Automatically Optimizing Injection Molding Energy Efficiency

| Plastics Technology

KraussMaffei says its BluePower servodrive controls, WeeklyTimer, EcoPac insulation and EcoButton promote sustainability via energy efficiency.

New LSR Cold-Runner Package at K 2022

| Plastics Technology

At K 2022, Mastip showcased its LSR cold-runner package, including a cold deck design for the mold plates, manifold and nozzles.

K 2022: First Showcase for Combined Nissei and Negri Bossi

| Plastics Technology

For the first time since the largest Italian maker of injection molding machines joined with the Japanese firm, the joined companies will exhibit at a major show.

Magazine Bar Feeder Enables Unattended Operation

| Production Machining

IMTS 2022: Edge Technologies’ Commander 8-80 magazine bar feeder enables unattended operation with its large magazine capacity.

Cyclyx Announces New Hampshire Recycling Lab

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

New facility will focus on broadening the range of materials that can be recycled.

Electronic Digital Comparators Operate Reliably Anywhere

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS22: The Millimess 2000 W(i) and 2001 W(i) digital comparators from Mahr offer maximum measuring reliability even in harsh workshop environments.

CAMX named one of the top North American trade shows in the nation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Trade Show Executive’s Gold 100 Awards & Summit recognized the composites-focused event with a Gold Standard award.  

Crosslinking Process Promises Thinner, Higher-Performance PE Films

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Technology combines UV curing system with photo initiator promoter masterbatch.

Advanced Software Features Latest Functionalities to Improve Productivity Tools Critical for Moldmaking

| MoldMaking Technology

CNC Software says IMTS 2022 attendees will experience the latest multiaxis, mill-turn features and enhancements of Mastercam 2023 driven by industry feedback.  

STRUCTeam presentation explores advances in multi-material battery enclosures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Roman Hillermeier, transportation market sector lead, addressed latest battery enclosure developments, identified key design enablers at the Battery Systems in Car Body Engineering Conference in June.  

German industrial gas company orders hydrogen transport systems

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Wystrach’s hydrogen transport systems with Hexagon Purus’ Type IV composite pressure vessels will be used to deliver hydrogen for industrial applications in Germany.

SGL Carbon remains on track with first half 2022 results

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Despite uncertain general conditions, SGL Carbon experienced a 10.7% sales increase in the first half of 2022, with continued upward growth in Carbon Fiber, Composite Solutions business units.  

Furniture designer incorporates Bcomp natural fibers into luxury REI chair

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Tras, a Japanese design and manufacturing studio, draws from decades of composites work in motorsport to develop the sustainable ampliTEX-based chair.  

Workholding Solutions for Longer, Unattended Machining

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS22: Mitee-Bite Products showcases its range of workholding solutions and design services.

Boeing to open Japan research center, expand sustainability partnerships

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Boeing Research and Technology Center to focus on sustainable aviation fuels, electric/hydrogen propulsion, robotics, digitization and composites.  

The Importance of Strike Solutions

| Products Finishing

Electroplating strikes are used to improve adhesion and create a foundation for subsequent layers when plating. In this helpful article, Adam Blakeley of MacDermid Enthone offers an insightful guide to understanding electroplating strikes.

Coating Systems with the Best Long-Term Performance

| Products Finishing

The best protection against corrosion and UV exposure, says Axalta’s Mike Withers, is electrocoat and a super durable powder coating.

5 Tips for Getting the Most From the Historic Return of North America’s Biggest Manufacturing Event

Peter Zelinski | Modern Machine Shop

Plan. Explore. Think of the future. And oh yeah, the shoes. Here is how to get the most from the major manufacturing event that none of us have experienced in four years, and that many will be experiencing for the first time.

PET-Like Bioplastic from Biomass

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Switzerland’s EPFL School of Basic Sciences have developed a biomass derived plastic that is similar to PET.

GenSwiss Collets, Guide Bushings for Creating Complex Parts

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

IMTS 2022: The signature series is said to enable operators to create complex parts accurately and precisely while increasing productivity by reducing cycle times.

Presentan plan de acción sobre residuos marinos y contaminación por plásticos

| Plastics Technology México

De acuerdo con la Semarnat, el gobierno de México está comprometido a enfrentar el problema de contaminación por plástico promoviendo acciones a nivel internacional y estableciendo políticas nacionales.

IMTS Smarter Sourcing Symposium Tackles Supply Chain Challenges

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The symposium runs 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 16, at the IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show, which will be held at Chicago’s McCormick Place.