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.

Rectificado de herramientas: mujer galardonada como operaria del año

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El reconocimiento a una mujer como “Operaria del Año” en el concurso inaugural de Anca marca un hito en la industria del rectificado de herramientas. Este premio, otorgado a Lena Risse, destaca su excepcional talento y contribuciones al campo, desafiando los estereotipos de género y abriendo nuevas puertas para la diversidad en la industria. 

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.

Hexagon Caesar III software supports hydrogen pipeline analysis, standards

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Version 14 of the stress analysis software — applicable for use with FRP pipes — enables engineers to perform analyses more accurately, following the latest developments in hydrogen codes and standards.

Stack Mold System Combines Fast Injection With High Process Repeatability

| MoldMaking Technology

NPE2024: Primarily designed for thin-wall packaging applications, the patent-pending mold design by Oerlikon HRSflow brings consistency, simplified maintenance and assembly and a sustainable materials focus.

Stack Mold System Combines Fast Injection With High Process Repeatability

| Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Primarily designed for thin-wall packaging applications, the patent-pending mold design by Oerlikon HRSflow brings consistency, simplified maintenance and assembly and a sustainable materials focus.

RUAG International sells aerostructures business, grows Beyond Gravity space business by 8% in 2023

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Beyond Gravity is expanding and modernizing sites, adding AFP and a new facility in Decatur to double capacity.

Thousandths Increment Core Pin Line Expanded

| Plastics Technology

Progressive Component’s line of TI Pins now includes 267 standard sizes in new, longer lengths.  

Sustainable Carbon Blacks for Wire and Cable and Other Applications

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

NPE 2024: Orion showcases carbon blacks from end-of-life pyrolysis oil.  

Impacts of Auto’s Switch to Sustainability

Gary S. Vasilash | MoldMaking Technology

Not only is the auto industry transitioning to electrification but there are concerted efforts to modify the materials used, especially polymers, for interior applications.

Sandvik Coromant Parting Tool Provides Improved Surface Quality

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

CoroCut QD Y-axis parting tools feature upgraded blades with no Y offset, providing easier programming and increased stroke.

AkzoNobel Ups Powder Coatings Capacity With Investments

| Products Finishing

AkzoNobel has invested $30 million into its North American power coatings manufacturing sites in order to expand its reach and capabilities.

Secretaría de Economía destaca los anuncios de inversión en México

| Modern Machine Shop México

La Secretaría de Economía indicó que se contabilizaron más de 31,000 millones de dólares en anuncios de inversión de enero al 15 de marzo de 2024.

Centro de torneado que proporciona una mejor remoción de virutas

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El centro de torneado Johnford SL-300L-II, de Absolute Machine Tools, incluye una torreta servobidireccional de 12 estaciones o una torreta servomotorizada BMT-55 opcional.

Refurbishing Service for Biax Lines

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Clip and chain systems for film-stretching lines can now be overhauled in the U.S.

Moldmaking, Design, Repair and Apprenticeship Awards to be Announced at NPE

| Plastics Technology

The Society of Plastics Engineers’ (SPE) Mold Technologies Division will announce four international awards during NPE2024 at the Moldmaking Technology booth.

Inverting Turning and Five-Axis Milling at Famar

Evan Doran | Production Machining

Automation is only the tip of the iceberg for Famar, which also provides multitasking options for its vertical lathes and horizontal five-axis machine tools.

Novel Cooling System, Energy Efficient Extruders for Blown Film

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Tower-mounted, variable-diameter air ring and flexible, energy-efficient extruder highlight Apline display.  

Equipment for Compounding, Reactive Extrusion, Devolatilization, Foaming and Direct Extrusion

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Leistritz to focus on advances made via twin-screw extrusion.  

Pacto de los Plásticos de México: un impulso hacia la economía circular

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

El Pacto de los Plásticos de México, respaldado por WWF, la Fundación Ellen MacArthur y WRAP, une esfuerzos en busca de soluciones para una gestión más sostenible de los plásticos. Empresas como Yakult, Evertis, México Recicla, Ecolana y Bioelements se sumaron.

Design for Maintenance: Five Tips to Extend Tool Life and Simplify Maintenance

| MoldMaking Technology

  Want to extend tool life? You need a design for maintenance approach. Learn five essential tips for getting started with design for maintenance in this webinar presented by Canon Virginia, Inc.