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Suite de programación robótica introduce mejoras y funciones ampliadas
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
SprutCAM Tech lanza la actualización 17.0.10 para SprutCAM X, la cual introduce funcionalidades mejoradas, correcciones de errores y mejoras diseñadas.
At NPE, Cypet to Show Latest Achievements in Large PET Containers
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
Maker of one-stage ISBM machines will show off new sizes and styles of handled and stackable PET containers, including novel interlocking products.
Gardner Business Index - February 2024: 47.2
Jan Schafer | Gardner Intelligence
The Gardner Business Index (GBI) was up 1.1 points, the highest it has been in ten months.
PTi Makes Changes in Leadership Structure
| Plastics Technology
Moves aimed at bolstering the future of the sheet extrusion manufacturer.
Thin Wall Injection Molding PE Portfolio Expanded
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
NPE 2024: NOVA Chemicals has expanded its TWIM PE offerings with Surpass IFs 730 and Ifs932 high-melt injection molding grades
Motion Industries Appoints Senior VP of Strategy, Markets
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Chris Cleland will lead Motion’s strategy development for its business groups, as well as the e-commerce and digital teams.
Composites industry GBI stayed the course in February
Jan Schafer | CompositesWorld
The GBI: Composites Fabricating contracted in February to the same degree as January, maintaining its position in a contraction zone.
Tackling a Mold Designer Shortage
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Survey findings reveal a shortage of skilled mold designers and engineers in the moldmaking community, calling for intervention through educational programs and exploration of training alternatives while seeking input from those who have addressed the issue successfully.
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Muratec Hybrid Machine Combines Punch Press, Fiber Laser
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The MF3048HL combined punch press and fiber laser provides precise cutting, punching, tapping and forming operations on a diverse range of materials.
Kitamura Expands Presence in Mexico With Hi-Tec CNC Partnership
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Hi-Tec CNC will offer the full range of Kitamura products and services, including high-precision vertical, horizontal, double-column and five-axis machining centers.
Paperless Parts Software Streamlines Quoting Process
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The software streamlines repetitive, error-prone tasks associated with request for quote intake and prep work, allowing estimators to focus on high-value activities.
Soluciones de dosificación reciclables para alimentos y bebidas
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
Las válvulas de control de flujo SimpliCycle, de Aptar Closures, están hechas de TPE de baja densidad y fueron diseñadas para facilitar su reciclaje en las corrientes del PET, PP y PE.
The Value of CMM Controller Retrofits
Derek Korn | Production Machining
In this case, new controllers for two coordinate measuring machines — one 26 years old — with new programming software offers the possibility to enable multisensor inspection of critical, turned aerospace components.
Who’s Who Shaping Additive Manufacturing?
| Additive Manufacturing
Here are some highlights from an episode of AMT’s new IMTS+ series, “Moving on, Moving up,” which features four additive manufacturing leaders discussing their view of the industry’s top trends and challenges.
Uyemura Boosts Field and Met Lab Teams
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Russ Schwartz, a senior mechanical engineer, and Steve Medd, support engineer, add expertise to the team at Uyemura.
Airbus debuts CityAirbus NextGen eVTOL prototype
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Unveiling coincided with the opening of the new CityAirbus test center in Donauwörth, Germany, ahead of the aircraft’s maiden flight later this year.
Virtek AI-enabled camera brings high visibility to manufacturing workflow
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Iris 3D process monitoring software has been integrated with a camera that captures high-definition color images during ply layup and assembly processes for comprehensive data collection and management.
Digital Platform Enables Remote Machine Troubleshooting
| MoldMaking Technology
GF Machining Solutions’ My rConnect provides a virtual link between a machine and the company’s service and support team, giving live and historical data without the need to travel to a customer’s shop.
GBM introduces new editorial roles covering automation and sustainability
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CW parent company names Julia Hider correspondent for robots and autonomy and CW’s Hannah Mason correspondent for sustainability in manufacturing. Each role will cover a broader topic scope across industry.
Software Aids Localization of Injection Mold Inventory
| MoldMaking Technology
NPE2024: Hasco introduces Mould Track for the precise tracking of injection mold inventory for improved production planning.
Roboze becomes technical sponsor to Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The partnership, which started in 2023, transforms into a strategic alliance, combining a passion for motorcycle racing with Roboze’s composites 3D printing capabilities.
CEAD, Adaxis launch “AdaOne for Flexbot” software integration
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Collaborative effort results in a software experience that seamlessly integrates with CEAD’s Flexbot systems, aiming to elevate the efficiency in robotic large-format 3D printing with composites.