Mexican Media Brands
on Mercedes (twice), the end of the BMW i3, quality at Ford, three pickups, pricing. . .and even more (whew!)
Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web
A big Mercedes investment. . .the end of i3 production by BMW. . .COVID and quality at Ford. . .a pickup from VW. . .a pickup from GMC. . .a pickup from Geely (only the middle one available in the U.S.). . .pricing and supply. . .Camry Hybrid review. . .a Mazda diesel in the U.K.
#workforcedevelopment
New Electric Dirt Bike Is Designed for Molding, but Produced Through 3D Printing (Includes Video)
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
Cobra Moto’s new all-electric youth motocross bike could not wait for mold tooling. Parts have been designed so they can be molded eventually, but to get the bike to market, the production method now is additive manufacturing.
NASF Releases July 2022 Policy Update
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
The National Association for Surface Finishing has released a Policy Update, summarizing some of the pertinent regulatory developments and new announcements from the month of July.
#regulations
Ally Shoring y fuerza laboral: cinco áreas de oportunidad entre México y Estados Unidos
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
La U.S.-Mexico Foundation refiere que mediante la coproducción, capacitaciones focalizadas, atracción de inversión y políticas laborales progresivas, ambos países podrán fortalecer sus cadenas de producción.
Plastics Recycling LATAM Event Reflects Interest in Recycling in Latin America
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
New conference provides platform for discussion of plastic recycling trends.
#workforcedevelopment
New Tech Support Office Enables Accessible Service
| Modern Machine Shop
DN Solutions have opened a new tech support office in Michigan, providing service to customers in the central United States.
Stratasys Showcases Four Years of New Technology
Julia Hider | Additive Manufacturing
Stratasys has added several new 3D printing technologies and machines since 2018, many of which are making their IMTS debut.
2022 Sourcing & Technology Guide: Machining
| MoldMaking Technology
Machining (via the machine tool and cutting tool) shapes metal workpieces. Understanding both traditional and advanced machining techniques is critical to overcoming the various dimensional and finish challenges.
PCI to Hold Symposium on Powder Coating Wood-Based Substrates
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
“Powder Coating Wood-Based Substrates: A Proven, Sustainable Solution,” will be presented on Monday, August 22, 2022, at the International Woodworking Fair in Atlanta Georgia.
Mini Clamping Device Changeover System Provides Actuation With One Screw
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
IMTS22: The clamping device is said to enable changeovers in less than one minute.
Corrosion-Inhibiting Additive for Water-Based Paints
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
Cortec Corporation’s M-120 can be used alone or in conjunction with traditional corrosion inhibitors or pigments to maximize the corrosion inhibiting ability of the paint.
Borealis presenta línea de productos químicos básicos Borvida
| Plastics Technology México
Borealis refuerza su oferta de productos circulares EverMinds con Borvida, una gama de productos químicos básicos con contenido sostenible certificado por el ISCC Plus.
Compatibilizers Aid Recycling & Upcycling of Mixed Resins
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Compatibilizers are proving their worth in boosting critical properties such as impact/stiffness balance of PCR and PIR blends of polyolefins and other plastics.
General Magnaplate Achieves Nadcap Accreditation
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
General Magnaplate moved all of its processes and operations to its upgraded Texas facility, and applied for new accreditation and successfully achieved it in May of 2022.
Grupo Hi-Tec celebró 30 años en México
Mauricio Pineda | Plastics Technology México
En entrevista con Plastics Technology México, Andreas Le Noir, socio fundador de Grupo Hi-Tec habló sobre la alianza que tienen con Yizumi para comercializar sus máquinas de inyección de plástico.
CBN-Tipped Tools for Machining Ferrous Metals, Hardened Steels
Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop
Carbon-tipped tools are said to last much longer than carbide tools and significantly reduce the price per hole.
EnerVenue Completes Deal With Precision Process, Precious Plate
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
With two five-year agreements in place, EnerVenue has established a secure supply of plating equipment and materials as the cleantech company outgrows its startup stage and shifts into high-volume production.
VIDEO: Simplify Mold Management of Your Tooling Fleet
Cara Ready | MoldMaking Technology
In this digital demo, Progressive Components explains its basic asset management and mold monitoring system, ProFile, where it is possible to monitor all your assets in one place.
Economics of Production Machining: Are You in the Speed or Feed Tribe?
Miles Free | Production Machining
Optimizing for multiple factors, not just minimizing cost for a single factor, will lead to profitable production machining.
#economics
Wall Colmonoy Receives Award for Zero Defects in 2021
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
The company received Cataler Corporation’s Best Quality Award for zero defects in 2021 for its Nicrobraz 30 nickel-brazing powder.
Inteligencia artificial para automatizar la aplicación de recubrimientos
| Products Finishing México
La empresa Finish Robotics creó un sistema de recubrimiento que utiliza inteligencia artificial para automatizar la aplicación de recubrimientos en edificios comerciales.
Markforged Expands Offerings with Larger 3D Printer
Julia Hider | Additive Manufacturing
The FX20, Markforged’s largest and fastest 3D printer, is appearing at IMTS for the first time.