AddUp AISI 420 Steel Enables More Complex, Efficient Injection Tooling Molds

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

This stainless steel is commonly used to manufacture molds for plastic injection molding, as it has both high mechanical strength and good corrosion resistance.

CGTech Simulation Software Optimizes Machining Operations

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Eastec 2023: Vericut software detects errors and potential collisions in NC programs prior to running them on machines for the first time, thereby enabling programmers to send programs to a machine with the confidence it will run without incident.

Ceratizit Waterjet Nozzles Cut Difficult Materials

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The HyproJet range features three standard waterjet nozzles designed to provide narrow hole tolerances, optimized cutting and radial run-out accuracy.

Desarrollo de nuevas resinas epóxicas biobasadas

| Plastics Technology México

Explore cómo las resinas epóxicas derivadas de productos naturales ofrecen soluciones seguras y de bajo impacto ambiental en comparación con las sintéticas.

Flexxbotics' Turnkey Platform Automates Machine Tending

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Flexxtend platform is designed to the user’s specification, and the company’s team provides onsite integrating, validating and training.

BlueHalo launches next generation of Intense Eye UAS

| CompositesWorld

Unmanned aerial system (UAS) from BlueHalo featuring an HX5 injection-molded chassis from Alpine Advanced Materials is said to be lighter, stronger and more efficient than aerospace-grade aluminum. 

Report finds US offshore wind will continue on upward trajectory

| CompositesWorld

Research from Renewables Consulting Group, as reported by NA Wind Power, finds the U.S. offshore wind market has moved into the construction phase for large-scale projects.

Reshoring Initiative Reports Another Stellar Year

| MoldMaking Technology

According to the report, the IRA and Chips Act combined with deglobalization trends to boost reshoring in 2022 to another all-time high — up 53% from 2021’s record.

Nikon features upgraded LC15Dx noncontact laser scanner

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Wireless inspection tool features increased resolution and accuracy of data acquisition for continuous feedback of metrology information, further enhancing its versatility and efficiency.

Rock West Composites completes development model design for robotic arm

| CompositesWorld

The Canadarm3 robotic arm will be used in the lunar Gateway Program, supplied by the Canadian Space Agency.

Advanced Turning Grade Gains Application Versatility

| MoldMaking Technology

The Dormer Pramet T9415 grade addresses moldmaking needs with a 30 thicker MT-CVD coating, optimized cutting-edge geometry and a harder substrate.

on CAKE and carbon, health and safety in interiors, colorful Porsche, and much more

Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web

Life-cycle analysis for carbon reduction. . .sensors inside for health and safety. . .Colorful Porsche 963. . .fire truck for EV battery fires. . .GM EV portfolio in China. . .Toyota Gazoo Racing Supra. . .handling additive powders. . .EVs and ICE suppliers. . .

Fraunhofer IFAM advances automation, robotics development for large composite structures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New developments in automated or semi-automated manufacturing solutions through MFFD, CoMMaNds 2, FastFlexMont 2, Tempo and UniFix projects to achieve sustainable, efficient composite part production.

Mitigating Inconsistencies From Liquid Coating Tank Changes

| Products Finishing

Mike Bonner of Saint Clair Systems discusses strategies for keeping liquid coatings homogenous and mitigating inconsistencies when changing process drums.

Injection Molder Bases Company Culture on Employee Empowerment

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

After more than two decades in the industry, Rodney Davenport was given the opportunity to create an injection molding operation in his own vision, and — in keeping with the product he was making — to do so from the ground up.

Ceratizit's Control System Increases Process Security

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Eastec 2023: The ToolScope monitoring and control system can reduce cycle times up to 15% and, with wear monitoring, optimize tool life and provide additional tool reserve usage up to 30%.

Dan Janka, de Mazak, nombrado nuevamente presidente de AMT

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Dan Janka, presidente de Mazak Corporation, ha aceptado una vez más el cargo de presidente de la junta directiva de The Association of Manufacturing Technology – AMT.

Actualícese sobre manufactura aditiva y sus tendencias en FITMA 2023

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Conozca el programa de conferencias sobre manufactura aditiva que se desarrollará en el marco de FITMA 2023 y que abarca principios, aplicaciones y evaluación de calidad de esta tecnología en la industria.

Manufactura de Nuevo León continua en crecimiento en 2023

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Al cierre del primer trimestre de 2023, el índice de nuevos pedidos llegó a 60.6 puntos, la mejor cifra desde el inicio de la medición de este indicador en 2013.

Con clasificación de residuos, México avanza hacia la economía circular

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Según TOMRA, la clasificación de residuos mixtos podría evitar hasta 730 MM de toneladas de CO2 para 2030. En México, la premisa de cero basura es principio fundamental del modelo de economía circular.

Finishing High Reliability, Function Critical Parts

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

From safety critical automotive and aerospace components to lifesaving medical micro-components and implantable devices, Indiana-based Electro-Spec finishes applications that require zero failure rates. 
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United Performance Metals Is the One-Stop Build Plate Shop for Production AM

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

United Performance Metals (UPM) started producing build plates for metal 3D printing in 2019. Now, the company offers full refurbishment and inventory management for this critical additive supply — with more to come.