Additive Improves Melt Flow for PET, PBT and PET/PBT Alloys

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

CAI Performance Additives new ST-PA229C series said to outperform traditional lubricants.  

Mission Impossible: Keeping Pace with AI

Ángela Andrea Castro | GROW

Here is how my initial enthusiasm about sharing the integration of AI in editorial workflows was confronted with the daunting reality of continuous innovation. What was once cutting-edge knowledge became quickly outdated. This journey taught me the importance of discernment and self-awareness, accepting that competing with AI speed is a race best left unrun.

Valiant Products Buys Velo3D Sapphire XC to Produce Mission-Critical Parts

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Valiant Products purchased a Velo3D Sapphire XC large-format 3D metal printer which is calibrated for high-temperature, high-performance Inconel 718 alloy.

What’s new for 2024?

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

CompositesWorld discusses recent changes, upcoming events and strategies for the upcoming year. 

Mito Material adds Ligra liquified graphene to product lineup

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Chemically inert aqueous graphene solution can be readily dispersed through coatings, emulsions and sizing chemistries, highlighted through Vartega FenixFiber+.

Bonding, Sintering Tech Advances Metal Bonding for Mold, Die Components

| MoldMaking Technology

NPE2024: Punch Industry USA exhibits P-Bas, intended to replace the use of 3D printers when producing mold and die components, as well as a variety of mold component supplies.

Bonding, Sintering Tech Advances Metal Bonding for Mold, Die Components

| Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Punch Industry USA exhibits P-Bas, intended to replace the use of 3D printers when producing mold and die components, as well as a variety of mold component supplies.

Fire protection materials for pultrusion, 3D printing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2024: The Lehvoss Group presents fire-resistant composite materials for transportation and other industries, including their using in 3D printing, toolmaking and other process examples.  

Top 20 JEC Startup Booster 2024 finalists are revealed

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Tailored to find and assess the best startups in the composite industry, the 20 Booster competition finalists will be pitching their projects on stage March 5-7 at JEC World 2024.

Zünd establishes new subsidiary in Brazil

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Acquisition of long-time partner turned subsidiary BG Soluções Tecnológicas will further expand Zünd’s customer support in Latin America.

Xnovo Technology, Exciscope introduce X-ray tensor tomography technique

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Through a strategic partnership, the companies introduce the FiberScanner3D module, dedicated to bringing more rapid, reliable and robust fiber structure characterization methods to lab settings.

From Parts to Problem-Solving: 3DEO's Evolution with Intelligent Layering Metal 3D Printing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The technology developer and parts provider is moving beyond transactional 3D printing, in favor of holistic solutions where its AM process can have the greatest impact.

BMW Group y Bosch crean aula digital en el Conalep de San Luis Potosí

| Modern Machine Shop México

El aula está equipada con tecnologías de manufactura aditiva, robótica colaborativa, realidad virtual, diseño y creación de prototipos, entre otras.

Top 10 Markets for Polyethylene Film Extrusion | #3 Consumer Trash Bags

| Plastics Technology

Next on the countdown of the largest markets for polyethylene film extrusion is consumer trash bags. In this segment of our countdown, we discuss this market as a whole, changes in sustainability efforts, and improvements in production.

A Look at the Mold Digitalization Evolution and Lifecycle/Performance Data Impact

| MoldMaking Technology

Bob Vancoillie, Leader, Global Center of Excellence for Mold Management, Kenvue, Consumer Division, Johnson & Johnson shares key results that showcase the value of mold digitalization to the supply chain.

Gema V.P. Retires

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

After almost 40 years of dedicated service, Chris Merritt has announced his retirement.

ModuleWorks Partners With DN Solutions to Develop Machine Tool Software

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

DN Solutions uses ModuleWorks’ software development resources to advance its automated machining cycles and user-assisted solutions.

Powder Coating Formulation Combines Hardness and Flexibility

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

IFS Coatings launches thermoplastic modified polyolefin powder coating that combines hardness and flexibility. 

Tungaloy Modular Turning System Provides High Repeatability

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The ModuMiniTurn tool system incorporates a specialized coupling mechanism between the modular head and tool shank.

Radar Level Sensor Streamlines Bulk Material Inventory Management

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: The NCR-86 is designed to ensure rapid data updates, enhancing efficiency in inventory management.

Soluciones de software CAM agilizan el mecanizado CNC

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

iMachining, de SolidCAM, ahorra un 70 % o más de tiempo de mecanizado CNC.

Rectificadoras CNC: la importancia del control de calidad en el proceso

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

¿Qué se puede medir y controlar en el rectificado para conseguir superficies perfectamente acabadas? Conozca cómo la supervisión inteligente aumenta la calidad y reduce los desperdicios.