AFRC, ATI Partner to Boost Aerospace Materials Innovation

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

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.

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.

Prices of PP, PET Drop; PE, PS and PVC to Follow

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Going into fourth quarter, prices of the five commodity resins were heading downward, barring supply interruptions.

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.

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.

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.

‘Revolutionary’ Extrudable PPS for Sustainable Piping

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

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

The Gill Corp. announces hybrid laminate for aircraft cargo flooring

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Gillfab F433F is a fiberglass-reinforced epoxy laminate with aluminum bonded faces, offering enhanced durability, fire resistance and strength.

Seeing Automated Workpiece Measurement in Real Time

Derek Korn | Production Machining

User-friendly inspection software for CNC machining centers was shown at IMTS 2024 monitoring measurements between and after machining while performing SPC based on recorded measurement values.

A Curious Mind Rises to the Top

Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing

Read Matt Kirchner’s perspective about why curiosity, on the part of those leading change and innovation, is such a sought-after trait.

Plating Top Shop Values Benchmarking Survey

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

This 2024 Top Shop uses the survey as motivation to reach its goal and stay consistent.

Part 2 Medical Tubing: Use Simulation to Troubleshoot, Optimize Processing & Dies

| Plastics Technology

Simulation can determine whether a die has regions of low shear rate and shear stress on the metal surface where the polymer would ultimately degrade, and can help processors design dies better suited for their projects.

MMT Chats: The Connection Between Additive Manufacturing Education and ROI

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

This MMT Chat continues the conversation with Action Mold and Machining, as two members of the Additive Manufacturing team dig a little deeper into AM education, AM’s return on investment and the facility and equipment requirements to implement AM properly. 
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Okuma Lathe Features Rigid Construction for High-Accuracy Machining

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

Okuma America Corp. features the LB2000 EX III horizontal lathe, equipped with the OSP-P500 open-architecture control designed exclusively for Okuma machines.

ALPLA: innovación en botellas de PET Premium para agua mineral

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con un 66 % menos de emisiones de CO2 y diseño para reciclaje, la nueva botella PET de ALPLA es una opción ecológica y duradera para marcas de agua mineral.

How to Address Declining Powder Coating Coverage Over Time

Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing

Fine particles from reclaim could be to blame for powder coating problems that emerge over time. Avoid problems by keeping hooks clean, maintaining guns and using reclaim powder quickly to avoid accumulation of fines.

Más de 4 millones de robots industriales en operación en 2024

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

El informe World Robotics 2024 de la Federación Internacional de Robótica revela un récord global en la automatización industrial. México destaca con más de 5,800 robots industriales instalados.

Impresora 3D DED metálica de Nikon optimizada para aplicaciones industriales

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El sistema Lasermeister LM300A, de Nikon, con tecnología DED, diseñado para aplicaciones industriales, ofrece escaneado automatizado y reducción significativa de plazos de entrega.

Video: Laser Powder Bed Fusion Platform Designed for Safety, Ease of Use

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

One Click Metal’s compact metal 3D printing platform offers powder handling features to make this affordable system accessible and safe for many types of facilities. See one application in this video, filmed at IMTS 2024. 

All-Electric Stretch-Blower for up to 3L PET Bottles

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

PET Technologies debuts compact APF-Max 2L liner reheat machine with quick changeovers, NIR heating and blowing-air recovery.

BASF Delivers Biomass-Balanced Ammonia to Evonik

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

BASF’s BMBcert ammonia grade will be used by Evonik for production of nylon 12 and epoxy curing agents.

CRRC launches two H2-powered, intelligent rail transit options

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Cinova H2 and ART 2.0 are autonomous, ultra-long range trains adapted to the needs of urban transportation.