Large Diameter BTA Drilling Machine With 3-Axis Capability

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

IMTS 2022: The TechniDrill TBTA-3A-6 can drill a 6-inch diameter hole from solid in a single pass and has 3-axis capability.

CJ Bio’s Amorphous PHA Demonstrates Excellent Biodegradability in Marine environment

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The tests of the bioplastic, a semi-crystalline PHA and a PLA were conducted by the national Korean testing agency (KCL)  

Large Diameter BTA Drilling Machine With 3-Axis Capability

Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2022: The TechniDrill TBTA-3A-6 can drill a 6-inch diameter hole from solid in a single pass and has 3-axis capability.

Trexel Broadens Support for Foam Blow Molding

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Agreement with MuCell Extrusion allows Trexel to pursue foam blow molding in packaging as well as automotive.

FANUC inaugura sede para aplicaciones de automatización en Aguascalientes

| Plastics Technology México

FANUC inauguró una sede de robótica y automatización en Aguascalientes con una jornada de puertas abiertas de tecnología.

To Scale Additive Manufacturing, Separate Design and Production

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Spokbee’s online marketplace is designed to ease the launch and sale of customizable, 3D printed products. Its flexibility comes from cloud-based CAD and a distributed network of service bureaus for production.

When Manufacturers Should Use 3D Measurement for Surface Finishing

George Schuetz | Products Finishing

Two-dimensional (2D) surface profiling systems are the standard for quality assurance in manufacturing, but some applications demand 3D measurement systems.

Plastics Industry Association Appoints New VP of Communications

Chris Pasion | MoldMaking Technology

Stephanie Strategos Polis will lead all communication efforts on behalf of the Plastics Industry Association.

Novedades en centros de mecanizado de Matsuura

| Modern Machine Shop México

En el marco de IMTS, Matsuura presentará los centros de mecanizado MX­420 PC10, H.Plus­300 PC15, PC15 MAM72­52V y el MAM7270V PC2.

Digital Manufacturing. Implemented.

| Additive Manufacturing

Additive manufacturing technologies have accelerated to improve performance, lower life cycle costs and help reshore production, all of which are helping to revolutionize manufacturing. Check out the latest AM technologies at IMTS 2022 and learn how these technologies can improve your bottom line.

Buying a Lathe: The Basics

| Modern Machine Shop

Lathes represent some of the oldest machining technology, but it’s still helpful to remember the basics when considering the purchase of a new turning machine. 

CGTech Demonstrates Vericut 9.3

| Modern Machine Shop

The latest version of CNC simulation software incorporates improvements and new features focusing on using data for more informed manufacturing.

Today’s B2B Buyers Are Calling the Tune

| Gardner Web

B2B marketing is a dance between the marketer and the customer. The marketer must cater to the potential purchaser’s desire for more information, providing it until the right moment comes to convert the prospect into a customer.
#customerfocus

Wickert commissions composite press for ballistic plate production

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Wickert reports an increasing interest in complete presses used to produce composites-intensive armor for civilian and military vehicles, ships and aircraft.  

Compact Milling Machine Built to Reduce Cutting Time

Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS22: Hurco releases the VM15Di, which is built to reduce cutting times and heat transfer while producing improved surface finishes.

Hyundai Motor, Supernal unveil eVTOL vehicle cabin concept

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Concept details — such as CFRTP material incorporation, a biomimetic design and a focus on safety — provide a first look at how Hyundai integrate its mobility capabilities to develop commercial urban, regional air vehicles.  

Airbus invests in clean hydrogen infrastructure investment fund

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The largest in the world, Hy24’s investment fund is expected to provide financial capital to back large-scale green hydrogen infrastructure projects worldwide.  

Fortify, polySpectra awarded $3 million by DOE to advance 3D-printed tooling

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Fortify is to develop inexpensive, durable solutions for lightweighting automotive components using polymers, composites and metals, advancing vehicle part commercialization.  

Coarse Pitch Cutter Additions Retain High Tool Rigidity

Grace Stubbins | Modern Machine Shop

Tungaloy’s TungForce-Rec series to be showcased at IMTS 2022 now offers eight new coarse pitch cutters to its square should milling line to meet demanding application needs.  

Coarse Pitch Cutter Additions Retain High Tool Rigidity

| MoldMaking Technology

Tungaloy’s TungForce-Rec series to be showcased at IMTS 2022 now offers eight new coarse pitch cutters to its square should milling line to meet demanding application needs.  

Tabletop Presetter Provides Accurate, Repeatable Performance

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS22: Omega TMM showcases its diverse tool measuring and management portfolio.

Hexagon Digital Wave’s proprietary MAE technology is approved for use in Canada

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Modal acoustic emission (MAE) has been identified as the most effective method for use in pressure vessel service life requalification in firefighting applications.