Mexican Media Brands
CMMs Give Moldmakers Precision, Sustainability, Ergonomic Operation
| MoldMaking Technology
The new generation of Zeiss Prismo precision measurement devices meet speed, flexibility, sustainability and productivity demands.
Michelin to purchase Flex Composite Group for €700 million
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The new agreement is an important step to develop Michelin beyond mobility, enabling deeper innovation synergies with composite material solutions.
Fraunhofer IPT achieves CFRTP tape recycling from H2 tanks
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A novel recycling approach uses a peeling process to recover thermoplastic UD tapes from hydrogen pressure vessels, cites 90% of mechanical properties are maintained.
BMComposites antenna flag pole addresses yacht connectivity challenges
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The autoclaved-cured carbon fiber flag pole solution specifically developed for Starlink Maritime eliminates signal impingement on sailing yachts of all sizes.
Give Job Shop Digitalization a Customer Focus
Mark Albert | Modern Machine Shop
Implementing the integrated digital technologies and automation that enhance the customer's experience should be a priority for job shops and contract manufacturers.
Bidding So Long — But Not Goodbye — To Plastics Icon Matt Naitove
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
After 51 years of contributing content, plastics industry stalwart will take a step back.
Sujeción magnética como alternativa a la sujeción convencional
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
SMW Autoblok México presentó solución de sujeción magnética como alternativa a la sujeción convencional para mayor flexibilidad en el maquinado.
Zoller Automation Event Will Showcase Digital Transformation
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Automation Days event will feature presentations from customers, industry leaders and company experts on implementing optimized, connected and automated processes around the complete management of cutting tools.
Haidlmair Expands Service Offerings and Hires Head of Service for U.S.
| Plastics Technology
The Austrian-headquartered injection mold and molding technology supplier announced an expanded range of services, including maintenance, repair, and optimization of injection molds from its location in Charlotte.
BTB Transfer destaca tecnologías europeas en FITMA
| Modern Machine Shop México
BTB Transfer exhibió en FITMA equipos hidráulicos y de maquinado con tecnología europea, incluyendo prensas Neotecman y tecnología de PTP Transfer.
Engel Aims for Net Zero Emissions, Commits to Standard
| Plastics Technology
The Austrian-based maker of automation and injection molding machines will subject its CO2 reduction targets to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and it achieved ClimatePartner status.
More Sustainable Two-Component Overmolding
| Plastics Technology
Swedish compounders HEXPOL TPE AB and Polykemi AB have collaborated on a 2K sustainable development project for consumer products.
Haitian Inaugurates New Facility in Mexico
| Plastics Technology
Representing an investment of $50 million, the 92,000-m2 (990,000-ft2) site outside Guadalajara will act as a regional headquarters and production center for the Americas.
Technology and Sourcing Guide 2023: Mold Maintenance, Repair & Surface Treatment
| MoldMaking Technology
A proactive maintenance plan to properly treat a mold to keep it running will decrease repair costs. Proper treatment of the mold’s surface is key to quality, corrosion-resistance, wear and tool life.
Inspect-X Automation OPC UA Interface conecta la planta de producción
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El software de automatización de Nikon Metrology está diseñado para simplificar la forma en que se comunican los sistemas de ejecución de manufactura (MES).
Five-Axis Machining for Small Prismatic Parts
Derek Korn | Production Machining
New to the U.S. market, this compact machine could enable precision turning shops to win complex, more prismatic work in medical and other industries.
Robots, AI and Superb BMW Surfaces
Gary S. Vasilash | Products Finishing
There isn’t an automotive paint shop in the world that doesn’t have post-paint inspection and defect processing. But BMW is doing this with levels of technology at a plant in Germany that exceed all other paint shops in the world.
SA Automotive y Neapco México realizan inversiones en Coahuila
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
SA Automotive invertirá 16 millones de dólares para su nueva planta en Ramos Arizpe, mientras que Neapco México invertirá 59 millones de dólares para expandir sus operaciones en Saltillo.
TotalEnergies innova el empaque de pellets con polímeros reciclados
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
TotalEnergies se encamina hacia la economía circular con su nuevo empaque para pellets de madera que cuenta con un 50 % de polímeros reciclados.
Romi VMC Provides Enhanced Rigidity, Precision
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The D 1250 VMC features linear roller guides that facilitate feed rates up to 1,575" per minute.
Welcome to the 2023 Moldmaking Product and Service Center
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
The 100 pages of this issue and an extensive online database serve up more than 1,000 manufacturers, distributors and suppliers of over 200 product, equipment and service categories that keep the mold manufacturing supply chain moving forward.
ADG Solutions Expands Recycling Product Line
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
ADG will offer recycling equipment from Baracco and Break Machinery.