SkyNano opens new Tennessee facility for carbon management technology R&D

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The 20,000-square-foot space enables the cleantech startup to hire additional team members, tackle larger projects and advance low-carbon composites development, high-performance batteries and more.

Airtech, AES partner to grow LFAM applications

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Airtech will provide extensive AM support, while AES commits to exclusive use of Airtech products, all of which will further materials development, market strategies and design practices.

Freeform Injection Molding Now Integrated With Desktop Injection Molding Machine

| MoldMaking Technology

Injection molding machine supplier APSX-PIM now offers a comprehensive desktop FIM package using Nexa3D’s technology to 3D print molds, design parts.

HyWaSand demonstrates large-series production potential for automotive TP sandwich components

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Storage compartment flap for truck interior produced via fully automated continuous fiber thermoplastic sandwich molding technology shows suitability for series manufacture.

1:4 Speed Multipliers Available to Live Tool Lathes

| MoldMaking Technology

Distributed through Platinum Tooling, Heimatec speed multipliers are now available in 24,000 max. styles for North American customers.

Voith announces hydrogen storage cooperation with Weifu Hi-Tech

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New deal with Chinese auto firm will develop and commercialize Type IV tanks for European, U.S. and Asian business markets.

Corvette E-Ray wins Best Performance Car of 2023

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The GM Corvette Z06 sports Carbon Revolution carbon fiber wheels, cutting weight, increasing range and providing a noticeable difference in driveability.

Episode 42: An Interview with Robin Deal, Hubbard-Hall

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Hubbard-Hall wastewater treatment specialist Robin Deal discusses the latest trends in wastewater management. 
#regulations

Education at NPE2024: More Reasons Than Ever to Attend

| Plastics Technology

NPE attendees  will learn about the future of plastics, the important part they play in our evolving industry and how plastics contribute to our daily lives and our circular economy.

Hasco inaugura centro de servicio técnico para colada caliente en México

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Ante el crecimiento y dinamismo de la transformación de plásticos en México, Hasco invierte en ampliar sus capacidades de servicio al cliente para los sistemas de colada caliente en Querétaro, México.

Continuum Powders Creates Energy Partnerships With Priority Power and AirGas

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Continuum is contracting to secure some of the industry’s greenest sources for power and argon gas. When the entire combination of the new renewable energy sources are added with its proprietary process, the company anticipates a total energy consumption of nearly zero.

AEC Extends Warranty on BD Series Blender

| Plastics Technology

Coverage extended from previous term of one year.  

Dillon Pin Location Jaws Hold Sensitive Parts Without Deformation

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Each jaw is CNC milled to provide maximum accuracy of workpiece location, enabling air chucks to hold sensitive workpieces firmly.

Shelton Machinery Launches TSM Group

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Shelton Machinery, Concept Machinery and Municipal Machinery have partnered to form TSM Group, a new parent organization under which the three companies will now operate.

AI-powered robotic solutions support high-mix manufacturing

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

AI startup offers automation innovations for high-mix, high-variability, manual surface finishing applications.

Advanced Inspection of Bottles and Labels

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Intravis shows new system for full label inspection on round, randomly oriented bottles; and redesigned bottle inspection system with more modular design.

Mold Maintenance Continues to Matter: Enhanced Training Program in a New Facility

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

I attended a MoldTrax mold maintenance workshop in 2019 and shared my experiences, and despite changes in ownership, the workshop's remarkable value endures, as discussed in a recent Q&A with the current leadership.    
#workforcedevelopment

Turning Fixed-Body Plug Gages Inside Out

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

Fixed-body mechanical plug gages provide fast, high-performance measurement for tight-tolerance holes.

Mazak Partners With Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute brings together manufacturers and research institutions to drive innovation in digital infrastructure and security for advanced manufacturing, supply chains and workforce development.

Adaptador de collets GDS mejora la productividad del rectificado

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El sistema de sujeción µGrind se ha personalizado para adaptarse a los requisitos de las máquinas rectificadoras de ANCA.

HP’s 3D HR PA 12 S Polymer Material Creates Smooth Finishes for Cost-Efficient Parts Production

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The material can be used to create smooth surface finishes, which enables an optimized production process that streamlines postprocessing steps, thereby saving time and further reducing costs for producing complex smooth parts.

Precision Machining Technology Review: March 2024

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s March 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Unisig Deep Hole Gundrilling Systems, Kyocera Precision Tools, Swiss Steel USA Inc. and more.