ITHEC 2024 finalizes conference program, features CW panel on TPC certification for future airframes

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

The International Conference and Exhibition on Thermoplastic Composites on Oct. 9-10, 2024 features top speakers and sessions on novel TPC technologies and applications in automotive, aerospace, hydrogen and more.

4th of July: A Time to Remember

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

It’s July 4th, and as we in the U.S. celebrate with picnics and barbecues with family and friends, let’s remember the men and women who serve our country.  

Slide Lock-Style Slide Retainers Prevent Wear

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Progressive Components adds to its line of SRT slide retainers with slide lock-style slide retainers to prevent any interference with the mold during ejection and ensure proper movement of the mold.

CAM-Driven Lathe Questions

| Production Machining

There can be hidden issues using legacy cam-driven lathes that can be overcome using new CNC technology. Here are three to keep in mind.

Unsaturated polyester resin exhibits flame-retardant properties

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2024: Polynt is demonstrating its halogen-free A 6104 A resin at the Composites One Demo Booth in the making of a battery tray using a silicone bag closed mold process.

Farsoon destaca su plataforma multiláser FS721M-8-CAMS

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Impresora 3D metálica de gran formato Farsoon FS721M CAMS ofrece capacidad de manufacturabilidad continua.

Alcamare: material reciclado premium de México para el mercado europeo

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

En PRSE, Alcamare presentó sus resinas recicladas de grado alimenticio, destacando su tecnología avanzada y su papel clave en la economía circular en México.

Exportaciones manufactureras representaron 89.6 % en el primer trimestre de 2024

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

A tasa anual, el valor de las exportaciones manufactureras creció 2.3 % en dicho periodo.

Mikron Milling Tool Suppresses Machining Chatter

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: The CrazyMill Cool CF milling tool features chatter suppression during machining, especially on thin-walled parts, which enables smoother cutting.

Velocity Composites achieves recertification globally

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

AS9100D and AS9120B accreditation across Velocity’s three manufacturing sites in the U.K. and U.S. reinforce quality service to aerospace and defense customers.

Eve receives $94 million additional equity to support eVTOL development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New capital financing includes equity injection participation from large strategic industrial companies and diversified investors.

Stitched, needle-punched fabrics benefit open and closed molding

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2024: Vectorply Corp. displays a range of engineered reinforcements, including NCFs, needle-punched reinforcements, consumables and more, along with highlighting it technical support options.

Schwanog Custom Form Tools Reduce Cycle Times

Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Schwanog’s insertable form tool system supports the manufacture of precision parts for industries such as medical, automotive, aerospace and others.

Ceratizit Milling Tool Provides Reliable HRSA Machining

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The MaxiMill – 211-DC indexable insert milling system features 3D-printed cooling channels.

Changes Afoot for Plastics Technology

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Jeff Sloan named brand manager of PT. Tony Deligio to head PT’s editorial efforts beginning in September.   

Expertos imparten curso sobre Economía Circular de Plásticos en ESPOL

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

El próximo 9 de julio, ESPOL presenta un curso sobre la economía circular aplicada a los plásticos, como parte del Diplomado Internacional en Innovación Tecnológica en Plásticos.  

Company R&D supports specialty resins, additives development

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2024: Interplastic highlights its range of specialty resin offerings, as well as its advancements in R&D producing gelcoats, colorants, bonding compounds, adhesives and putties.

3D Systems’ SLA AM Solution Creates Production-Grade Parts

Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: The PSLA 270 is engineered to deliver larger end-use parts more rapidly than similar platforms, bringing tremendous advantages for a breadth of industrial and health care applications.

Starrett Metrology Solutions Increase Speed, Accuracy of Measurement

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: The company’s specialized, custom gage solutions and force testing systems, as well as precision granite solutions, gage blocks and more, are being showcased.

Farsoon’s FS811M Offers Large-Format, 12-Laser Metal LPBF Platform

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The FS811M platform offers a variety of innovations, including an all-new multilayer gas flow with advanced wind-wall design to ensure real-time particle removal throughout the whole oversized chamber.

Metalworking Activity Trends Down Again in June

Jan Schafer | Modern Machine Shop

The Metalworking Index closed at 44.3 in June, down 1.2 points relative to May, marking a 2024 low.

Continuum Powders Provides Sustainable Metal Printing

Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop

OptiPowder 718, based on Ni 718 alloy, is the first-ever 100% recycled, sustainable metal powder option made available in Velo3D Sapphire printers.