Showcasing the Benefits of Some Oft-Overlooked Grinders

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

Brent Donaldson of Modern Machine Shop sits down with Supertec's Don Staggenborg to discuss what the IMTS veterans brought to this year's show.

MMT Ask the Expert: Servo Control and Hot Runner Temperature Controller Best Practices

| MoldMaking Technology

In this portion of our “Ask the Expert” series, Husky’s Vernon Moss answers some frequently asked questions on servo control and hot runner controllers. This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision.

Tornos’ MultiSwiss Is Compact, Accessible Multi-Spindle Solution

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

IMTS 2022: The platform is based on an “all-in-one” concept and its productivity can be further boosted by the addition of one Y axis.

The Best Ways to Spend the Day

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS22: The sheer amount of exhibitors and innovations present at the show is enough to make anyone’s head spin. Don’t be overwhelmed! We asked the experts: What is the best way to get the most of your time at IMTS?

North Sea countries target 260 GW of offshore wind energy; onshore wind shows reduced CO2 in U.S.

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Nine EU countries agree to increased installations by 2050 for reduced CO2, a goal proven by a U.S. energy report, citing highest reductions in wind belt states.

United invests $15 million in Eve Air Mobility air taxis

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

The airline signed a purchase agreement for up to 400 electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility (UAM).

Hot Runner Technologies Address Efficient Color Change, Independent Control

| MoldMaking Technology

Yudo introduces its ISO diffusion bonding process, Yudo Pack system and Yudrive II servo-driven hot runner systems at this year’s K Show.

Cotesa to manufacture Dronamics long-range cargo drones in Europe

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Composites manufacturer Cotesa will produce Black Swan drones at its German facilities, supporting Dronamics’ goal to launch commercial routes in Europe in 2023.

Moisture Monitor Provides Instant Readings to Confirm Drying Efficacy

| Plastics Technology

Real-time monitor measures material moisture continually and set points can be configured so that an alert is issued when the specified moisture level drifts outside prescribed limits.   

5 High-Volume Machining Trends at IMTS 2022

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Manufacturing businesses that machine parts in high volume are looking to new technology — hardware and software — to become more competitive.

Out of This World: Space Exploration Innovations at IMTS

Scott Francis | Modern Machine Shop

The more time passes, the more it becomes clear that space exploration and manufacturing have a close-knit future together. (Click through for a slideshow of the coolest space gear we found on the show floor!)

IMTS is the Place for Aerospace

Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop

The aerospace industry will receive a lot of attention at IMTS, as conferences explore both the material and process needs of the complex, advanced industry. (Check out the slideshow for aerospace industry highlights!)

Tendencias recientes en la industria de acabados de superficies

Scott Francis | Products Finishing México

Este artículo resume las tendencias en la industria de acabados actual y cómo trabajar en estrecha colaboración con su aplicador puede mejorar la calidad de sus piezas acabadas.

No Longer a Last Resort: Conference Focuses in on Laser Applications

| Modern Machine Shop

Wednesday’s Industrial Laser Conference is all about lasers, their benefits and applications. Sessions start at 9:30 a.m. in the West Building – so you still have time to register! 

Open Mind presenta las capacidades de manufactura híbrida del software hyperMILL

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Edén Molina, gerente técnico de ventas para México de Open Mind, presentó la más reciente versión de hyperMILL, en IMTS.

Powder Coatings Brand Supports Major Sustainability Push

| Products Finishing

Interpon partners with British brand ESSE as the company moves from enamel processes to powder coatings for its electric-powered cookers.

How to Use Automation to Minimize Mistakes and Speed Mold Build Process

| MoldMaking Technology

A guide to capturing and reusing company knowledge and experience with software automation.

Extended-Reach Robot for Packaging, Material Handling

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The GP8L six-axis robot is designed for high-speed bin picking, induction and packaging tasks.

Electric Vehicles Spark Bright Ideas

Gary S. Vasilash | Modern Machine Shop

Ford alone expects to have production capacity for 600,000 electric vehicles by late 2023, and more than 2 million by the end of 2026. The effects on manufacturing are BIG.

Post-Show Plans

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS22: The days on the IMTS show floor are long, but there is still plenty to get into after McCormick Hall closes for the day. We asked show attendees: What is your favorite way to kick back in Chicago after a day at IMTS?

"Coolest Thing I've Seen on the Show Floor"

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Whether it's a robotic dog, a Corvette-twirling robot or a 3D-printed statue of liberty– IMTS is THE place to see cool new stuff. So we asked attendees – What are you most excited to see here?

R&D/Leverage Joins Growing Tooling Family

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

R&D/Leverage becomes the third tooling acquisition of Omaha startup Adler Industrial Solutions.