Zoller Automation Days Showcased Advances in Cutting Tool Processes

Jenn Cammel | Modern Machine Shop

Zoller highlighted technology that automates cutting tool management and establishes more resilient, reliable processes in the face the labor shortage.

Product Innovations Pushing the Mold

| MoldMaking Technology

Another tech roundup is here to provide an overview of technologies and services on the market for moldmakers. Featured in this roundup are cutting tools, mold components and more.

Caracol launches US operations with new Texas facility

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Local North American headquarters based in Austin, Texas, U.S. will further the additive manufacturing company’s manufacturing and customer support and rapid operations growth. 

Sperlu prepolymers enable high-performance epoxy resins with up to 80% bio-based content

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Spero Renewables has received funding to further scale its pilot production, enabling tunable epoxy resins for composites with Tg of 65-160°C and storage modulus >2,000 megapascals.

Five-Axis Machine Expands Advantages for Moldmaking

| MoldMaking Technology

Optimized tool path and cutting angle control, access to hard-to-reach surfaces and overall efficiency and precision make Expand Machinery’s Gen Mill 5X-24 machining center optimal for the mold and die industry.

Mantle to Deliver Production Metal 3D Printers for Moldmakers, Molders

| MoldMaking Technology

Demonstration of continued market momentum is seen by delivery of the P-200 printer to Westec Plastics and Westminster Tool’s success with a Mantle beta system. Mantle will be featuring these achievements at this week’s MoldMaking Conference.

People in composites: August 2023

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New hires and promotions have been announced this month by composites-related companies Cevotec, Tri-Mack, Norplex, ABC Polymer Industries, Belzona and Gefran Inc.

Lessons from a Machine Shop Literally on the Move

Lori Beckman | Production Machining

This Ohio shop relocated its CNC division to a building less than a mile from its headquarters. Reflecting on this successful move, management shares its story and some wisdom about what it learned from the experience.

Fuente de los errores de alistamiento en la medición de forma

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop México

Explore los errores comunes en medición de forma, incluyendo errores de montaje y malentendidos sobre parámetros. Ideal para ingenieros en busca de datos precisos.      

Live demonstrations present closed molding advancements

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2023: The Composites One and Closed Mold Alliance demo zone returns with short but engaging exhibitions featuring vacuum infusion, reusable bag molding, light RTM and other technologies through the show.

Pyramid Molding Group Expands Workforce to Fuel Anticipated Growth

| MoldMaking Technology

Twenty one additional team members since May 2023 broadens the company’s production and project capacity as a moldmaker and plastic injection molder.

Hubbard-Hall Acquires BioConversion Technology

| Products Finishing

The acquisition adds experience and biologics to the AquaPure product line.

Medición de geometría: errores de baja frecuencia y más

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop México

Descubra cómo evitar errores comunes en medición de geometría. Conozca los factores que influyen en la falta de redondez y cómo abordarlos.      

Medidores de espesor: micrómetros y herramientas manuales

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop México

Descubra los pros y contras de los tipos de medidores para reconocer espesores, incluyendo micrómetros y herramientas manuales.      

Importancia del análisis de humedad en la fabricación de plástico

John Bozzelli | Plastics Technology México

Aprenda por qué el análisis de humedad es crucial en la fabricación de plásticos y cómo afecta la calidad de las piezas.      

Best Practices for Blast Room Maintenance

| Products Finishing

A high-quality blast room is a large investment. Brandon Acker of Titan Abrasive Systems discusses proper care for your blasting equipment. 

MC Machinery destaca la serie MV-R en Meximold

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Meximold: En el stand 406, MC Machinery introduce la serie MV-R, que se caracteriza por su rendimiento y versatilidad.

Caron Engineering Software Connects Machining Environment

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The MiConnect application builder enables Caron’s integration specialists to develop specialized manufacturing applications without the need for custom coding.

Entendiendo la relación de intensificación en moldeo por inyección

John Bozzelli | Plastics Technology México

Descubra cómo la relación de intensificación impacta en el moldeo por inyección de plástico.      

Coca-Cola y Sidel se unen en la transición a tapas plásticas atadas

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Para impulsar la recolección y el reciclaje,  Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) trabajó de la mano con Sidel en la transición a tapas atadas a los envases así como en el diseño de un cuello de botella más liviano.  

Conferencias sobre manufactura de moldes en Meximold 2023

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Descubra el futuro de la fabricación de moldes con la amplia gama de conferencias de Meximold. Desde perspectivas sobre manufactura aditiva hasta monitoreo de productividad CNC en tiempo real.

SolidCAM Conference Live Stream Will Feature Latest Updates

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The annual SolidCAM World conference will be live streamed on September 5-6, 2023.