What You Need to Know About Leader Pins and Bushings

Jim Fattori | Plastics Technology

There’s a lot more to these humble but essential mold components than you might suspect. Following the author’s tips could save much time, money and frustration.

2025 Extrusion Conference Shifts to Standalone Event in Boston

| Plastics Technology

The annual technical conference organized by Plastics Technology magazine was scheduled to co-locate with the PTXPO trade show next March. Both events will now occur independently.

Finding the Right Tools for a Turning Shop

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Xcelicut is a startup shop that has grown thanks to the right machines, cutting tools, grants and other resources.
#workforcedevelopment

AMB 2024 premia innovaciones técnicas en el sector metalmecánico

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Conozca los ganadores del AMB Award 2024 que premia las mejores innovaciones en automatización, digitalización y sostenibilidad en el sector metalmecánico. Seis ganadores y dos premios especiales.

Maximize Your Racking Efficiency and Quality

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Best practices for racking parts in surface finishing operations.

High-Productivity PBT and Nylon Compounds Launched

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

  BASF’s new HPP portfolio is the result of cost-optimized and energy-efficient production.  
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AFRC, ATI Partner to Boost Aerospace Materials Innovation

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

ATI Inc. has joined the University of Strathclyde’s AFRC as a tier one member, aiming to develop metallic alloys that support sustainability in the aerospace sector.

It Starts With the Part: A Plastic Part Checklist Ensures Good Mold Design

| MoldMaking Technology

All successful mold build projects start with examining the part to be molded to ensure it is moldable and will meet the customers' production objectives.

Paint Atomizer Reduces Paint Waste and CO2 Emissions

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

ABB launches the RB 1000i-S paint atomizer for efficient and sustainable paint shops. The paint atomizer increases transfer efficiency by up to 10%.

Industrial Spray System Drives High Production Rates

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Coval Technologies’ SP-HV industrial sprayer uses a separate air compressor to drive the pump, ensuring high efficiency and reliability.  

ECORES WIND builds on wind blade circularity initiatives

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Latest Horizon Europe project seeks to introduce innovative circular resins combined with advanced disassembly strategies, enabling cost-effective blade decommissioning and material reuse.

AAM startup Lilium to file for self-administered insolvency

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Two of its principal subsidiaries will file for insolvency and apply for self-administration, follows failed loan efforts from German parliament’s Budget Committee, Bavarian government.

MingYang completes 20-MW offshore wind turbine installation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The MySE18.X-20MW, located in China, becomes the largest single-capacity offshore wind turbine on the market.

U.K. composite experts join SCALE-UP project supporting net-zero automotive tech

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Advanced Propulsion Centre funding backs JLR, Helicoid, iCOMAT, Lineat Composites and others as they accelerate the growth of the U.K. automotive composite supply chain.

SGL Carbon carbon fiber enables German road bridge milestone

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A 64-meter road bridge installed with carbon fiber reinforcement is said to feature a first in modern European bridge construction, in addition to reducing construction costs and CO2 emissions.

Heat-Resistant Tool Steels Advance Die-Casting Applications

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Swiss Steel introduces its latest innovations in tool steels, showcasing significant advancements in heat resistance and durability for die-casting applications. In particular, advancements that address the extreme thermal stresses inherent in high-temperature production processes.  

Wayland Additive’s NeuBeam Technology Offers Hot, Stable Process for Producing Fully Dense Parts

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Formnext 2024: The Caliber3’s NeuBeam PBF process gives users flexibility to choose the temperature and melt strategy that best suits the part, material selection and application, rather than being confined by the process itself.

Dillon Hard Jaws Enhance Small Diameter Machining

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

Dillon Manufacturing’s extra-long hard jaws feature extended reach, making them well suited for machining small diameters.

3 Task Simplifications That Reduce Production Time

Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop

A little ingenuity goes a long way toward improving machine utilization.

Bausano actualiza sus líneas de extrusión para tubos de PVC y PO

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Bausano renovó sus líneas de extrusión para tubos de PVC y PO, introduciendo mejoras en la precisión, eficiencia energética y calidad del producto.

NAR Appoints US Sales Manager

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

North American Rectifiers (NAR) announces the addition of Mark Thede as its U.S. sales manager based in Arizona, U.S.

Congreso Técnico de ANIPAC destaca avances en reciclaje plástico

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

El Congreso Técnico ANIPAC 2024 abordó el reciclaje de plásticos y el papel de México como líder en acopio de PET, además de la importancia de la innovación técnica.