on Autonomy for work sites, a car-replacing bike, & why charging a battery is like inflating a balloon

Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web

A concept Bobcat AV. . .an electric bike that can haul cargo. . .what’s important for carbon neutrality. . .an app to prevent car-train accidents. . .how to understand EV charging rates (simply). . .VW ID. 4 considered. . .what do EV buyers really consider. . .Dodge 1,025-hp engine

3D Printed Cutting Tool for Large Transmission Part: The Cool Parts Show Bonus

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

A boring tool that was once 30 kg challenged the performance of the machining center using it. The replacement tool is 11.5 kg, and more efficient as well, thanks to generative design.

Mold Designer, Mold Maker and Mold Repair Technician of the Year to be Named

| Plastics Technology

The winners of the annual awards, including the new repair prize, will be announced at PTXPO by the Society of Plastics Engineers’ Mold Technologies Division.

PreZero Recycling utiliza equipo para clasificación de Stadler

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Con el objetivo de lograr una puesta en marcha fluida en sus servicios de gestión de residuos, PreZero Recycling eligió los sistemas de Stadler.  

Cutting Tool Laser Marking System Offers Unattended Operation

Derek Korn | Production Machining

PMTS 2023: Automated laser marking is possible using this new device with robot for cutting tool identification.

BMW Group presenta una planta de producción virtual

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Debrecen es la primera instalación del BMW Group en ser planificada y validada completamente de forma virtual.

AFT's Semi-Synthetic Coolant Extends Sump Life

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

PMTS 2023: Advanced Cool 2200 provides high visibility while machining, keeping the machine and parts clean with no odor issues.

High-Heat, Flame-Retardant LCP for Electrical Vehicles

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Solvay’s Xydar LCP G-330 HH is designed for high-heat EV battery module insulation.  

Alliance Manufacturing's Cleaning Systems Use Safe Solvents

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

PMTS: The company’s vacuum degreasing machines use solvents to remove contaminants from manufactured parts without the use of water or scrubbing.

Control Solution Simplifies Troubleshooting, Performance Analysis

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

PMTS 2023: The LoganNet Wi-Fi and software offers simple, microprocessor control solutions for industrial, marine and mobile equipment to enable enhanced efficiency and productivity.

Multicoupling Range Extended

| Plastics Technology

Hasco‘s quick-connect system for multiple cooling circuits has added U.S., French and HT versions.

Hybrid Quick-Change Collet Chuck Converts to Mandrel

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

PMTS 2023: SMW Autoblok’s hybrid Comot-AZ quick-change collet chuck quickly changes from a collet chuck to a mandrel in seconds.

Siemens' CNC Control Facilitates Digital Transformation

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2023: The new control generation is designed to provide machine builders and end-users with a full digital twin of the machine tool and machining sequences.

Celebrating the Importance and Impact of the Moldmaking Community

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

The moldmaking community often comes together outside of work to give, honor and celebrate. Here are just a few examples.

United Grinding North America Supports Reshoring Initiative

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

United Grinding is a Gold-level sponsor for the Reshoring Initiative which is dedicated to the rebirth of U.S. manufacturing.

Methods Machine Tools Renews Strategic Partnership With Yasda

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Methods is the single importer, distributor and service provider of Yasda Precision Tools K.K.’s portfolio of precision machining centers in the U.S.

Orion Boosts Capacity of High-Jetness Specialty Carbon Blacks

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Through the debottleneck of a post-treatment plant in Germany, the company has increased production of its high-jetness specialty blacks.

PMTS 2023 Product Preview: Parts Cleaning

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Learn about some of the latest parts cleaning solutions that will be on display at PMTS 2023.

Shibaura Machine Company PTXPO Spotlight

| Plastics Technology

Shibaura discusses the upcoming Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) March 28-30

Plataine, NIAR ATLAS partner to promote aerospace innovation, digitalization

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Researchers at NIAR ATLAS will examine how Plataine’s technology can help manufacturers and advanced composite material vendors drive further digital transformation while undertaking industry challenges.  

Jabil, KAV Sports deliver customized composite bike helmets

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Innovative materials science and 3D printing collaboration meets stringent criteria, enables mass customization for consumers.

Iten Defense acquires Transparent Armor Solutions

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Years of close collaboration add TAS’ advanced transparent armor solutions to Iten Defense’s own composites armor for maritime vessels, fixed- and rotary-wing aircrafts and tactical vehicles.