What Are Moldmakers Talking About Right Now?

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

The conversation encompasses smarter, more efficient and automated processes to meet the demands of mold manufacturing.

Coperion optimiza producción de baterías con su extrusora ZSK

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La extrusora ZSK de Coperion ofrece precisión y estabilidad en la producción de compuestos de baterías de ion-litio, mejorando costos y eficiencia en comparación con procesos por lotes.

ABB Energy-Efficient Robots Reduce Cycle Times

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

ABB introduces its IRB 7710 and IRB 7720 robots, designed for energy efficiency and improvement in the automotive industry. 

Inside Machineosaurus: Unique Job Shop with Dinosaur-Named CNC Machines, Four-Day Workweek & High-Precision Machining

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

Take a tour of Machineosaurus, a Massachusetts machine shop where every CNC machine is named after a dinosaur! 
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Expo Plásticos 2024: impulso a la cadena de suministro del plástico

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Del 5 al 7 de noviembre, Expo Plásticos 2024 reunirá a más de 700 marcas en Guadalajara, Jalisco, con oportunidades de negocio y maquinaria en vivo.  

Herramienta de automatización con IA de Paperless Parts agiliza los presupuestos

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Wingman, de Paperless Parts, es una herramienta de IA que automatiza la creación de presupuestos al extraer datos críticos de impresiones y modelos CAD. Mejora la precisión y la rapidez en los procesos de elaboración de presupuestos, lo que ayuda a reducir errores y a optimizar la toma de decisiones.

VIBES project celebrates three years of EOL composites strategies

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Members have sought to resolve EOL thermoset challenges through development, demonstration of controlled separation and recovery of composites by means of customized, 100% bio-based bonding materials.

Thermolysis, BASF Taiwan present low-emission rCF/TPU materials development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

At a Taipei event focused on CO2 emissions reduction, design flexibility and zero-waste solutions, partners promoted recycled carbon fiber (rCF) and polyurethane composite technologies. 

AOC introduces UV-Resistant Automotive System for SMC parts

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

AOC’s novel formulation, tested in the lab and in real-world environments, delivers a deep black, molded-in color that resists fading and offers high scratch resistance.

BlueWind secures contract with GE Vernova to manufacture wind turbine nacelle covers

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

With more than 2,000 2X nacelle covers manufactured, the company expands its supply with the WT20 model

HERWINGT project to design novel composite wing configuration for future regional aircraft

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Pioneered wing architecture, more integrated systems and new material technologies are being explored for 20% weight reduction, 50% fuel burn reduction and to enable a hybrid-electrical use case.

Developing milling for CMC because grinding takes too long

| CompositesWorld

Economical processes that can cut machining time by 70% are being tested on aeroengine turbine blade demonstrators by Hufschmied and DLR in the SCANCUT project.

3 Tips for Properly Making Form Measurements

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

Determining the shape of a workpiece is required in many manufacturing processes. Keep in mind these important points to ensure that you master the process.

Aumenta el reciclaje de chatarra: tecnología y economía circular impulsan el crecimiento

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

El reciclaje de chatarra crecerá un 4 % entre 2024 y 2029, impulsado por la tecnología y la economía circular. Innovaciones tecnológicas impulsan la eficiencia y sostenibilidad.

Herramienta de Heule automatiza el proceso de desbarbado de agujeros cruzados

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La herramienta COFA de Heule automatiza el desbarbado de orificios transversales, eliminando rebabas sin detener el husillo. Esta tecnología avanzada mejora la productividad en piezas con orificios difíciles de acceder, como horquillas y tubos con agujeros cruzados, proporcionando un acabado uniforme.

Phillips Corp. and Laserline Combine Technologies for Hybrid Laser Powder System

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The system features diode lasers, which are well suited for precise and energy-efficient material processing.

Innovaciones en fotodecoloración y estabilidad de polímeros

| Plastics Technology México

Investigadores han desarrollado un nuevo “nanopaper” que imita la estructura de las hojas para proteger cromóforos sensibles a la luz, mejorando significativamente la eficiencia de las celdas solares y dispositivos fotocatalíticos.

Partners Developing In Situ Optical Monitoring System to Enhance 3D Printing Process for Brass

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The partners are working to optimize the 3D printing process for brass by detecting real-time defects during the selective laser melting process to enhance the quality and repeatability of produced components.

Forerunner 3D Supports Automation with 3D Printed EOAT

Peggy Malnati | Additive Manufacturing

The custom 3D printing company uses 3D printing in combination with other technologies to deliver end of arm tooling for part handling.

‘Revolutionary’ Extrudable PPS for Sustainable Piping

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Syensqo’s Ryton PPS XE-5000NA boasts exceptional chemical and permeation resistance.

Impacto ambiental de los plásticos: un análisis profundo

| Plastics Technology México

Explomos el doble filo de los plásticos: desde su omnipresencia y rol crucial en sectores como la medicina y la alimentación, hasta los desafíos ambientales que plantean. Este artículo profundiza en cómo innovaciones como el reciclado y la incineración están redefiniendo la gestión de residuos plásticos.

Working to Change the Perception of Manufacturing

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Decades of mentoring helped launch an initiative to promote manufacturing careers and empower youth nationwide.
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