Zeiss Holds Digital Measurement, Metrology Event

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Zeiss Quality Innovation Days brings together quality and metrology experts from all over the world to take part in industry-specific sessions.

Kennametal impulsa la innovación tecnológica mediante un acuerdo estratégico con ModuleWorks

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La alianza, anunciada recientemente, marca un hito significativo en la capacidad de Kennametal para ofrecer soluciones de manufactura digital inteligentes e integradas a sus clientes.

Completely Connected Molding

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Medical, inmold labeling, core-back molding and Industry 4.0 technologies on display at Shibaura’s booth.

'Groundbreaking' Flame Retardant PC and PC/ABS

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Trinseo’s new FR PC and PC/ABS produced without  PFAs or halogenated additives

Zeiss Holds Digital Measurement, Metrology Event

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Zeiss Quality Innovation Days brings together quality and metrology experts from all over the world to take part in industry-specific sessions.

Velo3D Sapphire Printers Become First Metal 3D Printers to Achieve DOD Green-Level STIG Compliance

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The certification allows Sapphire printers to be connected to the DOD’s Secret Internet Protocol Router Network (SIPRNet) and gives customers confidence that their metal 3D printers are hardened against potential cyberattacks and other vulnerabilities.

Edge Technologies Bar Feeder Maximizes RPM Potential

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The second-generation Patriot 338 and 551 were designed for faster changeovers, ease of use and safe operation.

PLASTICS Names McGwire Winner of 2024 William R. Carteaux Leadership Award

| Plastics Technology

Member of PLASTICS for more than 40 years served on several committees and boards since 2005, including a stint as chairman.  

Zeiss Hosts Digital Event for Metrology and Software April 15-19

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The event is designed to offer a unique opportunity to gain new, interesting insights and exchange ideas with industry experts from all over the world.

EOS M 290 1kW Metal AM System Engineered for Materials, Applications That Demand Higher Intensity

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The EOS M 290 1kW metal printer features a one-kilowatt laser with the flexible, midsize frame to deliver the power needed to maximize production of industrial applications for copper and copper alloy, with more materials coming.

Sidus Space Successfully Launches LizzieSat Hybrid 3D-Printed Satellite

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The hybrid 3D-printed satellite was manufactured using Markforged 3D printers for parts that would be incredibly lightweight, durable and custom to the structure to ensure the satellite remains intact during launch and works properly for its full life span in space.

Starrett Video System Provides Secure Measurement Data

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The KMR-MX 200 Manual Video System is well suited for a range of industries such as medical, aerospace, defense and others that require traceable and secure measurement data.

PEK for Metal Replacement and Applications Requiring the Highest Heat Resistance

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

NPE 2024: Polyplastics’ new Sarpek polyetherketone (PEK) is said to be an advancement over PEEK.  

Protecting Your Automation Investments

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Shops need to look at their people, processes and technology to get the most of out their automation systems.

Machine Series Debuts for Chen Hsong

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

NPE2024:  Chen Hsong has three injection molding machines in its booth, including 2-platen, hybrid and a next-generation line with improved platen and toggle design.

Bedford names OSCO safety exclusive ReadySeries supplier

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Adding GFRP ReadySeries to OSCO’s suite of safety solutions provides customers with a one-stop shop experience to address critical safety needs. 

ILAuNCH Trailblazer project to use AM technologies to produce large-scale composite rockets

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

ILAuNCH partnership, joined by ANU and New Frontier Technologies, will develop a qualified manufacturing process that will directly contribute to the development of launch vehicle development.

Plastics Manufacturer Berry Acquires F&S Tool Inc.

| MoldMaking Technology

Berry expands its full plastic packaging lifecycle solutions and global tooling capabilities for customers.

FAA investigates fresh concerns over 787 aircraft production

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A Boeing engineer has claimed that the Dreamliner’s composite fuselage assembly process is flawed, raising questions about the aircraft’s structural integrity.

Kineco Exel Composites India to supply carbon fiber planks for wind 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Multi-year agreement between the joint venture and a South Asian wind turbine manufacturer contributes to composite spar cap development.

Aluminum Plate for High-Temperature Tooling Applications

| MoldMaking Technology

NPE2024: Ellwood Specialty Metals exhibits its EllCast 2 aluminium plate. Its strength at high temperatures, combined with high thermal fatigue resistance and hardness, makes EllCast 2 ideal for critical applications.

Century Tool Invests in Cheto Machine for Deep-Hole Drilling With Milling

| MoldMaking Technology

Seven-axis CNC strings together gundrill and milling programs, enhancing Century Tool’s moldmaking process.