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Markforged highlights Sidus Space 3D-printed composite satellite
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The two partners have spent the last four years working on LizzieSat, a partially 3D-printed satellite that is set to launch on the SpaceX Transporter-9 rocket in 2023.
SGL Carbon reports best operating result in more than 10 years
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The 2022 year saw 12.8% sales increase supported by all four business units — Graphite Solutions, Carbon Fibers, Composite Solutions and Process Technology — improved EDBITDApre and reduced net financial debt.
Your Tour Guide to Plastics Technology’s 2023 Events
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
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Toray announces growth, investment in carbon fiber composite materials
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
As part of its 2023-2025 management strategy, Toray projects 42% growth for pressure vessels, 30% growth in carbon fiber composite materials revenue and a doubling of capital investment.
Volkmann’s PowTReX Rolls to 3D Printers for Easy Installation, Movement
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The metal powder transfer and recovery system now features a mobility package as standard, making it easier for companies to automate the powder transfer, extraction and sieving processes at multiple printers without investing in multiple machines.
Pellet Extrusion 3D Printing Raises Advantages in Thermoforming, Vacuum Forming Molds
| MoldMaking Technology
3D Systems’ Atlas and Atlas-HS thermoplastic pellet extrusion 3D printers offer high-speed printing of molds with high-performance, high-temperature materials.
Using the Toolchanger to Automate Production
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
Taking advantage of a feature that’s already on the machine tool, Lang’s Haubex system uses the toolchanger to move and store parts, making it an easy-to-use and cost-effective automation solution.
Manufacturer Offers Range of Barstock Material, Grades
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
PMTS 2023: M&M’s quality precision ground barstock provides machine shops with benefits such as reduced waste, better finishes and less downtime.
High-Speed Gaging of Precision Machined Parts
Derek Korn | Production Machining
PMTS 2023: Using a parallel kinematic structure, this device enables high-speed scanning and rapid moves between features for accurate machined part gaging.
Analysis of Multi-component Dye Baths Using CIELAB and Reflectance Spectrophotometry
| Products Finishing
The following is a paper based on a presentation given at NASF SUR/FIN 2022, in Rosemont, Illinois, on June 8, 2022, in Session 10, Light Metals Processing. A pdf of this brief can be accessed and printed at
MoldMaking Technology's Leadtime Leader Awards Competition Returns!
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
After a brief hiatus, MoldMaking Technology’s Leadtime Leader Awards Competition is back!
Inyectoras fabricadas en México: novedad de Haitian en Expo Plásticos
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Haitian exhibe en vivo, durante Expo Plásticos, una máquina de la serie Marte, fabricada en México, produciendo un plato plástico que incluye IML.
Expo Plásticos presenta tecnología para aprovechar el nearshoring
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Expo Plásticos Guadalajara 2023 le apuesta a la innovación tecnológica y a un modelo de producción sustentable para la industria del plástico.
Emuge-Franken Solid Carbide Drills Withstand Shock, Chipping
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The MultiDrill’s TiAlN-T63 coating uses nano-layer technology with surface hardness, providing reduced friction at high temperatures.
NMP's Parts Cleaning Systems Pass Upcoming Regulations
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
PMTS 2023: ITF Parts Washing Equipment machines are designed to help prepare and sustain manufacturers for the upcoming environmental regulations in North America.
Electrodeposited Nickel Composites Containing Diamond Particles
| Products Finishing
Originally published as J. Zahavi and J. Hazan, Plating and Surface Finishing, 70 (2), 57-61 (1983), this paper was awarded the 1984 AESF Gold Medal for Best Paper published in Plating and Surface Finishing in 1983. The work, methodology and results discussed here remain valuable from a historical standpoint.
Fixtureworks Expands Range of Workholding Clamps
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The product range features over 80 varieties of clamps, including, swing, thrust, side toggle, pneumatic, form holding, pull and strap.
Automatic Lathe Maximizes Number of Operations in One Machine
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
PMTS 2023: Esco’s Escomatic D6 CNC Ultra automatic lathe makes it possible to machine the front and back of the workpiece simultaneously.
ABB Begins Expansion on Michigan Headquarters
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The expansion is expected to be completed in November 2023 and will create 72 new skilled jobs in the area.
Cartesian Robot Line Enhances Control, Increases Speeds and Boosts Takeout Functions
| Plastics Technology
Absolute Robot has upgraded its Max series of full-servo top-entry robots upgrading its control, speed and takeout functions with the Y-Free capability.
Sintavia Developing Additive Manufacturing Facility for US Navy
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Sintavia is collaborating with Bechtel Plant Machinery to develop a dedicated additive manufacturing facility in support of the United States Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
TotalEnergies USA Adds PLA to its North American Portfolio of Resins
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Company becomes commercial rep of its TotalEnergies Corbion joint venture, a global leader of bioplastic PLA.