Temperature Control Units Attain Precise, Easy Hot Runner Control
| MoldMaking Technology
Developments and new innovations for highly productive, accurate and reliable hot runner temperature control units to be used in the injection molding process are presented by Hasco Hot Runner.
Plenty to Check Out at the MMT Booth during PTXPO
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Industry trade shows are a great place to connect, gain insight, take in new technology and processes, and walk away with some fun swag. Here is what you can expect at MoldMaking Technology Booth 1609 at the PTXPO on March 28-30 in Rosemont, Illinois.
Building code requirements renewed for CarbonCast wall panels
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
ICC-ES ESR#2953 renewal revalidates performance and compliance of AltusGroup precast wall assembly featuring C-Grid carbon fiber grid connector and rigid foam insulation.
Planefibra translucent composite tiles target natural lighting, energy savings
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
More than reducing the electricity bill, companies can improve their work environment by including these GFRP tiles, which have high thermal resistance, on their buildings.
Microwave heating for more sustainable carbon fiber
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Skeptics say it won’t work — Osaka-based Microwave Chemical Co. says it already has — and continues to advance its simulation-based technology to slash energy use and emissions in manufacturing.
CompPair adapts HealTech composites to LCM processes
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The new system, demonstrated through the manufacture of a large-scale wind turbine blade section, enables the repair and recovery of infused composite structures within minutes.
AFT's Semi-Synthetic Coolant Extends Sump Life
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Advanced Cool 2200 provides high visibility while machining, keeping the machine and parts clean with no odor issues.
Smart Container Design Reduces the Need for Containers
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Clorox household cleaning product incorporates principles of reuse and reduce.
Software Tracks Energy Waste in Real Time
| Plastics Technology
Affordable add-on to production monitoring software alerts uses when energy is being wasted.
Hexagon, Stratasys Unlock 3D Printed PEKK’s Lightweighting for Aerospace
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The companies say the rigorously validated multiscale models of these high-performance, aerospace-approved materials have been added to Hexagon’s Digimat materials exchange ecosystem with associated print process parameters from Stratasys’ aerospace-ready 3D printers.
Industria automotriz: producción y exportación continúan en crecimiento
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
En el primer bimestre del año, la producción de vehículos ligeros aumentó 6.07 %, mientras que las exportaciones crecieron 11.98 %.
Multispindle Automatic Lathe With Full System Concept
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
PMTS 2023: Tajmac’s Penta TMZ 518 is a five-spindle automatic lathe that features an island concept which offers the machine as a package.
Rust Prevention Solution Reduces Chemistry
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Hubbard-Hall’s Metal Guard 900 rust preventative provides extended indoor and outdoor protection for metal surfaces.
Hasco America Inc. PTXPO Spotlight
| Plastics Technology
Hasco discusses the upcoming Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) March 28-30
Lithoz Supports Zenit Smart Polycrystals’ Materials for Solid-State Lasers
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The collaboration includes alignment of Lithoz’s lithography-based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) technology for the Zenit process, as well as support for market, organization and innovation strategies.
CLR’s Eco-Friendly Reusable Absorbents for Cleaner, Safer Plant Floors
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
PMTS 2023: Closed Loop Recycling utilizes a proprietary process where absorbents are laundered for reuse, drums are steam cleaned for redistribution and the absorbed fluids are recycled.
Production Machining’s March 2023 News Highlights
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
Production Machining’s March 2023 news highlights include PM Emerging Leaders nominations, company accolades, community involvement, expanding distribution networks and more.
Enka inaugura nueva planta de reciclaje botella a botella en Colombia
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Enka cuenta con una nueva planta de reciclaje botella a botella que, según la compañía, es una de las cinco instalaciones de reciclaje de PET más grandes del mundo.
February's Moldmaking Industry GBI Crept Toward Growth
Jan Schafer | MoldMaking Technology
Despite contracting activity, moldmaking landed itself on the cusp to potential expansion in March, further encouraged by the slowing contraction of most Index components.
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Chip Conveyor Provides Both Chip Handling, Coolant Filtration Functionality
| Production Machining
PMTS 2023: The CleanSweep G2 is a self-cleaning conveyor designed to help operators eliminate the need for frequent coolant tank cleaning and maintenance.
Danimer Scientific VP to Join Department of Energy-Hosted Sustainable Chemistry Roundtable
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Keith Edwards will join other chemical sector value chain leader for Danimer discussion aimed at achieving chemicals sector decoarbonization and environmental justice.
Renishaw ofrece un sistema de inspección comparativa de alta velocidad
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Renishaw afirma que el sistema Equator cuenta con funciones de inspección comparativa de alta velocidad para la inspección de piezas de manufactura.