MES Software Improves Manufacturing Quality, Productivity

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

IMTS 2024: Tebis’ ProLeiS manufacturing execution system is designed to provide efficient planning, transparent scheduling and meticulous process quality for single-part manufacturing.

Gurit releases half-year 2024 report, adapts to supply chain dynamics

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

After an expected slow start to 2024 with low sales in the first quarter, Gurit saw a stronger second quarter with net sales of ~$246.7 million, driven by the ramp-up of new wind blades and higher demand in non-wind markets.

El sistema de pallets Midaco permite prolongar los periodos de mecanizado sin supervisión

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El cambiador automático de cuatro pallets, de Midaco, está pensado para la producción de grandes volúmenes como para operaciones de configuración múltiple de grandes volúmenes y mezclas.

EOS Additive Minds Academy Opens Space for Hands-On AM Training

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The engineering, consulting and education arm of EOS has offered training in various capacities before now, but a new physical footprint at the company’s Novi, Michigan, facility will make AM training more accessible and affordable.
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Los cuerpos del cortador SwiftCarb mejoran el rendimiento y la repetibilidad

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La serie Corner Rounding de 180 grados de la línea SuperBee, de SwiftCarb, está disponible en varios grados y revestimientos.

Exploring powder coating for composites

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

Advancements in powder coating technology make it a viable surface finish for a growing number of composite applications.

Episode 46: CAMX celebrates 10 years

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

CW’s Scott Francis interviews Cindy Squires, president/CEO, ACMA and Rebekah Stacha, CEO of SAMPE. They take a look back at the industry’s evolution the last 10 years, the opportunities CAMX will be providing to attendees and much more.  

DN Solutions anuncia un centro de torneado horizontal de doble husillo y doble torreta

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La última versión del centro de torneado horizontal de doble husillo y torreta Puma TT2500SYB7, de DN Solutions, cuenta con una capacidad de barra de 4”.

Using Air to Measure Squareness

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

Though most frequently used for diameter measurements, an air plug and platen can be readily configured to measure perpendicularity.

Jim’s a Hardware Man

Matthew Kirchner | Production Machining

Troubleshooting is a learned skill, and manufacturing’s troubleshooters are aging out. While we should appreciate them while we have them, we must prepare for a day when we won’t.

In "Hybrid" FIM Process, 3D Printing Complements Injection Molding

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Alpine Advanced Materials used a desktop 3D printer and the freeform injection molding process to reduce prototype tooling production time and cost for its customers.  

Coahuila es el principal productor de automóviles y autopartes en México

| Modern Machine Shop México

En Coahuila se fabrica el 20 % de la producción de vehículos de todo el país y el 14.9 % de la producción de autopartes.

Zoller Showcases Automated Tool Measurement System, Toolholders

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Zoller Inc. is showcasing a range of products for heat-shrinking, tool balancing, toolholding, smart storage and inspection, including the CoraMeasure LG automated tool measurement system. 

Avient presenta en PRL su calculadora de huella de carbono

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Avient presenta en Plastics Recycling LATAM su Calculadora de Huella de Carbono de Producto (PCF), una herramienta certificada para evaluar y reducir las emisiones de CO2e.  

Lach Diamond Chipbreaker Prevents Breakdowns

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Lach Diamond Inc. showcases a chipbreaker for non-ferrous metals and its line of turning tools, created to quicken and optimize hard turning processes. 

CompoTech uses integrated loop technology to create high-performance mountain bike

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CompoTech features its CDuro Epona mountain bike fitted with custom suspension forks, manufactured using its AFL winding and integrated loop technologies. 

La gama de centros de mecanizado Milltronics incluye simulación integrada de piezas complejas

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El control Inspire+ se presenta en una gama amplia de centros de mecanizado de Milltronics, incluidas máquinas de cinco ejes y tornos de herramienta motorizados.

Slide Retainer Features Positive Locking Connection

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Hasco’s Z1899/… compact slide retainer applies a ball catch for reliable locking.

Starbucks México lanza plan de manejo de residuos en CDMX

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Desde febrero, Starbucks México inició un plan de manejo de residuos en tiendas seleccionadas, promoviendo la economía circular con separación efectiva y trazabilidad de residuos.

Cordless Sprayer Offers 3 Configurations

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Titan’s Impact X 120 18V sprayer delivers up to 4 gallons per charge, reducing overspray by 50% and using a single battery system for multiple tools.

Takumi Machining Centers Provide High-Precision Operation

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Takumi highlights its UA400 five-axis and VC1200 three-axis machining centers, designed to minimize thermal growth and accelerate feed rates.

Mitutoyo Linear Height Gage Improves Measurement Accuracy

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

IMTS 2024: Mitutoyo America Corp. announces an addition to its linear height gage product line, providing simpler, more repeatable accuracy in measurement.