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Methods Machine Tools Partners with Lathe Manufacturer Weiler
Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop
The company now offers V-series and E-series lathes from German manufacturer Weiler to its customers in North America.
External, internal mold release systems
Jeff Sloan | CompositesWorld
Acmos Inc. has published a product brochure that outlines the types and capabilities of mold release systems offered by the company.
FANUC Mobile Apps for CNC Product, Maintenance Support
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
Company says new apps offer flexible, easy ways to access important FANUC CNC product information.
Heidenhain Upgrades Machine Monitoring System
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Heidenhain’s StateMonitor V1.4.0 now offers the ability to monitor tools within a connected machine. According to the company, this enables users to collect current tool usage data and avoid unnecessary costs due to premature tool replacement.
BMW revela una película exterior que cambia de color
Gary S. Vasilash | Products Finishing México
BMW reveló su BMW iX Flow, un auto que está envuelto con un material cortado con láser que utiliza un material electroforético o "E Ink".
Packaging Project Combines Thin Walls, Recycled Content and High Speeds
| Plastics Technology
A collaborative project to produce a 5-liter thin-walled pail brought together Arburg and specialists in mold making, automation, in-mold labeling, material handling and resin supply.
Fast Change Tooling System Increases Spindle Uptime
Lori Beckman | Production Machining
This coolant-through tooling system replacement for the gang plate on a Swiss-type machine can save hours of spindle downtime per day as well as increase tool life and enhance chip control.
Wisk secures $450 million from Boeing to advance certified, autonomous eVTOL flight
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Investment reinforces near-term expansion plans, including the launch of scale manufacturing, and certification of Wisk’s sixth-generation eVTOL aircraft.
Enhanced Remote Monitoring, Data Evaluation Platform Boosts Manufacturing Efficiency
| MoldMaking Technology
Per machine tool user requests, the new features identified in Heidenhain’s StateMonitor version 1.4.0 better connect machine tool date digitally, improve production efficiencies and introduce maintenance support.
Tracing the History of Polymeric Materials: PBT
Michael Sepe | Plastics Technology
The slow crystallization of PET polyester made it a poor option for processes like injection molding. This led to the development of more molder-friendly options such as PBT.
Researchers develop scalable graphene production method for industrialization opportunities
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Semi-automated, in-line process, which addresses high startup and labor costs, is considered essential in scaling for commercial applications, showing potential for fiber reinforcement and printed sensors.
JEC World 2022 postponed to May
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Global composites event will now take place May 3-5, 2022 at the same venue, Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, after consultation with exhibitors and event partners.
NatureWorks to Open New Headquarters and Advanced Biopolymers R&D Facility
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
R&D center to include state-of-the-art facilities dedicated to fermentation research and new application development for Ingeo PLA.
New Version of Advanced Metrology Software
| Plastics Technology
Mitutoyo’s MCosmos Version 5.0 for coordinate measuring machines offers support in 37 separate locations and 12 different languages.
Northfield Precision Instrument Launches New Balancing Chucks
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
According to Northfield, the new Balancing Chucks feature the highest accuracy and rpm, the shortest hung mass and the fastest and most accurate change over.
SMC material configurations tailored to automotive battery enclosure design
Peggy Malnati | CompositesWorld
SMC battery cover offers various module configurations, levels of performance, mass and cost for electric vehicles.
Open Mind hyperMill CAD/CAM 2022 Offers Enhanced Functionality
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
The latest enhancements are designed to give users increased convenience and faster programming tools for toolpath optimization, tool management, virtual machining, additive manufacturing, EDM, mill-turn and more.
Royal Magenta es el color automotriz 2022 de Axalta
Rosario Taracena | Products Finishing México
Un cereza intenso llamado Royal Magenta es el color automotriz del año según Axalta. El fabricante afirma que el concepto del color de lujo se mueve hacia los tonos magenta, la sostenibilidad y la conducción autónoma.
Meet PMPA’s New President, Aneesa Muthana
Miles Free | Production Machining
The PMPA installed its new board president, Aneesa Muthana, CEO and
co-owner of Pioneer Service Inc., at PMPA’s 88th Annual Meeting held in October 2021 in Charleston, South Carolina. In this interview, Aneesa shares her history, thoughts and goals for the association and the importance of makers/manufacturers and why it is time to shine.
A Three-Step Process to Career Advancement Includes Mentorship
| MoldMaking Technology
Mentorship is an effective growth strategy for your mold manufacturing career with proper preparation.
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Polygiene Expands Antimicrobial Business with SteriTouch Acquisition
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
SteriTouch’s product line includes a broad range of antimicrobial masterbatches for commodity and engineering thermoplastics.
15 titulares sobre la industria del plástico que me gustaría ver en el 2022
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology México
Matthew Naitove, editor de Plastics Technology, hace un análisis de las noticias y tendencias recientes y les da un giro para proyectar, dentro de las posibilidades razonables con algo de fantasía, cuáles podrían ser los futuros titulares.