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Cetec ERP System Prevents Slowdowns in Production
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The Pre-Allocation feature simplifies the purchasing and material planning process and prevents unnecessary inventory from sitting on the shelf.
Bales Metal Surface Solutions Installs New Nickel Plating Lines
| Products Finishing
The installation has doubled the finishing supplier’s nickel line capacity.
Engel presenta en NPE sus máquinas de inyección eléctricas
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
Engel destaca en NPE2024 su amplia gama de soluciones, desde la E-motion 50/30 TL para microinyección hasta la Duo 5160/770 WP Tech US para decoración.
EHang secures production certification from CAAC
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
With production, type and standard airworthiness certification under its belt the AAM company is cleared for mass production of the EH216-S.
Electric Servo Cylinder Enables Detailed Valve Pin Control, Energy Efficiency
| MoldMaking Technology
NPE2024: Yudo USA features Yu Drive II Eco, a compact solution that doesn’t require a separate controller, operating only by combining injection machine signals.
Archer successfully completes multiple battery pack drop tests for Midnight aircraft
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Proprietary battery pack design integrated into a composite battery enclosure passed extreme impact scenario simulations, setting the stage for upcoming for-credit testing with the FAA.
Acciona to build wind blade recycling plant in Spain by 2025
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Waste2Fiber facility will use a proprietary thermal method to separate wind blade materials for reuse and will have a processing capacity of 6,000 tons of material/year.
Composites end markets: Pressure vessels (2024)
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
The market for pressure vessels used to store zero-emission fuels is rapidly growing, with ongoing developments and commercialization of Type 3, 4 and 5 tanks.
Vacuum Degreaser Cleans Up a Messy Situation
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
By replacing its immersion parts washer with a vacuum degreasing system, this machine shop is much more efficient, saving the company money, man hours and the health of the operators.
Alternativa de acero para herramientas a los moldes basados en S7
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
International Mold Steel muestra el acero para herramientas en frío DCMX, como alternativa al S7 para ahorrar tiempo y dinero en los moldes de plástico.
Embracing the Big G for 2024
Stephanie Hendrixson | GROW
In a recent conversation with Hannah Mason, she commented that her new role as Gardner’s Sustainability Editor required “getting out of the composites bubble.” Nothing against composites of course, but the bubble imagery I think is apt.
AI Manages Resin Drying Airflows and Throughputs for Energy Savings
| Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Optional feature automates the process of maintaining process-ready resins at perfect temperatures and varied throughputs, while preventing overdrying and realizing significant energy savings.
Crece la exportación de la industria automotriz en el primer trimestre del año
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
En el primer trimestre de 2024 se exportaron 824,971 vehículos ligeros, lo que representó un crecimiento de 11.29 % con relación al año previo.
4 Tips for Staying Profitable in the Face of Change
Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop
After more than 40 years in business, this shop has learned how to adapt to stay profitable.
Horn Toolholder Features Multiple Coolant Connections
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The 224 grooving system features internal coolant supply that is fed directly to the insert via the clamping finger or directly to the flank face via a hole.
Gardner Business Index - March 2024: 48.1
Jan Schafer | Gardner Intelligence
The Gardner Business Index (GBI) was up again, .9 points in March. slowing contraction each month so far this year.
Metalworking Activity Holds Steady in March
Jan Schafer | Modern Machine Shop
Overall metalworking activity leveled off in March, but not to a point of concern.
How to Implement Five-Axis Mold Machining for Higher Productivity, Versatility
| MoldMaking Technology
Understanding the basics of five-axis capabilities justifies the investment, but exploring all the multi-axis machine benefits and approaches enhances the return on investment.
My Journey to an Accidental Career that Became My Passion
David Wynn | Production Machining
“Machining was not the career I chose; it chose me.”
Kennametal Announces Strategic Partnership With ModuleWorks
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Joining Moduleworks’ Strategic Partner Program enables Kennametal to improve service to small and medium-sized general engineering shops.
Resin Drying Hoppers Offer More Energy Efficiency, Durability and Cleanability
| Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Drying hoppers provide improved energy efficiency and a durable textured metal exterior finish. Thicker insulation provides a cooler working environment, while polished stainless steel interiors resist material entrapment, and make cleanouts and changeovers faster.
Soraluce Gantry Machines Handle Diverse Machining Applications
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The new High Rail Gantry Machines offer high-speed cutting capabilities, high precision rates and the ability to handle high-volume machining tasks.