to the role of president of the company’s Americas Region operations. He plans to focus on growing the sales and service teams throughout the U.S. to provide more localized support of Fastems partners and customers.
Heated Sprue Bushing Line Expanded
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
The company says the assemblies are designed to minimize pressure loss and enable rapid gate freeze.
Mel Composites, Aresa Shipyard collaborate on one-shot Black Falcon V2.0 vessel
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Mel is supplying its composite materials and equipment package, in addition to technical assistance, for the new 15.2-meter defense craft.