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Elkem Completes Expansion for High-Purity Biomedical-Grade LSRs and Other Silicones
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
New facility designed for production high-purity silicones with class 8 clean room and packaging in class 7 clean rooms.
7 CNC Parameters You Should Know
Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop
Parameters tell the CNC every little detail about the specific machine tool being used, and how all CNC features and functions are to be utilized.
FACC records significant revenue increase in Q3 2022
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Revenue of €419.6 million is driven by increased demand for new and low-emissions aircraft and acquired space- and UAM-related projects.
#economics
Jekta Switzerland unveils composites-intensive 19-seat seaplane design
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Jekta says its PHA-ZE 100 amphibious aircraft could revive the economy of coastal and island states while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Archer, United Airlines reveal first specified eVTOL route in the U.S.
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Proposed commercial route will connect Newark Liberty International Airport to Downtown Manhattan Heliport using the all-electric Midnight aircraft.
Helicoid Industries releases three use cases of Helicoid technology
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Use case applications with Helicoid technology implementation demonstrated mechanical performance improvements, such as impact resistance and strength.
H2fly begins LH2 tank integration into HY4 test aircraft
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Liquid tank passes vibration and leakage test, kickstarting the mechanical integration process and rigorous ground testing early in 2023 for zero-emissions commercial flight.
Heartland completes first industrial hemp fiber life cycle assessment
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Life cycle assessment (LCA) studies Heartland’s Imperium Filler natural fiber additive as a carbon-negative replacement for mineral fillers commonly used in plastics.
Cylindrical Grinding System Extends Into Mold and Die Machining
| MoldMaking Technology
United Grinding’s Studer brand unveils the S36 concept, featuring precise, reproducible cooling capabilities and a large grinding wheel for enhanced punch and die speeds.
FAA’s eVTOL shift pushes Joby’s launch into 2025
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Joby Aviation has pushed back the targeted launch of commercial passenger service to 2025, citing internal considerations and certification criteria shifts.
H22S project will develop, trial Australia’s first hydrogen-propelled drone
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Swinburne’s AIR HUB will bring together industry, research and education for design and integration of a novel hydrogen propulsion system, driving decarbonization, and regulatory and operational developments.
#regulations
Hexcel receives Sustainability Award from Airbus Defence and Space
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Company recognized for partnership that repurposes composites waste from European operations.
Composite Braiding wins Composites UK Industry Award for sustainable composites innovation
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Low-carbon manufacturing process for structural composites could help deliver decarbonization at scale while producing at high-volumes, low costs.
PostProcess, EOS Create Partnership for Automated Depowdering
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The strategic partnership is designed to enable more sustainable automation through the additive manufacturing workflow.
GE Additive, Orchid Collaborate on 3D Printing Orthopedic Joint Implants
| Additive Manufacturing
The agreement bolsters the use of additive manufacturing in the medical implants sector with the development of electron beam melting solutions.
Production Machining’s November 2022 News Highlights
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
Production Machining’s November 2022 news highlights include an event partnership update, industry award, new on-the-job training process, support for manufacturing training, software collaboration and company expansion.
IMTS Takeaways From the Modern Machine Shop Editorial Team
| Modern Machine Shop
The first in-person IMTS in four years left the MMS editorial staff with a lot to digest. Here are a few of our takeaways from the show floor.
#workforcedevelopment
Plastic Prototypes Using Silicone Rubber Molds
| MoldMaking Technology
How-to, step-by-step instructions that take you from making the master pattern to making the mold and casting the plastic parts.
Asahi Kasei: miembro del proyecto piloto para certificación ISCC PLUS
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
La certificación ISCC PLUS vincula la cadena de suministro, desde materiales como materia prima de biomasa y reciclados, hasta productos terminados a través de la gestión del balance de masa.
Pivoting to Additive Manufacturing for Individuals and Organizations: AM Radio #29B
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
The pivot to additive manufacturing requires interested individuals as well as support from the top. In a recent episode of AM Radio, we discuss workforce development from the inside and strategies for implementing AM across an organization.
Avoid Four Common Traps In Granulation
| Plastics Technology
Today, more than ever, granulation is an important step in the total production process. Our expert explains a few of the many common traps to avoid when thinking about granulators
Kitamura ofrece soluciones adaptables en JIMTOF 2022
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Durante JIMTOF 2022, Akihiro Kitamura, presidente y CEO de Kitamura Machinery, habló sobre el control Arumatik -Mi, así como las unidades expandidas de sus centros de mecanizado.