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Increased molding productivity via additive manufacturing
Peggy Malnati | CompositesWorld
Companies in multiple segments turn to 3D printing for end-of-arm tools, fixtures for increased safety and functionality, lower cost and faster turnaround times.
Cumberland Additive Acquires Stratasys Direct Manufacturing Metals Operations, Doubles Metal AM Capacity
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The agreement also expands and diversifies Cumberland’s material offerings in aluminum, copper and other metal materials.
In Memorium: Eduardo Moussali, Vitracoat Inc.
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Vitracoat owner Eduardo Moussali passed away September 17th, 2023.
MGS Launches New Brand Positioned in Healthcare Manufacturing
| MoldMaking Technology
The Wisconsin toolmaker’s expanded global footprint and capabilities over the last few years bridge the gap for delivering more high-volume, complex healthcare innovations globally.
Mold Monitoring System Available to North American Customers
| MoldMaking Technology
Supplied through Globeius Inc., Mouldpro’s Flosense 1.0 improves processing control and quality via pressure and temperature sensors.
Herramientas de corte y portaherramientas para mecanizado desatendido
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop México
Conozca las nuevas características que ayuda a mejorar la estabilidad de la herramienta de corte, estandarizar el rendimiento y prolongar la vida útil de la herramienta.
Innovación, tecnologia y circularidad: focos de Ampacet en Plastimagen
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Ampacet presentó en Plastimagen sus soluciones avanzadas para reducir pérdidas, maximizar la circularidad y cumplir con objetivos sostenibles en toda la cadena del plástico.
Máquinas de inyección eléctricas y de alta velocidad de Sumitomo Demag
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
En Plastimagen, Avance Industrial destacó con máquinas de inyección de plástico de la marca Sumitomo Demag que se caracterizan por su alta velocidad y rendimiento, en aplicaciones para diversas industrias.
MMT Chat: Key Principles of an Automated System
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
PFAFF Molds develops its automated systems to address key customer pain points – such as high worker turnover, rising costs, volume fluctuation and sustainability.
Sames North America Names Regional Manager
| Products Finishing
Courtney Pfortmiller has been hired by Sames North America as a regional manager for the southwest region.
NatureWorks Reaches Distribution Agreements
| Plastics Technology
The maker of Ingeo PLA bioresins has reached distribution agreements with Bamberger Polymers and Channel Prime Alliance.
Faster Air Drying Primer Saves Body Shops Time, Energy
| Products Finishing
PPG's DP7000 Air Dry Primer can help save time and energy in the automotive refinish market in the EMEA region.
Large Plants Plan High Rates of Capital Spending in 2024
Jan Schafer | Production Machining
Gardner Business Media’s Capital Spending survey projects a modest decline of 7.4% in machine tool spending next year. While job shops are taking a wait-and-see posture, large plants plan robust spending with machining centers leading the way.
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SolidCAM Releases Simulation Software for CNC Operators
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
SolidCAM for Operator enables machinists to understand the clamping setups and home positions, and to view a complete simulation before running the G-code on the CNC machine.
En Coahuila 38 % de las inversiones durante 2023 fueron por nearshoring
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El gobierno de Coahuila informó que este año se anunciaron 67 inversiones en todo el estado.
3D Systems’ Accura AMX Resin Withstands Harsh Thermal Environments
Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology
Formnext 2023: The resin material is well suited for the testing of high-temperature components in applications such as HVAC, consumer appliances, motor enclosures, fixtures, mounts, stators, molding/tooling and more.
Copper, New Metal Printing Processes, Upgrades Based on Software and More from Formnext 2023: AM Radio #46
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Formnext 2023 showed that additive manufacturing may be maturing, but it is certainly not stagnant. In this episode, we dive into observations around technology enhancements, new processes and materials, robots, sustainability and more trends from the show.
Bio-based SiC ceramics from wood polymer composites
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Austrian research institute Wood K plus makes 95% silicon carbide ceramics more sustainable (>85% bio/recycled content), enables 3D shapes via extrusion, injection molding and 3D printing.
CAD/CAM Helps Team Win Advanced Manufacturing Competition
| Production Machining
Minnesota State College Southeast’s “Average Joes” team took home the grand prize at the 2023 Project MFG Advanced Manufacturing Competition.
Video From Formnext
Peter Zelinski | GROW
Up on the AM site, we now have a playlist of video filmed at the recent Formnext show in Frankfurt, Germany.
Qarbon Aerospace welcomes new CEO Michael Canario
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Canario’s 35-year career in aerospace, defense and advanced materials will continue to propel Qarbon’s growth initiatives in composite structures for the aerospace industry.
Toray obtains ISCC certification for European carbon fiber production facilities
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Toray Carbon Fibers Europe will product and supply carbon fibers derived from biomass and recycled materials, with future plans to obtain ISCC Plus certification for Japan and U.S. plants by 2024.