Conductivity and Plating

| Products Finishing

Eric Xie of PAVCO Inc. discusses conductivity when considering the combination of plating metal deposits, passivates and topcoats/sealers.

Prices of PE, PP, PVC, PET Largely Firm, Flat for PS

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

By most measures, pricing for the five commodity resins appeared to be holding firm going into the third quarter.

AM Workshop at IMTS: Succeeding With Powder Bed Fusion

Peter Zelinski | Modern Machine Shop

A half-day event at the International Manufacturing Technology Show focuses on tactics for success for machine shops and other manufacturers preparing to embrace production 3D printing via powder bed fusion.

Siemens inaugura planta de producción en Querétaro

| Modern Machine Shop México

La fábrica Kaizen de Siemens se especializa en la producción de paneles para el control de electrificación de diferentes industrias.

Axalta Appoints Two Executive Positions

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd., has appointed Chris Evans as V.P., global strategy, and Colleen Lubic has been appointed V.P., investor relations.

Robots Kuka ayudan al fresado automatizado, la AM y la fabricación de piezas

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Kuka Robotics presenta una variedad de soluciones automatizadas que pueden agilizar el procesamiento de piezas y aumentar el rendimiento general de la producción.

Craftsman Cribsheet No. 129: How to Beat the Heat

David Wynn | Production Machining

Shops tend to heat up in the summer. Here are some tips for staying cool in the warmer months.

Dow presenta resinas recicladas Revoloop en Plastics Recycling LATAM

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Las resinas Revoloop de Dow, creadas en colaboración con recicladores locales, refuerzan la cadena de valor del reciclaje y promueven la sostenibilidad.  

Nova Chemicals obtiene carta de la FDA para LLDPE reciclado mecánicamente

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

Nova Chemicals recibió una Carta de No Objeción de la FDA para su polietileno de baja densidad lineal reciclado (rLLDPE) producido en Connersville, Indiana, lo que permite su uso en aplicaciones de contacto con alimentos.

Bernal Industrial destaca sistemas de reciclaje de MAS en PRL

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Bernal Industrial presenta las extrusoras de doble tornillo y el sistema de limpieza en seco MAS DRD en Plastics Recycling LATAM 2024.

Quick Mold Change and LSR Tooling Trends

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

In this short but informational MMT Chat, MMT Editorial Director, Christina Fuges, sits down with Roembke Mfg. & Design Inc.’s Business Development Manager, Adam Shaal, to talk about a quick mold change solution, LSR tooling and the future moldmaker. 

Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies' Laser Enhances Deposition Process

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Ambit EHLA head, designed to enhance corrosion and oxidation resistance to armoring wear surfaces.

Meximold Tech Preview: tendencias en inyección y colada caliente

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Meximold 2024, llevará a cabo este evento virtual los días 7 y 8 de agosto, en el que presentará las últimas tendencias en inyección de plásticos y sistemas de colada caliente como adelanto a la feria presencial en octubre.

Specialty graphene additives functionalize composite systems

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2024: Mito features E-Go graphene oxide for improved thermoset and thermoplastic properties, in addition to other additive solutions that are dispersible, safe to handle and scalable.

Policy Strategy On Plastic Pollution Released

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

White House will seek to curb government purchase of single-use plastic, study pollution sources and fund management infrastructure.

Video: 3D Printed Tooling Eases Cobot Integration

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

At NPE 2024, Universal Robots and EMI Corporation highlighted how 3D printed end effectors, fixtures and more enable adoption of collaborative robots.

Vertical Aerospace releases new VX4 prototype, begins initial testing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Initial powered ground tests are underway for the U.K.-built composite eVTOL vehicle, ahead of a more robust flight program with CAA Permit to Fly approval.

Electra hybrid aircraft test flights prove eSTOL capabilities

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The composites-intensive Goldfinch took off and landed in under 150 feet in an off-runway environment for DOD missions.

Airbus A321XLR receives EASA type certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Single-aisle equipped with CFM LEAP-1A engines is meant to bring long-range flight opportunities to customers. Entry into service starts at the end of summer 2024.

CAEATFA grants Archer approval for electric powertrain facility ramp-up

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The $117 million award, believed to be CAEATFA’s largest to date in AAM, will support Archer’s planned expansion of battery pack and aircraft production facilities intended to support eVTOL commercialization.

Hybrid Machine Tools Continue to Make Gains

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Supply chain challenges plus improved ease of use bring increased attention to hybrids. Plus: A playlist of hybrid video.

Finisher’s ‘Top Shop’ Status Attracts Business

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

This competitive California finisher made it a goal to become a PF Top Shop. After earning the recognition, the company experienced an immediate increase in business and a challenge to obtain certifications.