GE Aerospace grows Indian aeroengine supply chain

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

GE’s “Make in India” strategy brings in a total of 13 companies, some with composites expertise, that have demonstrated the ability to master aeroengines’ complex manufacture and special processes.  

FEV Consulting, Mitsubishi Corp. form “Beyond Materials” for metals, ceramics, composites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Strategy and engineering services aim to bridge gap between material suppliers and product manufacturers in high-tech applications using global experts to provide “what, why and how” insights.  

Integrated CAD/CAM Promotes Process Efficiency, Traceability

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

High-requirement markets are not only searching for good parts — they're searching for proof of good parts. CAD/CAM software can help.

Grupo Hi-Tec presenta soluciones de automatización para maquinado

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En el marco de su Open House México 2022, Grupo Hi-Tec presentó soluciones de automatización para el desarrollo del sector metalmecánico en México.

Palmgren Vises Enable Five-Sided Access to Workpieces

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Palmgren’s Five-Axis Machine Vises are equipped with self-centering jaws that reduce clamping time and provide a workholding solution for a variety of workpieces, including square, round or odd-shaped parts.

Invertirá Volkswagen 763 mdd para producir vehículos eléctricos en Puebla

| Products Finishing México

El jueves 27 de octubre se colocó la primera piedra de una nueva planta de Volkswagen, que implicará una 763.5 millones y estará destinada a producir autos eléctricos en Puebla.

Kennametal ofrece alternativa al PcBN con nuevo grado de torneado

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

De acuerdo con Kennametal, la más reciente calidad de torneado de cerámica KYHK15B ofrece productividad y menor costo por filo en operaciones de torneado duro.

Leveraging Technology for Rapid Custom Masking Solutions

| Products Finishing

When should you consider a custom masking solution? Christy Schulthess of Custom Fabricating & Supplies discusses how today’s technology is putting specialized masking options within reach.

So Many Events… So Little Time

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Products Finishing Editor-in-Chief Scott Francis discusses the abundance of opportunities and inspiration found at recent industry events. 

Craftsman Cribsheet No. 111: PMPA Speaking of Precision Podcasts — Quality and Shopfloor Operations

Miles Free | Production Machining

PMPA offers daily access to a full range of programs and services — including podcasts covering a wide range of safety and regulatory issues — all designed to help members meet operational challenges and focus on new business opportunities.
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Engel North America Launched Apprenticeship Program

| Plastics Technology

Certified and registered within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the program lasts four years with a combination of on-the-job experience and classroom-based instruction.
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Canadian Project Shows Digital Watermarks Aid Sortation of Flexible Packaging

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

First North American demo of “invisible” digital watermarks for mixed-waste plastics sortation proves the technology’s effectiveness with films and flexibles.

SurTec, Okuno Expand Cooperation to Europe

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Surface treatment specialist SurTec announces cooperation with Okuno Chemical Industries Co. Ltd. in Europe.

TB&C expande sus operaciones en Puebla

Mauricio Pineda | Plastics Technology México

Directivos de TB&C comentaron que la industria del plástico tiene una enorme oportunidad de crecer y substituir materiales en el segmento de autos eléctricos.

Robot Line Adds a Palletizing Cobot

| Plastics Technology

Yaskawa says the HC30PL collaborative robot allows safe, fenceless palletizing, and can be deployed in select handling, packaging and logistical applications.

The future of carbon fiber manufacture

Jeff Sloan | CompositesWorld

Later this month, CW’s 25th anniversary Carbon Fiber Conference promises to be among the most important as dynamic market forces are putting unusual pressure on the carbon fiber supply chain.

Walter Launches Axial Grooving System With Precision Cooling

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The G1111-P/GX24 AF5 axial grooving system reportedly delivers maximum productivity and cutting parameters due to optimal cooling, strength and controlled chip breaking.

Quicktech T8 Hybrid Mill-Turn Center for Complex Milling

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

It is said  the power, precision and versatility of the mill-turn center enables it to totally machine an extensive range of complex part sizes, contours and configurations.

The L.S. Starrett Company Appoints Director of Operations, Continuous Improvement

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Matthew Wells, who has been appointed to director of operations and continuous improvement, has over 25 years of manufacturing experience in the U.S. and Canada.

Innovative Bottle Design Recognized

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Berry's tethered closure design received an award for Technological Excellence from the  Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.

PBT and PET Polyester: The Difference Crystallinity Makes

Michael Sepe | Plastics Technology

To properly understand the differences in performance between PET and PBT we need to compare apples to apples—the semi-crystalline forms of each polymer.

Products Finishing 40 Under 40 Program Accepting Nominations for 2023

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Nominate a coworker or colleague for Products Finishing’s 40 Under 40 awards. Nomination deadline is February 1, 2023.
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