Grabcad Print Pro Software Helps Improve Part Accuracy, Workflow

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The software features new plug-in partners AlphaSTAR and Castor, providing options for real-time part analysis and streamline integrated workflow.

Robotic Bottle Unscrambler Debuts at Pack Expo

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Dual infeed system maximizes productivity.

Caracol Launches Operations in North America With New Texas Facility

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The Texas facility will enable Caracol to better guarantee local quality and certifications standards, faster delivery times, dedicated and timely service, and application development support to all North American customers and partners.

Measuring Multilayer Plastic Containers Made Easier With Today's Ultrasonic Gauges

| Plastics Technology

Ultrasonic gauge technology has evolved to simplify measurement of very thin layers in plastic containers. Today’s gauges with high-frequency capabilities and specialized software can make multilayer container measurement quick and easy for ordinary users.

2023 iWarriors Alliance Charity Golf Outing

| MoldMaking Technology

Alliance Specialties and Laser Sales will once again partner with the iWarriors organization during its annual golf outing, Mundelein, IL, at Countryside Golf Club.  The annual event supports the iWarriors mission, which is to assist severely injured members of all branches of the Armed Forces by providing them with personalized tablets to aid in their return, recovery and reintegration.  The golf outing will kick off with an open house at the Alliance facility, followed by registration, lunch and a shotgun start at 12pm CST.

Metalworking Activity Continued to Contract Steadily in August

Jan Schafer | Modern Machine Shop

The degrees of accelerated contraction are relatively minor, contributing to a mostly stable index despite the number of components contracting.

Emco Appoints New CEO

Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop

Markus Nolte has 25 years of experience, including stints in different management functions and industries.

PAL-V launches Germany-based flying car showroom

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The advanced air mobility company takes a decisive step toward mainstreaming the two-person PAL-V Liberty for potential buyers, investors and enthusiasts.

Eifel Mold & Engineering Celebrates 50 years in Moldmaking

| MoldMaking Technology

Under the leadership of founder Josef Hecker and his son, Rick Hecker, Eifel has developed a reputation for producing high-quality injection molds, in addition to playing an active role in giving back to the industry.

TenCate Advanced Armour renamed to Integris Composites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

With its rebranding, Integris maintains the ability to develop, test and manufacture ballistic armor and survivability solutions while expanding into new markets where composite solutions can be advantageous.

Hose Assembly Tool Makes Easy Work of Coupler Assembly

| MoldMaking Technology

From the Mouldpro line, Globeius introduces a hose assembly tool solution for getting the right couplers for mold cooling line needs.

Toray boosts stake in Thai subsidiary to upgrade cellulosic sugar production

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Its work to produce bio-based fibers, resins and films will be augmented through a 84.4% stake and a larger facility to enable commercial production of 100,000 metric tons of cellulosic sugar annually by 2030.

Lehvoss Group relocates, grows compounding and technology center in China

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Dynamic growth in Lehvoss’ compound activities in China and Korea has led to Lehvoss New Material (Kunshan) Co. Ltd’s doubled facility size for better meeting local customer needs and material requirements.

MMT Chats: 4 Keys to a Successful Mold-Building Operation: Innovation, Transparency, Accessibility and Relationship

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges chats with Steve Michon, co-owner of Zero Tolerance in Clinton Township, Michigan, about the excitement of solving problems, the benefits of showing gratitude, the real struggle with delegation and the importance of staying on top of technology.  This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

Fabricación de herramientas de corte especiales

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Meximold: Herramientas Cleveland ofrece una amplia variedad de herramientas de corte especiales.

Change in Management at Altana's BYK Division

| Products Finishing

Altana's BYK division is experiencing multiple changes in leadership.

'Tis the Season — Gearing Up for Conferences and Trade Shows

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Products Finishing looks ahead to fall finishing industry events.

3D Printing Project to Advance Medical Device Customization

Fiona Lawler | Additive Manufacturing

Creating flexible medical devices requires innovations in design, materials science and advanced manufacturing. A research team aims to refine and implement new methods of 3D printing medical devices. 

Advancing composite manufacturing through custom wire solutions

| CompositesWorld

CAMX 2023: Pelican Wire’s engineering and manufacturing capabilities provide tailored wire solutions for complex heating, temperature monitoring and distinct sensing applications.

Dow y Enka firman acuerdo para crear empaques más sostenibles

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con la resina PCR de la marca Revoloop, Enka y Dow facilitan el desarrollo de empaques flexibles y sostenibles de alto desempeño en el mercado colombiano.      

Crece el Indicador de Pedidos Manufactureros en agosto

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En agosto y con datos desestacionalizados, el Indicador de Pedidos Manufactureros presentó un aumento mensual de 2.03 puntos al ubicarse en 52.2 puntos.

Injection Compression Molding as Alternative to Thermoforming

| Plastics Technology

Arburg will show its all-electric Allrounder 720 A press utilizing injection compression molding to create thin-wall IML cups from PP.