Braskem Idesa recibe reconocimiento como Empresa Excepcional

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Braskem Idesa fue reconocida por la dimensión social de sus prácticas y el compromiso de todos sus colaboradores para abordar los desafíos del entorno nacional.

PTXPO Preview 2023: Mold Material/Mold Base Needs

| MoldMaking Technology

At PTXPO 2023, the Moldmaking Pavilion returns, housing exhibitors ready to meet attendees' mold material and mold base challenges head on.

Tungaloy amplía su serie AH8000

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Tungaloy añade un rompevirutas a su línea de insertos con recubrimiento PVD.

Regionalization: The Path of Ten Industries In North America

| Modern Machine Shop México

McKinsey reports that ten industries have been identified as having strong regionalization viability in North America.

Booth Demos, Learning Opportunities Highlight Second PTXPO

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Trade show for North American plastics processing market will feature an ample exhibit area and free educational programs in molding, extrusion and moldmaking.

Inversión Extranjera Directa aumenta 12 % en 2022

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Durante 2022 la Inversión Extranjera Directa fue de 35,292 millones de dólares, de los cuales el 36 % fueron para el sector manufacturero.

Glass-Filled, Halogen-Free FR PP for E&E, Automotive and More

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Teknor’s Crealen offers excellent flammability ratings and superior glow wire ignition performance while maintaining properties after exposure to moisture and acid.

Inyectora eléctrica Allrounder, de Arburg, gana premio PPR

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La máquina de moldeo por inyección eléctrica de Arburg recibió el premio en la categoría de mejor equipamiento en los premios Plásticos em Revista (PPR).  

Seat frame demonstrates next-generation autocomposites design

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Light weight, simplified/cost-effective manufacturing, passenger comfort and safety informed materials and process innovations and won awards for the 2022 Toyota Tundra‘s second-row seat frame.

Changes in the Supply Chain and How to Take Advantage of Them in Mexico

| Modern Machine Shop México

Nearshoring has changed the geostrategic outlook of supply in the world, causing many companies to establish their production centers close to OEMs. This situation has benefited Mexico with an estimated potential gain in exports of 35 billion dollars.

Manufacturing Management: Laura Carter and Britany Dittmer

Carli Kistler-Miller | Production Machining

Roles of Women in Manufacturing Series: Laura and Britany share their manufacturing journeys to management and give advice to anyone seeking a career in manufacturing. 

CORE Industrial Partners Acquires Gem Manufacturing

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Gem Manufacturing uses vertical-transfer and die-press technology to manufacture high-precision, deep-drawn components.

Recycled Content to be Incorporated in PS Foam Packaging

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Pactiv Evergreen and Amsty announced a collaboration that will bring ISCC plus certified product into select food packaging.

12 Ways to Improve Your Powder Coating Quality

| Products Finishing

Often overlooked powder coating procedures that can help you elevate your quality, streamline your operations and improve your profitability.

ESOP Solidifies Culture of Continuous Improvement

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Astro Machine Works’ ESOP rewards all employees when the shop does well, inspiring many toward continuous improvement as Astro expands its capabilities.
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Cutting Fluid Tailored for Demanding, Multimetal Operations

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Master Fluid Solutions’ Trim E715 cutting fluid is formulated for demanding, multimetal operations to provide superior lubricity and corrosion protection with low residue.

Axalta Awarded 2023 Edison Awards for Innovation

| Products Finishing

Axalta products were recognized in the Sustainability, Smart Transportation and Material Science categories.

Intumescent Coating Provides Up to 3 Hours of Fire Protection

| Products Finishing

PPG Steelguard 951 coating is designed to provide protection against fire and corrosion.

Hot Runner Nozzles: Internally Heated Vs. Externally Heated

| MoldMaking Technology

Why internally heated nozzles make more economic sense.

CAMX 2023 abstract, award nomination applications are open

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

To participate in this year’s composites and advanced materials event in Atlanta, Georgia, consider submitting a technical paper/education session abstract by March 8th, or applying for the CAMX/ACE Awards by July 13th.  

SAMPE 2023 Conference and Expo reveals opening keynote

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Electra.aero Founder and CEO John S. Langford will present “Hybrid-Electric Airplanes with Human, Gas Turbine and Fusion Power” at the Seattle event on April 17-20.

Hasco Calls the Moldmaking Community to Donate to ShelterBox Emergency Disaster Relief 

| MoldMaking Technology

Supported by Hasco for several years, ShelterBox provides life-living essentials for victims of natural catastrophes, including the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. Make an invaluable contribution today.