Broaching Tool Technology For Lathes Used to Slot Inconel Parts

Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop

This shop finds value in using an indexable-insert-style broaching tool to create blind-hole slots in heat-treated Inconel aerospace parts on a CNC lathe.

The Role of Social Media in Manufacturing

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Charles Daniels CFO of Wepco Plastics shares insights on the role of social media in manufacturing, how to improve the “business” side of a small mold shop and continually developing culture.  
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Gardner Business Media Introduces New Editorial Roles Covering Robots and Sustainability

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Julia Hider is named correspondent for robots and autonomy, while Hannah Mason is named correspondent for sustainability in manufacturing, with both writers reporting on those topics across the Gardner Business Media brands.

Edge Technologies Bar Feeder Provides Optimal Stock Support

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The FMB Turbo RS 4-45 bar feeder provides reduced vibration, a boost to maximum rpm, better surface finishes and the ability to hold tighter tolerances.

Reactive Recycling Additives Gets Scientific Validation

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Nexam’s patented technology demonstrates ‘remarkable’ capabilities in repairing polymers degraded during recycling cycles.

Used Plating Equipment Website Goes Live

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

Ronatec is launching a used finishing equipment website designed to offer a secure experience for both sellers and buyers.

Hybrid Press Runs Larger Tools at Lower Tonnages

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Nissei’s compact FWX Series combines a novel clamp design, low-pressure molding technology, and greater platen and tiebar spacing to enable large molds to run on lower tonnages.

Equilibradores de herramientas garantizan resultados uniformes en la fabricación de moldes

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La serie toolBalancer permite a los fabricantes de moldes lograr acabados superficiales de alta calidad y prolongar la vida útil de las herramientas de corte.

Midtonnage Hybrid Range With Compact Footprint Launches

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Milacron has the global launch of its new M-Series injection molding machine line featuring a large clamp stroke as standard in a line of midtonnage, compact-footprint machines.

Iniciativa sostenible: Coca-Cola retira etiquetas en envases de Sprite

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Coca-Cola realizó una prueba de botellas sin etiquetas para Sprite y Sprite Zero, simplificando el reciclaje y reduciendo el desperdicio de embalaje.

Unidirectional Thermoplastic Tape Uses High-Performance Nylon

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Toray Advanced Composites’ Cetex TC915 PA is well suited for automotive, high-performance industrial and sporting goods applications.

Modern Machine Shop's Bowling Bonanza: Brent Donaldson's Two Turkey Triumph Sparks Controversy

Bryce Ellis | GROW

The Modern Machine Shop editorial and production team boldly stepped into the mean streets of Norwood, Ohio, for their first-ever Bowling Bonanza at Stone's Lanes.

Updated Control, Cooling Water Distribution, Electromechanical Ejector and Injection

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Boy’s U.S. subsidiary marks its 50th anniversary in Orlando with six machines and U.S. intros for the Procan ALPHA 6 control, and hybrid ejectors and injection units.

The Fundamentals of Polyethylene – Part 1: The Basics

Michael Sepe | Plastics Technology

You would think we’d know all there is to know about a material that was commercialized 80 years ago. Not so for polyethylene. Let’s start by brushing up on the basics.

The Cold Spray Solution to the Casting, Forging Supply Chains

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Startup HAMR Industries performs additive manufacturing work at Neighborhood 91 that provides an alternative to traditional casting and forging. Success so far has led to redefining the limits of its additive equipment.

SAMPE Foundation seeks nominations for high school STEM program

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New program seeks to embed composite materials education in high school STEM programs, and inspire students to pursue further studies in advanced materials. Deadline is Sept. 1, 2024.

Head Sports prototype racquets to incorporate bio-circular Torayca fiber

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Toray Carbon Fibers Europe S.A. is supplying its ISCC Plus-certified carbon fibers for tennis racquets and pickleball paddles.

Mold Technologies Division Calls for Scholarship Applications

| MoldMaking Technology

Applications for a $5,000 educational grant and $3,000 student scholarship related to plastics manufacturing engineering are open until May 31st.

Freudenberg launches fully synthetic wetlaid nonwovens

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Wetlaid materials, manufactured from various types of polymer-based fibers, are particularly designed for use in filtration and other industrial applications.

Low Flow Indicators Designed for Critical Mold Cooling Channels

| MoldMaking Technology

NPE2024: Low-flow applications can benefit from Burger & Brown Engineering’s Smartflow solution, which provides high visibility into the flow channels of molds to ensure bench verification. 

Volocopter receives green light for VoloCity serial production

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Production organization approval (POA) extension gives Volocopter the ability to design and produce the eVTOL aircraft in Bruchsal once it receives type certification.

Software Helps Processors Make Better Business Decisions

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Tracker Monitoring and Reporting Software supports ISO reporting and material validation, including PCR usage and equipment status monitoring.