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8 Ways the Plastics Industry Is Using 3D Printing
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Plastics processors are finding applications for 3D printing around the plant and across the supply chain. Here are 8 examples.
NPE2024 Consumer Products Industry Session Highlights Trends, Innovations
| Plastics Technology
Hear from industry experts about the latest trends in consumer products at the Consumer Products Industry Sessions.
European boatbuilders lead quest to build recyclable composite boats
| CompositesWorld
Marine industry constituents are looking to take composite use one step further with the production of tough and recyclable recreational boats. Some are using new infusible thermoplastic resins.
Películas stretch: alta protección para productos con bordes afilados
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Conozca la colaboración exitosa entre la compañía argentina Termoplásticos Antártida y ExxonMobil para el desarrollo de películas stretch de alto rendimiento.
Hydraulic Locking Cylinders Offer Faster Mold Builds With Zero Flash Performance
| MoldMaking Technology
Off-the-shelf Kor-Lok “mini” model 70 and other side action systems by PFA come in more stocking options and next-day delivery to accelerate mold production.
Aconity3D, Equispheres Achieve Productivity Gains for Metal 3D Printing
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The companies say they have achieved remarkable productivity improvements using laser beam shaping and NExP-1 high-performance AM powder.
Software Helps Predict Sink Marks in POM Parts
| Plastics Technology
Polyplastics has developed software to help predict potential sink marks in parts injection molded from POM or acetal.
Connect With Other Plastics Members at NPE2024
| Plastics Technology
Plastics members get exclusive access to the Plastics Member Lounge at NPE2024.
Unraveling the Science and Myth Associated With Moisture Analysis— Part 1
Michael Sepe | Plastics Technology
The first task in moisture measurement is to purchase an instrument that is based on sound fundamentals. Then, before it goes into use, method development must be undertaken for all polymers that are going to be processed in the plant.
Ross VMC-100 Processes Viscous Solutions, Dispersions, Suspensions, Emulsions
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The VMC-100 is designed for vacuum operation up to 29.5”Hg and supplied with interchangeable 100-gallon mix cans, each fabricated with a 50-psig ASME-code stamped jacket for heating/cooling via glycol.
More Surface Finish Parameters at Hand
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
Measuring surface finish at the point of manufacture is often done by the same machinist who is manufacturing the part. They need tools that meet test requirements and are easy to use.
Renishaw Fixture-Modeling Software Streamlines Setup Process
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The FixtureBuilder 3D software enables fast creation and documentation of advanced, CAD-based, metrology fixturing setups.
Solar-Powered Photonic Cooling Enables Energy-Saving Coating
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Passive cooling technology can reduce interior temperatures 5-13°C, offering weight, cost and CO2 benefits for cars, construction, aircraft and more.
New online training course targets prepreg basics
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2024: Composites Expert highlights how its E-Learning Composites Academy platform supports flexible industry learning with new courses developed with Stelia Aerospace North America.
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PVD-Coated, Uncoated Insert Grades to Reliably Drill Aluminum
| MoldMaking Technology
Walter USA highlights the WNN15 and WN15 available for indexable insert drills that specialize in machining aluminum alloys.
Optiplan automotive sandwich panels optimized via AOC rPET resin series
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Incorporation of AOC’s Synolite rPET resins into FRP cover sheets enables the development of more eco-friendly truck construction.
Joby to launch eVTOL aircraft service in the UAE
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The all-electric aircraft company has been given exclusive rights to operate air taxis in Dubai by early 2026 for six years, in addition to other financial and operational support.
Visit the International Attendee Lounge at NPE2024
| Plastics Technology
If you’re attending NPE2024 from outside of the U.S, be sure to stop by the International Attendee Lounge to connect with other attendees from around the world.
3D Printed Airless Basketball Now for Sale
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Wilson began selling its Airless Gen1TM 3D printed basketball on February 16, 2024. Here’s what we learned about the ball last year, in this bonus episode of The Cool Parts Show.
Polyplastics and Selex Motors Collaborate on Electric Two-Wheeler Battery Covers
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Electric motorcycle startup Selex to mold battery packs with Polyplastics’ Duranex PBT.
Injection Molding Know How: Best of Bozzelli
| Plastics Technology
We at Plastics Technology have been grateful that John has regularly contributed Injection Molding Know How columns to our publication since 2010. In this collection, we present you with five articles that we think you will refer to time and again as you look to solve problems, cut cycle times and improve the quality of the parts you mold.
Premian a Carbios y L'Oréal por envase cosmético de rPET enzimático
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
Conozca el impacto ambiental del biorreciclaje desarrollado por Carbios, en colaboración con L'Oréal y cómo esta tecnología se encamina a la sostenibilidad.