Multi-Laser Powder Bed Fusion 3D Printer Supports Complex Mold Building

| MoldMaking Technology

Using its FormUp 350 system, AddUp, in collaboration with Siebenwurst Group, improved the conformal cooling channels for a mold slide.  

Hi-DEN project targets novel high-pressure hydrogen storage innovations

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Carbon ThreeSixty, alongside partners Antich & Sons and Viritech, will manufacture, integrate and demonstrate a volumetrically efficient composite hydrogen system for land transport, short-haul aerospace.  

Classic Citroën vans reimagined using composites, AOC resins

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Caselani Srl, with support from AOC Resins and designer David Obendorfer, retrofits close to 400 vans/year to meet modern needs and comfort for Type H car enthusiasts.  

Carbon Mobile, SABIC to develop, deploy advanced carbon fiber in connected devices

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Collaboration aims to deliver the next generation of thinner, lighter, stronger and more sustainable composite materials used in consumer electronics and automotive industries.  
#electronics

Why You Need Brand and Messaging Architecture

| Gardner Web

Before you can develop the best method of distributing a message, you have to have the right message. And before you can have the right message, you have to have the right messaging structure – a structure that leverages every possible efficiency and gives individual brand assets and the overall brand the best possible chance for success.
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Composites Evolution selected as material supplier for ‘67 Mustang

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The ‘67 vintage vehicle by Charge Cars features Composites Evolution’s novel Evopreg carbon fiber prepreg, specially made for the Mustang’s bodyshell to meet customer specifications.  

Shedding Light on Surface Inspection

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

State-of-the-art reflector-based lighting system improves luminosity and ergonomics for surface inspection tasks while reducing energy usage.

Continúa en expansión la manufactura de Nuevo León

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El Índice de Nuevos Pedidos se incrementó 3 puntos, alcanzado los 57.1 puntos, la mejor cifra en un febrero desde el 2013.

INEOS Styrolution and Agilyx Advance Chemical Recycling Plant Development

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Collaboration with Technip Energies said to provide an all-in-one solution for the chemical recycling of polystyrene into high-purity styrene monomer.

Educational Offerings at PMTS

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Technical presentations and on-the-show-floor, booth demonstrations can lead you to discover new ideas to help your shop become more efficient and profitable.
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Temperature Control Units on Display at PTXPO

| Plastics Technology

technotrans says climate protection, energy efficiency and customization will be key discussion topics at PTXPO as it displays its protemp flow 6 ultrasonic eco and the teco cs 90t 9.1 TCUs.

ABB Expands Robotics Factory in US

| Products Finishing

The highly automated facility’s expansion will create jobs in the state of Michigan.
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Natural fiber composites: Growing to fit sustainability needs

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Led by global and industry-wide sustainability goals, commercial interest in flax and hemp fiber-reinforced composites grows into higher-performance, higher-volume applications.

Gerdau Graphene Launches “First” Graphene-Enhanced PE Additive Masterbatch for Extruded Packaging and More

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The company has also partnered with conglomerate Sumitomo Corp. for distribution of its graphene-enhanced masterbatches in Japan.

Grupo Wittmann proyecta incremento de 10 % en sus ventas para 2023

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

El Grupo Wittmann espera este comportamiento gracias a un aumento en la cartera de pedidos, sus ampliaciones recientes, y los signos de mejora que muestra el mercado.  

Mini Clamping Changeover System Minimizes Setup Times

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

PMTS 2023: Mini clamping device changeover system enables actuation with just one screw to reduce setup times.

Mueller Brass Offers Wrought Brass Rod, Bars for Machining

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

PMTS 2023: The company has two facilities for producing a variety of brass alloys that meet customers’ expectations and are compliant with new lead-free legislation introduced for potable water and PEX applications.

NMP's Parts Cleaning Systems Pass Upcoming Regulations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS 2023: ITF Parts Washing Equipment machines are designed to help prepare and sustain manufacturers for the upcoming environmental regulations in North America.

Fixturing Castings Made Simple Through Adhesive Workholding

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

When a casting proved too malleable for traditional gripping, Thomas/Euclid Industries adopted — and succeeded with — Blue Photon adhesive workholding.

Omax Corporation Cutting Machine Offers Customizable Design

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2023: Maxiem1530 offers adaptable machining in plate sizes up to 10' × 5'.

Kaiser Manufacturing presenta solución de almacenamiento

| Modern Machine Shop México

El Tool Caddy de Kaiser Manufacturing está diseñado para la seguridad del operario.

Mastercam, Andrew Crowe Help High School Establish Manufacturing Program

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Mastercam and Andrew Crowe recently provided resources to students at Benjamin Franklin High School to start an advanced manufacturing program.
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