Upgrading Bar Feeder Components with Metal 3D Printing
Stephanie Hendrixson | Production Machining
Index is exploring redesigning and optimizing parts for bar feeders inside its multi-spindle turning centers using a low-cost metal 3D printing platform from One Click Metal.
Inauguran el Centro de Innovación e Integración de Tecnologías Avanzadas en Puebla
| Modern Machine Shop México
El centro fortalecerá la capacidad productiva de la entidad. El complejo cuenta con 29 laboratorios, de los cuales cinco están destinados al sector automotriz.
Sailboat y Asahi Kasei innovan en materiales para baterías
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La nueva planta de Sailboat en Jiangsu utiliza CO₂ y tecnología de Asahi Kasei para producir EC y DMC, reduciendo la huella de carbono en baterías.
Second Cyclyx Circularity Center Planned for 2026
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
The first Cyclyx Circularity Center is expected to open in 2025.
Plastics Technology Year in Review: Your Favorite Reads of 2024
Sarah Barnett | Plastics Technology
A year-end review of the top stories showcasing industry trends, advancements and expert insights. Revisit the articles that captured the attention of the plastics community.
Notox surfboards harness flax fiber for wave surfing competition
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Libeco flax, Airbus rCF fabrics, Sicomin GreenPoxy bioresins and an agave core form a heavy, robust surfboard custom-designed for Clément Roseyro in this year’s Nazaré Big Waves Surf event.
Norco enhances composites expertise via large-format AM equipment investment
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
3D printers, five-axis machining and software equipment additions to a dedicated CNC facility will support growth of Norco’s existing capabilities and build market diversity.
SPE names Don Hylton 2025 Thermoformer of the Year
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Hylton is honored for his long career advancing the thermoforming industry and ongoing membership as an SPE Thermoforming Division board member.
Vestas to repurpose Isle of Wight facility for U.K. onshore blades
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Transition from offshore to onshore wind blade production will support the U.K.’s focus on building domestic supply chains, increasing demand.
Nozzle Series Offers Material Flexibility for Moldmakers
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
MD&M West 2025: Technoject Machinery Corp. is highlighting its Primo Line Nozzle Series. The series features a good price to technology performance alongside short delivery times.
Accede Mold and Tool Co. Donates $5,000 to Support Edison Students Pursuing Careers in Manufacturing
| MoldMaking Technology
Donation supports students with resources and opportunities to explore mold manufacturing careers.
#workforcedevelopment
SMW Autoblok Workholding System Streamlines Changeovers
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The TMS-2G system enables the operator to change the chuck in minutes accurately and securely, making it versatile for diverse metalworking requirements.
Línea de fresas Kyocera permite la rampa y la interpolación helicoidal
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La línea Z-Carb XPR de Kyocera combina versatilidad y durabilidad para operaciones agresivas, y optimiza la velocidad y la precisión.
Guía técnica 2024: procesamiento y transformación de plásticos
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
Exploramos fundamentos de los polímeros y aplicaciones prácticas en reciclaje, sostenibilidad y etiquetado IML. Consulte los artículos más leídos en 2024.
Composition of Steel-Reporting Practices for Unspecified Elements
Miles Free | Production Machining
Sometimes the test report shows more chemical elements than we expect. Here’s why.
Registration Opens for STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers welcomes engineers, researchers, academics and suppliers to take part in the technical event May 18-22, 2025.
Cinco artículos de formación básica para talleres de mecanizado
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
Esta selección de artículos sirve tanto de introducción a los procesos más comunes del sector metalmecánico, como de actualización en mecanizado de engranajes, corte por chorro de agua, CAD/CAM, escariado e insertos.
EMO celebra 50 años como referente global en tecnología y desarrollo de la industria de la máquina-herramienta
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Desde sus inicios en 1975, EMO ha sido el epicentro de la innovación y el punto de encuentro para los líderes en producción de maquinaria. En 2025, esta feria internacional celebra su 50º aniversario en Hannover, consolidando su posición como el evento más importante para la comunidad global del sector metalmecánico.
Tungaloy Boring Toolholder Features Advanced Chip Evacuation
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The TungBoreMini series includes an optimized chipbreaker and an advanced internal coolant supply system, which features two dedicated outlets for effective cooling and chip evacuation.
Project Re:Claim gana el premio Reciclador del Año 2024
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Project Re:Claim, liderado por SATCoL y Plan B, recibe el premio Reciclador del Año 2024 por su innovador sistema de reciclaje textil de poliéster en Europa.
Plastics Index Shows Supply Chain Improvement Despite Production Slowdown
Mike Shirk | Plastics Technology
Future expectations reach 2024 high on the heels of the recent election.
#economics
Compact Extruder for High-Output Compounding, Recycling
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Sleek, flexible machine can process PET up to 6 tons per hour.