3D Systems Acquiring Titan Robotics

| Additive Manufacturing

Company says acquisition adds Titan’s extrusion technology to complement 3D Systems’ polymer technology portfolio, opening new market opportunities.

Robotic Cell Increases Production Volume Across Wide Catalog

| Modern Machine Shop

Kawasaki’s robots cut Ossenberg’s pipe processing times by over four minutes and boosted production volume to over 10,000 parts per day.

Transición del mecanizado manual al mecanizado CNC

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop México

CAMWorks ha impulsado la transición de TECMA al mecanizado CNC digital en 3D. Las optimizaciones del software han permitido que el taller trabaje en piezas de precisión para la industria espacial.

Tratamiento con plasma agrega valor a las piezas de plástico

| Plastics Technology México

Considérelo como una forma moderna de alquimia, con aplicaciones en la impresión de plásticos y en la adhesión de plásticos con otros materiales distintos.

Strategies for Solving Process Problems in Twin-Screw Compounding

| Plastics Technology

When investigating compound quality defects or determining the root cause(s) of processing problems, look for spatial and/or temporal patterns to provide clues. The strategy to identify an assignable cause and cure is to first determine whether the problem is chronic or transient.

26 Relevant Print Marketing Statistics: 2022 Ad Spending & Impact

| Gardner Web

Print marketing is not dead. Its impact on consumer brand recall and purchase decision is worth considering, especially if you want to implement an integrated, multi-channel approach to your marketing strategy. This article on marketing trends and predictions can provide more insights on strategies you can use for your business or marketing clients.
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HG Grimme SysTech delivers machine for milling carbon fiber

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

In addition to setting benchmarks for machine performance and quality, the G-DT-F(33-18)SB-2Z-type machine reduces CFRP dust emissions, and delivers Industry 4.0 enhancements.

Employment Opportunity: Regional Sales Manager, Meusburger US Inc.

| MoldMaking Technology

Meusburger US Inc. is actively seeking a Regional Sales Manager to join its team and represent its customers.

Avient launches reclaimed nylon-based long fiber composites 

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The post-consumer recycled nylon 6 material is reclaimed from end-of-life fishing nets, reducing ocean-bound plastic waste while fostering material deployment for demanding environments.

Sicomin supports large-scale interior project for Museum of the Future

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Sicomin aided Dubai-based Advanced Fiberglass Industries with its bio-based gelcoats and resins to meet challenging structural and fire safety specifications defined for more than 200 double-curved entrance lobby panels.

AE Industrial Partners to acquire stake in Firefly Aerospace

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The leading provider of composites-intensive launch and in-space vehicles will expand AEI’s space transportation portfolio and grow Firefly’s future opportunities in the space market.

Crecen indicadores de los subsectores manufactureros

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Los subsectores de Fabricación de Productos Metálicos y Fabricación de Maquinaria y Equipo tuvieron incrementos en personal ocupado, horas trabajadas y remuneraciones.

Medical Screw Solution Includes More than Cutting Tools

Julia Hider | Production Machining

With companies producing so many medical screws, every second saved counts. A turnkey program can help manufacturers machine these parts as efficiently as possible.

Coca-Cola Pledges to Use More Refillable Bottles

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Coca-Cola says 25% of all its beverages globally will be delivered in returnable/refillable containers by 2030, up from 16% in 2020.

3-Dimensional Services Group Celebrates 3 Decades

Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop

The prototype and low-volume production group celebrates anniversary with new facilities and capabilities.

Lessons from a Nine-Year Succession Plan

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Small business shop owners share the four keys to transitioning a family manufacturing business.
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Working Towards a Global Plan for Plastics Pollution

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Less than a week before the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) convenes in Nairobi with the goal of creating a global treaty on plastics pollution, the OECD attempted to map out the breadth and depth of the issue.

Conair presentará su sistema de transporte AutoWave

| Plastics Technology México

Plastimagen: En el stand 806, Conair destacará AutoWave, diseñado para ser adherido al control SmartFLX.

FANUC Mobile Apps for CNC Product, Maintenance Support

Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop

Company says new apps offer flexible, easy ways to access important FANUC CNC product information.

X-Ray Part Scanning as a Dimensional Measurement Process

Mark Albert | Modern Machine Shop

Data-driven manufacturing gets a boost with a new class of x-ray inspection equipment that outputs a digital twin of a machined part, including complete 3D representations of internal and external dimensions.

Sonda táctil Heidenhain ofrece altas velocidades y precisión 3D

| Modern Machine Shop México

Heidenhain presentó el palpador TS 760, el cual ofrece una precisión 3D de 1 µm y un comportamiento de conmutación homogéneo en 360 grados.

Horizontal Machining Center From Okuma Offers New Features

Jenny Rush | Production Machining

The machining center offers a larger work envelope, enhanced chip and coolant management functions and automation compatibility, among other features.