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John Hopkins announces he will be stepping down as IACMI CEO
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Under Hopkins’ leadership, IACMI has expanded its footprint and elevated its reputation for advancing composites manufacturing and applications.
Intelligence-based design, advanced simulation capabilities added to Siemens NX software
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Part of the company’s Xcelerator portfolio, Siemens NX has been revamped for design, topology, lattice and orientation optimization as well as enhanced AI and ML functionality.
Integrated Software Platform Adds Product Design, Simulation Extensions
| MoldMaking Technology
Autodesk’s Fusion 360 cloud-based 3D modeling, CAD, CAM, CAE and PCB software platform now offers an injection molding simulation study type.
Boeing all-composite cryogenic fuel tank proves technology readiness
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Ultra-lightweight tank passes critical test campaigned by NASA, intended for a variety of aerospace applications and beyond.
on Lynk & Co, avant-garde EV concept & a defense of increments
Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web
About a Netflix approach to vehicles. . .a Formula E-inspired luxury coupe. . .an Audi factory tour. . . Ford’s go-fast strategy. . .a production outlook. . .U.K.’s sinking numbers. . .parking for dollars (actually pounds). . .Ram’s EV development
Tepex composite opens up new opportunities for electric skateboards
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic is used for a trough-shaped skateboard deck application, notable for its high torsional and bending strength, light weight and moisture protection.
Diversity and Company Culture Define Top Shop
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
2022 Top Shop Hohman Plating puts an emphasis on quality, a wealth of services and company culture.
Lanxess duplica su capacidad de producción del activo microbiano Preventol CMK
| Plastics Technology México
Lanxess amplió su capacidad de producción en alrededor del 50 por ciento para el ingrediente activo Preventol CMK (clorocresol), registrado para la desinfección y conservación.
Supreme Court Asked to Bring Clarity to the Murky Scope of Federal Jurisdiction over “Waters of the U.S.”
| Products Finishing
With all the regulatory changes over the past decade, there is a significant amount of confusion of what constitutes a water of the U.S. that is subject to jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act (CWA) and the Supreme Court review could provide some much-needed clarity.
#regulations
Industry Urges Caution as White House Reviews EPA’s Proposed PFAS Superfund Listing
| Products Finishing
Stakeholders urge the White House regulatory review office to cautiously review the proposed hazardous substance listing of PFOS and PFOA under CERCLA and to identify the potential negative impacts on Superfund cleanups.
#regulations
Proper Paint Storage and Use
| Products Finishing
Geoff Raifsnider, senior engineer, Global Finishing Solutions, discusses what you need to know about proper paint storage for your finishing operation.
Tecnologías compactas de medición en máquina de Hexagon
| Modern Machine Shop México
El nuevo sistema de sonda de radio multisensor M&H R-400, de Hexagon, puede utilizarse para cumplir los requisitos de medición de piezas en máquina y de reglaje de herramientas.
Moldmaking Industry Accelerates Into 2022
Michael Guckes | MoldMaking Technology
Moldmakers have learned to do more with less, according to January Index readings. Production activity has remained robust, despite a relatively weak employment market and struggling supply chains.
#economics
En Guanajuato fabricarán la aeronave Halcón II
| Modern Machine Shop México
La empresa Horizontec realizó la ceremonia de colocación de la primera piedra donde se producirá el avión Halcón II.
NASF Releases February 2022 Policy Update
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
The National Association for Surface Finishing has released its monthly Policy Update, summarizing some of the pertinent regulatory developments and new announcements from the month of February.
#regulations
Proactive Plans Beat Pandemic Problems
Udo Jahn | Modern Machine Shop
Manufacturing industry challenges like the skills gap only got worse with COVID-19. Proactive planning helps businesses stay afloat, pandemic or not.
Kraiburg TPE Gets New CEO
| Plastics Technology
After 23 years, Franz Hinterecker hands over his CEO position to Oliver Zintner
A Life Lesson from a Quiet Titan of Finishing
Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing
Bill Nimtz was always most comfortable around the genuine and the ordinary. I think his kinship with people, all people, is what drove him to share a lesson that has stuck with me for decades.
Multi-Directional Turning With New Turning Concept
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Tungaloy’s AddMultiTurn provides the flexibility for outer diameter, face and profile turning operations in multi directions, which include high-feed back (pull) turning method, enabling toolpaths that turn in the opposite direction of conventional turning process at higher feeds.
RJG Releases Online Injection Molding Training Course
| Plastics Technology
Technology and training supplier RJG has introduced the new online, self-paced Essentials of Injection Molding eLearning course for interactive training that can happen anywhere.
#workforcedevelopment
California Clarifies Rule to Phase Out Hexavalent Chromium Processes
| Products Finishing
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) appears to be set on a rule phasing out hexavalent chromium plating and anodizing processes that could disrupt industry and critical supply chains.
#regulations
Senate Initiates Plans for Bipartisan PFAS Bill, Building on EPA Efforts
| Products Finishing
Senate Democrats are focusing on a possible bipartisan bill to address PFAS issues.
#regulations