German Trial Demonstrates Recycling Technology for Multilayer Rigid Packaging

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

BASF, Krones, Sudpack, TOMRA collaboration achieves proof of concept for closed recycling loop for PET-based multilayer packaging.

Grob Robot Cell Enables Long Periods of Unmanned Operation

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The GRC-R12 robot cell features a pneumatic single- or double-gripper system, as well as a drawer feed system with six drawers.

Fagor Automation, Danobat to Host Open House Event

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

To celebrate the relocation of their North American headquarters, both companies will host an open house event at the new facilities in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, on Tuesday, June 20th, 2023.

DEDSmart Tool Harnesses Data in Real-Time for Build Quality Verification

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

FormAlloy Technologies’ DEDSmart technology for autonomous DED builds and build data logging utilizes enhanced in-situ monitoring and control, and the power of data, to complete builds autonomously while data logs are automatically exported enabling Digital Build Certification.

Mejora continua en la manufactura de compuestos plásticos

| Plastics Technology México

Descubra las técnicas y métricas clave para impulsar la mejora en la fabricación de compuestos plásticos y cómo enfrentar los desafíos en el proceso de extrusión.

6 factores clave para evaluar un sistema de colada caliente

| Plastics Technology México

Aprenda cómo seleccionar un sistema de colada caliente que satisfaga las necesidades de fabricantes de moldes y moldeadores por inyección para mejorar la calidad y reducir costos.

Roles of Women in Manufacturing Series: Quality: Anisa Ali and Lisa Carrothers 

Carli Kistler-Miller | Production Machining

Two women share their journeys to manufacturing and quality, and give advice to anyone seeking a career in manufacturing.  

What is the Moldmaking Community Excited About?

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

As we continue to celebrate MoldMaking Technology’s 25th anniversary with a look back over the past quarter century, I asked readers during our recent Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) “What excites you about the future of moldmaking?”
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Metyx Composites introduces Metycalc web-based application

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Metycalc is presented to the composites industry by Metyx Composites as a value-added support tool to aid in achieving stiffness, strength and weight goals for laminate designs.  

United Grinding Precision Summit to Feature 16 Machines, Technical Sessions

| Modern Machine Shop

The first ever Precision Summit is happening in Miamisburg, Ohio on May 24-25, 2023.

Siemens Expands Additive Manufacturing Initiatives in the U.S.

| MoldMaking Technology

Technology company increases focus and support of AM R&D at its Charlotte Advanced Technology Collaboration Hub, which is also incorporating metal binder jet technologies from Meltio, Desktop Metal. 

Virgin Galactic completes 24th VSS Unity glide flight

| CompositesWorld

The company is to prepare for rocket-powered spaceflight pending data analysis, following the successful glide flight in New Mexico.

Aldimir Torres, reelecto presidente de ANIPAC hasta 2024

| Plastics Technology México

ANIPAC reeligió a Aldimir Torres como presidente hasta 2024 y anunció nombramientos en su Comisión Ejecutiva.

New Alignment Options Machined from Parting Line

| Plastics Technology

Progressive Components has expanded its Z-Series Alignment Lock product line, introducing several new options.

Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Applies Injection Molded Chassis

| Plastics Technology

BlueHalo’s Intense Eye UAS has replaced a machined aerospace-grade aluminum chassis with one molded from Alpine Advanced Materials’ HX5 multi-scale reinforced polymer for a stronger, lighter craft.

MMT Chats: SPE MTD 2023 Mold Repair Person of the Year

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges sits down with the newly named SPE Mold Technologies Division 2023 Mold Repair Person of the Year to learn about his passion for mold repair. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.    

Large Format 3D Printer and Industrial Grade Processing Unit

| Plastics Technology

B9 Creations introduced the B9 Core 6 Series MPro at Rapid+TCT

Zeiss' CMM Shortens Setup Time, Minimizes Downtime

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Eastec 2023: The O-Inspect multisensor CMM provides flexibility in handling a wide variety of part sizes and small characteristics.

Reciclaje y producción sustentable de llantas: la apuesta de Lanxess

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con agentes desmoldeantes sin silicona y soluciones para el reciclaje de neumáticos mediante devulcanización, Lanxess impulsa la producción sostenible de llantas.

Safran y el Instituto Politécnico Nacional concretan alianza educativa

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Durante Famex 2023, Safran y el Instituto Politécnico Nacional firmaron un convenio de colaboración para el desarrollo de egresados de las Ingenierías Aeronáutica y Aeroespacial.

Mold Lifting Rings Offer Efficient Mold and Die Management

| MoldMaking Technology

PCS Company's Codipro Mold Lifting Rings are said to provide more efficient material handling and moving of molds and dies in any shop or molding facility.

Finishing Activity Ended April Down 1.3 Points vs. March

Jan Schafer | Products Finishing

Finishing Activity: The April Index signaled contraction, closing at 49.0 compared to March’s 50.3.