9T Labs achieves ISO 9001 certification
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Quality management system standards spotlight the company’s commitment to quality 3D-printed composite products and services.
#regulations
Formlabs’ Automation Ecosystem Enables Automated 3D Printer Fleets
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The Form Auto, Fleet Control software and High-Volume Resin System features enable users to increase 3D printing output, thereby reducing cost per part without adding operational complexity.
Gardner’s Industry Buying Influence Study 2022: Tactical Considerations for Marketers
| Gardner Web
Drafting marketing strategy and tactics, based on stated buyer behavior, helps optimize opportunities for success.
Sector industrial mexicano presenta buen cierre en 2022
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El Índice del Sector Manufacturero Mexicano PMI de S&P Global manifiesta que las condiciones del sector industrial mexicano continuaron mejorando al final de 2022.
Flexible Film Processor Opens Recycling Lab
| Plastics Technology
TC Transcontinental Packaging’s new facility allows it to facilitate development of new products in the areas of compostable, recyclable, and recycled content packaging.
The Value of Robotic Paint Performance Testing
| Products Finishing
Considerations for implementing the use of automation for paint performance testing.
Hexavalent-Chromium-Free Aluminum Sacrificial Paint Validation
| Products Finishing
Hexavalent chromium is a known carcinogen, repro-toxin and mutagen. Its elimination is of high importance to the aerospace industry, which has struggled to find high performing alternatives. Legacy aluminum sacrificial paints have traditionally utilized hexavalent chromium to prevent corrosion and coatings which are equal to or better than have been difficult. This second of two papers discusses the hexavalent-chromium-free process from the user point-of-view in terms of the process validation work by Rolls Royce Corporation.
ABB ofrece un cobot con mayor capacidad de carga
| Modern Machine Shop México
El cobot Swifti CRB 1300 puede manipular hasta 13 cajas por minuto. Cuenta con una capacidad de carga ampliada de hasta 11 kg.
High-Output Dryer Requires Less Energy
| Plastics Technology
Maguire’s ULTRA 2200 is designed to meet high throughput requirements with a max capacity of 2200 lb/hr.
Widia Introduces Solid End Mill for Shoulder and Side Milling
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The WCE solid end milling series features a five-flute geometry specifically designed for optimal performance when shoulder milling and side milling carbon, stainless steel and cast iron.
Hexagon Partners With Divergent on Sustainable Manufacturing
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Divergent has developed an alternative production process to traditional vehicle manufacturing that addresses economic and environmental challenges.
ERP for Finishing Companies
| Products Finishing
Robert (Bobby) Haggard, consultant for TrinSoft LLC, discusses the growing need for all-inclusive ERP solutions for finishing operations.
Desktop Metal Expands Metal Binder Jet Lineup With Shop System+, Shop System Pro
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
A turnkey metal 3D printing system, the Shop System is an affordable, closed material printer that delivers reliable results with optimized powders, proven parameters and Live Sinter simulation and scanning software.
Regeneration Power Saver Now Standard on Desiccant Dryers
| Plastics Technology
Time- and money-saving feature saves processors time and money by controlling the desiccant-regeneration cycle.
3D Printing Method Fabricates Complex Metal Plastic Composite Structures
| Plastics Technology
Researchers from Japan and Singapore have developed a new 3D printing technique to create precise metal patterns on the surfaces of 3D plastic structures to target next generation electronics.
#electronics
Development of a Novel Hexavalent-Chromium-Free Aluminum Sacrificial Paint
| Products Finishing
Hexavalent chromium is a known carcinogen, repro-toxin, and mutagen. Its elimination is of high importance to the aerospace industry, which has struggled to find high performing alternatives. Legacy aluminum sacrificial paints have traditionally utilized hexavalent chromium to prevent corrosion and coatings which are equal to or better than have been difficult. This first paper discusses the novel process from the supplier point-of-view.
Bring the Surface Finish Check to the Part
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
Dedicated handheld gages can assist the operator in making critical checks.
Equipos para reciclaje de plásticos de Herbold conquistaron la K 2022
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El interés creciente de la industria del plástico en el reciclaje fue el detonante principal para la gran cantidad de pedidos que recibió Herbold Meckesheim durante la feria K.
Troubleshooting Leaky Temperature-Control Units
| Plastics Technology
Learn the causes, symptoms and remedies for TCU leaks to keep these vital contributors to plastics processing up and running longer and more efficiently.
Braskem Acquires Filament Supplier Taulman3D
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
The acquisition expands Braskem’s portfolio of 3D polyolefin-based filaments to nylon, recycled PETG and PET.
What's New with MoldMaking Technology in 2023?
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Although MMT remains focused on its engineer, build, maintain and manage tagline, we are adding some new elements to freshen up the content, engage the reader and point out essential educational articles.
Painted Torque Tubes
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Imagineering Finishing Technologies’ painting services encompass many color options for a variety of applications.