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Modeling and Simulation for the Finishing Industry - the 55th William Blum Memorial Lecture
| Products Finishing
As Dr. Keith Legg, 2019 recipient of the NASF Scientific Achievement Award, watched the changes in industry over the past decade or so, he has seen modeling and simulation move from one industry to another. Seeing how and where it is used elsewhere, he concludes that modeling could be more widely and profitably used in the surface finishing industry. In his Blum lecture, he discusses how modeling for surface finishing is a recognized approach today. It is proving to be very useful for plating and some finishing processes and is finding new uses as it develops, but there is a lot to learn. The aim is to make modeling a standard, integrated approach to coating development and corrosion protection.
AESF Research Projects and Some Related Results (2005)
| Products Finishing
The NASF and AESF Foundation have been funding research projects in surface finishing for nearly a century. Not only have basic questions and new technologies been addressed, but numerous students have been introduced to and have made careers in our industry. This is well illustrated by the examples of projects undertaken at Penn State University, as described in Dr. Pickering’s 45th William Blum Lecture from 2005. Such successes continue today in our current research program.
Drive your manufacturing operations forward with CW Top Shops
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Rarely do we imagine our survey participation makes any long-term impact. I’m here to tell you that is does.
ZEBRA project launched to develop first 100% recyclable wind turbine blades
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A cross-sector consortium has been brought together to demonstrate the relevance of thermoplastic wind turbine blades, with an eco-design approach to facilitate recycling.
AnalySwift, Purdue conduct research on design tool for tailorable composites use in space
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Development and testing of the novel design tool will help industry exploit the potential of tailorable composites for designing better lightweight structures in space and on the ground.
Aerospace Technology Institute releases final FlyZero aircraft concepts, technology roadmaps
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A total of three concepts for regional, midsize and narrowbody aircraft will assess the feasibility of fuel cells and hydrogen to cover short- and long-haul routes.
Strohm thermoplastic composite pipes receive DNV certification, reported to have low carbon footprint
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Strohm and Evonik’s carbon fiber/PA12 pipes are now fit to use for hydrocarbons transport. A lifecycle report also found the TCP pipes to have a 60% lower carbon footprint than an equivalent carbon steel pipeline.
Automated, CO2-Based Blast Systems Specializes in Cleaning Mold Surfaces
| MoldMaking Technology
Cool Clean Technologies has incorporated its Omega CO2 cleaning solutions to remove various residues and surface treatment for micro molds via a high-pressure gas or liquid CO2.
TFP Hydrogen extends coating capability with U.S. line
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
High-performance, optimized coatings increase system lifetime and efficiency in electrochemical technologies ranging from hydrogen fuel cells and batteries to PEM water electrolyzers.
Isovolta Group features high-performance Cerapreg material
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The silicate-ceramic material is able to withstand high temperatures while offering a weight reduction of up to 40%.
Innovation in Electroless Nickel
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Experimentation defines electroless nickel technology company that prides itself on trying new things and testing new products.
Breakthrough Methodology Directly Quantifies Recycled Content in Plastics Packaging
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
University of Manchester team’s novel fluorescence-based spin-out technology provides a rapid and reliable analysis method to measure and certify recycled content in a wide range of plastics.
PTXPO Spotlight: Wittmann Battenfeld
| Plastics Technology
Wittmann Battenfeld discusses the upcoming Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) March 29-31
Improve production with five-axis machines built for composites
| CompositesWorld
Virtually tour (4) USA-Made 5-Axis CNC Machines designed and engineered to help companies improve profits by decreasing cycle times and improving part quality. (Sponsored)
Jomesa North America Inc.
| Production Machining
Since delivering its first automated microscope system for particle analysis in 2001, Jomesa has grown to be a leader in automated cleanliness analysis microscope systems in accordance with ISO 16232, VDA19.1 and many other company-specific standards.
Hurco Opens Applications for Apprenticeship Program
Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop
Hurco will accept applications for third offering of its apprenticeship program starting April 1. The program is open to candidates with and without industry experience.
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Universal CAD/CAM Yields Ultra Precise Micro Molds
| MoldMaking Technology
Mold builder uses CAD/CAM and IT software package to improve its micro mold tool design and machining.
Precision Machining Technology Review March 2022: Software
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
Production Machining’s Software showcase includes Siemens Digital Industries, Open Mind Technologies, iTSpeeX, FANUC, Paperless Parts, Wintriss Controls Group and TDM Systems.
Registration Opens for CGTech's VUE 2022
Chris Pasion | MoldMaking Technology
Vericut Users’ Exchange is an annual event held for Vericut customers to share ideas and learn about new features as well as tips and tricks for improving performance and efficiency from other users and the CGTech team.
RAPID + TCT 2022 Set for May 17-19
| Additive Manufacturing
North America’s largest and most influential additive manufacturing event brings the industry together to help users discover real-world solutions to advance their manufacturing processes.
DL Chemical Completes Acquisition of Kraton
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
The merger enables Kraton to strengthen its global presence by leveraging DL Chemical’s manufacturing capabilities and footprint in the Asian market.
Sierra hidráulica de 50 toneladas de Scotchman
| Modern Machine Shop México
De acuerdo con Scotchman, el Ironworker 5014-ET es el primer y único Ironworker hidráulico de 50 toneladas del mundo con una torreta de tres estaciones.