New Exair Model Measures, Identifies Sources of Static

Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop

Model 7905 Digital Static Meter measures surface voltage and polarity on objects up to ±20 kV from one inch (25 mm) away.

Mayzo Opens Up New Operations Center

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The new facility is designed to provide customers with a broader range of chemical additive solutions.  

Innovative Film Gauge is 'Ultra-Accurate'

| Plastics Technology

Said to provide the best-in-class, best-in-value measurement system on the market today.

Adapa Robotic Reconfigurable Mold System at Metyx Booth | CAMX 2021

| CompositesWorld

Adapa’s reusable, adaptive mold system replaces the time and waste of CNC machining and one-off mold production by using the composite part’s digital design file to actuate cylinders which form the system’s silicone membrane surface into curved shapes for molding composites, concrete and glass or thermoforming foam, thermoplastic laminates, etc

Modern Machine Shop February 2022

| Modern Machine Shop

The February edition of Modern Machine Shop is now available! This month's edition covers heavy engineering, software, production, tooling and more.

SABIC, Mars Petcare and Huhtamaki Extend Collaboration to Wet Pet Food Packaging

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The Sheba brand’s packaging will be based on certified circular PP.

Global Shop Solutions Launches New Website

Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop

The ERP solution provider's new corporate website is simplified and user-focused, according to the company.

Nissan, Renault y Mitsubishi Motors anuncian estrategia en común

| Modern Machine Shop México

La estrategia para 2030 se centra en los vehículos 100% eléctricos y la movilidad conectada, para lo cual invertirán 23,000 millones de euros en los próximos cinco años.

Updated Definition Makes Way for AM Part Production

Timothy W. Simpson | Modern Machine Shop

Additive manufacturing is finding its footing, and a new standard definition in ISO/ASTM 52900:2021 shows that AM is for more than prototyping. 
#regulations

Carburo de tungsteno resistente a la corrosión para manufactura aditiva

| Modern Machine Shop México

KAR85-AM-K, de Kennametal, está disponible en combinación con las capacidades de impresión 3D por chorro de aglutinante para producir componentes de desgaste acabados.

Amerimold Joins Inaugural Plastics Technology Expo March 29-31, 2022

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

In place of a stand-alone Amerimold event next year, MMT will be throwing its weight behind the MoldMaking Pavilion dedicated to connecting mold buyers and relevant technology providers at the inaugural Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) March 29-31 in Rosemont, Ill.—a new event poised to bring the entire plastics supply chain under one roof.

Former i-mold Changes Names to Servomold GmbH

| MoldMaking Technology

With the change to Servomold GmbH & Co. KG, Managing Directors Bianca and Thomas Meister underline their company’s focus on the development and manufacture of servo-electric systems.

GF Machining Solutions Announces New President of North America

| MoldMaking Technology

Chris Jones’ more than 25 years of experience in the manufacturing industry will be pivoted toward solidifying the company’s machining solutions, as well as services and support.

Multi-Purpose End Mills Are Effective Across Multiple Job Shop Applications

| MoldMaking Technology

Emuge-Franken USA’s comprehensive Top-Cut VAR end mill line cuts virtually all materials, expanding high performance, durability and long tool life.
#workforcedevelopment

Gurit 2021 net sales impacted by reduced wind blade, balsa demand

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Preliminary, unaudited net sales of approximately $507.9 million indicate a -19.8% decline at constant exchange rates. A single-share structure and share-split are also proposed to the AGM.

FITS Air thermoplastic sandwich panels enable low-cost, low-weight, sustainable aircraft interiors

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

FITS Air and FITS Base sandwich panels provide alternative material avenues for aerospace and other industries, including low weight, low part production cost, thermoformability and recyclability.

Products Finishing Recognizes 2022 Finishing Hall of Fame Inductees

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

PF’s annual Finishing Hall of Fame program is devoted to recognizing members of the surface finishing community who have gone above and beyond to further the industry.

Absolute Robot Authorized as Fanuc Robot System Integrator

| Plastics Technology

Absolute Robot is now an authorized Fanuc Robot System integrator, adding Fanuc’s 6-axis robot line to its current product offerings.

Sciaky Delivering World’s Largest Metal EB DED 3D Printer

| Additive Manufacturing

Contract calls for a customized, high-deposition EBAM 300 Series additive manufacturing system to Turkish Aerospace Industries to 3D print titanium aerostructures 6 meters (nearly 20 feet) in length.

Episode 16: Passion for the Industry (An Interview with Jim Jones, DIFCO)

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Jim Jones, consultant and former vice president of DIFCO, discusses his experience in the surface finishing industry.

Palik: la empresa que volvió a nacer

Rosario Taracena | Products Finishing México

Con servicios de pintura líquida y flocking para piezas de plástico, la coahuilense Palik está lista para ampliar su oferta de valor para las OEM automotrices que demandan piezas plásticas con una excelente apariencia.

Clúster de Plásticos de Querétaro y la UPSRJ firman convenio de colaboración

| Plastics Technology México

El acuerdo entre el Clúster de Plásticos de Querétaro y la Universidad Politécnica de Santa Rosa Jáuregui (UPSRJ) contempla la prestación de servicios tecnológicos y asesorías.