Toray achieves NADCAP accreditation for thermoplastic prepreg manufacture
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Toray reported to be the first composites company to receive the Non-Metallic Materials Manufacturing – Thermoplastic Prepreg Manufacturing AC7124/6 certification.
Tool Caddy Safely Stores Cutting Tools
| MoldMaking Technology
The Kaiser Manufacturing Tool Caddy makes it convenient for the operator to grab toolholders without any risk of cuts.
Machina Labs awarded contract for robotic composites manufacturing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The initiative, enabled by the U.S. Air Force, is designed to advance metal tooling for high-rate production of composites.
Lamborghini developments highlight continued focus on composites
Gary S. Vasilash | CompositesWorld
The Lamborghini, the purveyor of superb sportscars, has long been involved in composites, but has noted an increase in the lightweight materials’ application.
Life on Both Sides of the Pond
| Gardner Web
After graduating from college with no direction of where to go, an interview at a mysterious company unexpectedly became the launching point and home for Ellen’s career.
Life on Both Sides of the Pond
| GROW
After graduating from college with no direction of where to go, an interview at a mysterious company unexpectedly became the launching point and home for Ellen’s career.
Sodick - Plustech Inc. PTXPO Spotlight
| Plastics Technology
Plustech discusses the upcoming Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) March 29-31
Illig y Neste colaboran en soluciones sostenibles para empaques
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Neste e ILLIG iniciaron una asociación estratégica para promover el uso de soluciones más sostenibles en la producción de envases de plástico termoformado.
Hypertherm Partners With Sofos Robotics on Offline Programming
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Sofos Robotics uses Robotmaster to perform cell design, reach and feasibility studies, as well as programming services.
Netstal incluyó en sus máquinas una opción para eficiencia energética
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Con este anuncio, Netstal ofrece una reducción de presión del sistema adaptativo de las máquinas de moldeo por inyección, lo que se traduce en una disminución en el consumo de energía.
Five-Axis Machining Center Performs Cutting Operations in a Single Setup
| Production Machining
PMTS 2023: Haas’ UMC-350HD is a compact five-axis universal machining center Capable of performing 3+2 and five-axis machining simultaneously.
Get to Know the PMPA at PMTS 2023
Derek Korn | Production Machining
The Precision Machining Technology Show provides the chance to see what membership in the Precision Machined Products Association offers at the association’s co-located National Technical Conference.
Double Cone, Pull Collets for High Runout Accuracy, Friction Prevention
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
PMTS 2023: Both the Double Cone and Pull Collets come with a Kroko slots option that prevents chips and dirt from getting into the bore and slots.
Haimer Products Enhance Shrink-fit Toolholding
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Eastec 2023: The Power Clamp Air i4.0 and the Nano NG i4.0 are specially designed for the shrink-fit process.
Better Edge's Drill Point Features Unique Geometry
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
PMTS 2023: The Bat Wing point geometry provides optimized gashing for lower thrust, polished flutes for increased chip evacuation and coolant gash channels for optimum flow.
PTXPO 2023 Preview: Unlocking Your Next Solution for Mold Maintenance, Repair and Surface Treatment
| MoldMaking Technology
PTXPO 2023 houses exhibitors that are ready to provide services and solutions for mold maintenance, repair and surface treatment challenges.
Attention to Measurement
| Products Finishing
English vs. Metric — which should you use? Ron Kinne of Haviland Enterprises Inc. explains why you need a firm understanding of both for measuring various aspects of plating processes.
Evonik Invests in Interface Polymer’s Additives for Sustainable Plastics
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Interface Polymers’ Polarfin additives shown to simplify to the processing of plastics such as mixtures of PE and PP.
General Polymers in Binding Buyout Agreement
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
The company has entered into this agreement for buyout of all remaining equity interest from Michael Kirtley.
Composite tension leaf springs: Available for trucks at last
Peggy Malnati | CompositesWorld
Tension leaf springs with progressive spring rates meet the demanding needs of truck suspensions.
Infrared Absorbing Masterbatch for PC
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
CAI’s new additive boasts high performance even in thinner PC films or sheets while being easy to process.
Choosing the Correct Gage Type for Groove Inspection
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
Grooves play a critical functional role for seal rings and retainer rings, so good gaging practices are a must.