From the CW Archives: The life and death of the BMW i3

Jeff Sloan | CompositesWorld

A look back at the ambitious and impressive composites production system BMW developed for production of the all-electric i3 EV.

SMW Autoblok USA Appoints New President, CEO

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Larry Robbins has over 35 years of experience in machine tool manufacturing, including various leadership roles at the company.

Four Industry 4.0 Tech Adoption Insights from Indiana Plastics Manufacturers

| MoldMaking Technology

As more plastics manufacturers step into the Fourth Industrial Revolution, insights have emerged about how best to approach the digital transformation journey.

Las perillas de retención TJ Davies permiten una gran fuerza de tracción

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Elaboradas con acero de aleación 8620 que se mecaniza internamente con roscado de un solo punto según especificaciones imperiales (Clase 2A UNC) o métricas (Clase G6).

DMG MORI impulsa la innovación en los Tech Days de Querétaro

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El reconocido fabricante de máquinas-herramienta, DMG MORI, ha llevado a cabo su evento anual Tech Days en Querétaro, ofreciendo a ingenieros, gerentes de talleres metalmecánicos y líderes de plantas de manufactura una visión privilegiada de las últimas tecnologías en el sector del mecanizado.

Netstal se integra oficialmente a Krones AG

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La adquisición de Netstal expande el portafolio de Krones y refuerza su presencia global en el sector de envasado y bebidas.

Sowa Shrink-Fit Machine Conserves Toolholder Life

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The ShrinkSmart shrink-fit machine’s Smart Coil assesses the distinct resistance of each toolholder to prevent excessive heating.

Sensing Instrumentation for More Sustainable and Automated Polymer Processing

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Dynisco solutions support move to nontoxic materials and adds feedback control capability.

Video: Ergonomics and Economics of Really Big Laser Powder Bed Fusion

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The DMP Factory 500 solution currently operating at CIMP-3D offers a look at the equipment and steps necessary to 3D print metal parts at large scale.

Robert McLaughlin Retires from Axalta Board of Directors

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

Robert M. McLaughlin has decided he will retire from Axalta’s board of directors and will not stand for re-election at the company’s 2024 Annual General Meeting of Members.

Celebrating Dave Necessary's 20th Year at Gardner

Melissa Kline Skavlem | GROW

Dave sharing insights and wisdom with a Capital Spending audience.

MVP facility expansion strengthens Tennessee manufacturing operations

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Relocation of its manufacturing center to the East Tennessee facility boosts capacity by 25%, facilitates more process, decision-making and collaborative flow. 

Molder Emphasizes Circularity in Molding, Extrusion, Automation and AM

| MoldMaking Technology

NPE2024: Alongside partners, KraussMaffei provides a comprehensive look at its offerings — from injection molding machines to automation and additive manufacturing — as well as partnerships, to advance its focus on sustainability.

TPRC announces press forming dataset publication

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Recent research by academia aimed to validate composite forming simulations for press forming UD thermoplastic composite laminates.

Mold Builder Grows Mold Training, Additive Tooling Via Industry Partnerships

| MoldMaking Technology

NPE2024: Westminster Tool is showcasing how it continues to expand its toolmaking knowledge through latest case studies, and mold qualification and injection molding training expansion.

Verne receives Alberta Innovates award to demonstrate CcH2

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Funded project will demonstrate the performance benefits of cryo-compressed hydrogen fuel for Class 8 trucking and other heavy-duty transportation sectors.

SAMPE North America announces 2025 conference location

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Indianapolis, Indiana has been selected as the 2025 conference’s location for the area’s strong ties to automotive and aerospace manufacturing activities and modern conveniences.

Unveiling Excellence: The 2024 Leadtime Leader Award - Who Will Claim the Crown?

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MoldMaking Technology’s Leadtime Leader Awards competition comes to a close as the community discovers the 2024 winner at NPE on May 7 at 4 p.m. in Booth W2143.  Make your plans to be there!

Polyfuze Graphics Corp. Partners With RFID Specialists

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

To help customers navigate the complexities of RFID technology, Polyfuze has partnered with such companies as HID Global.

Spatial Computing, AI Meet the Machine Shop

Udo Jahn | Modern Machine Shop

Artificial intelligence and the spatial computer have enormous potential to change the way machine shops will operate in the future.

SMW Autoblok USA Appoints New President, CEO

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Larry Robbins has over 35 years of experience in machine tool manufacturing, including various leadership roles at the company.