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.