Bulk-Bag Filler Furnished with Pallet Dispenser

| Plastics Technology

Between 14-16 pallets can be loaded for staging into the pallet dispenser.

Modular draping system shows potential for wrinkle-free, automated dry fiber layup

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Through research programs FlexProCFK and AutoBLADE, Leibniz University and partners are developing a robot-mounted layup system for complex CFRP parts.

Sanitary Vertical Blenders Homogenize, Dry Under Vacuum

| Plastics Technology

Design reportedly avoids the destructive effects of heat on unstable ingredients.  

Jeep amplía los pedidos con color de tiraje limitado

Gary S. Vasilash | Products Finishing México

Las ventas recientes de Jeep Wrangler ilustran la importancia de la pintura para las ventas de vehículos.

Sabic presenta compuestos LNP Elcrin IQ que utilizan fibra de vidrio reciclada

| Plastics Technology México

Se trata de la primera línea que incorpora fibra de vidrio reciclada preconsumo que es desviada del flujo de desechos de procesos industriales.

Tide Rock Acquires Plastic Molding Technology

| Plastics Technology

The holding company acquired the El Paso, Tx. based custom injection molder which marks its 49th anniversary in 2022.

SIFCO ASC refina el proceso de recubrimiento de titanio mediante automatización

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing México

Las técnicas de recubrimiento de titanio existentes tienden a ser altamente corrosivas, potencialmente venenosas o de corta duración en su efectividad, según SIFCO ASC. La empresa llevó a cabo extensos experimentos con dos aleaciones de titanio ampliamente utilizadas para encontrar un proceso de recubrimiento más eficiente.

SMW Autoblok Twin Vise Stability Enables Higher Cutting Speeds, Feed Rates

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

The PTP/PTH compact twin vises are said to feature a high failsafe clamping force up to 60 kN and case-hardened components for high precision and long life.

Sierra de banda Primar M42 para piezas de trabajo pequeñas y medianas

| Modern Machine Shop México

FITMA: Wikus llevará a la feria la sierra de banda Primar M42, ideal para el corte de sólidos y perfiles y todos los metales hasta 1000 N / mm² de resistencia a la tracción.  

New Anti-Corrosive Paint Incorporates Graphene Additives

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

Applied Graphene Materials designed the two epoxy-based primer systems to provide those considering the adoption of graphene to quickly test and evaluate its potential benefits.

Top 5 Most Popular Parts Cleaning Articles

Lori Beckman | Production Machining

These articles can be helpful sources for parts cleaning information in your company for years to come. 

Extended Process Window for Non-Cooled Hydraulic Cylinder Supports Temperature-Critical Applications

| MoldMaking Technology

HRScool Evo, Oerlikon HRSflow’s optimized hydraulic cylinder system, has improved its insulation concept for uniform temperature distribution along the entire hot runner system, without the need for active liquid cooling.

Arris Composites announces Sustainable Consumer Products Program using Additive Molding technology

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Oval bezel demonstrator for consumer electronics has sub-millimeter features, out-performs metal, is antenna transparent and more than 50% of the matrix comes from a renewable plant source.

AGC Chemicals Americas begins expansion of Thorndale, Pennsylvania facility

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Addition of up to 50% more manufacturing, quality control lab and office space expands the specialty chemicals company’s technical expertise in fluoropolymer resins ideal for composites applications.

AnalySwift improves simulation of composite helicopter, air mobility blades and other slender structures

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

VABS 4.0 now enables users to evaluate cross section strength and safety under given loads. 

Wire EDM Supports Intuitive, Highly Productive Operations 

| MoldMaking Technology

The GF Machining Solutions CUT P 550 Pro optimizes production for electronics, automotive, medical and mold and die manufacturers with automation options for lights-out.

KraussMaffei Corp. Names Strall New President

| MoldMaking Technology

Succeeds Rodgers as head of North American operations for builder of injection molding, RIM, extrusion and compounding machines.  

Quiet supersonic demonstrator X-59 begins ground testing in Texas

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Critical testing ensure the composite aircraft can withstand the loads and stresses that typically occur during supersonic flight. 

MS-21-300 debuts first flight with carbon fiber wing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Certification of the MS-21-300 aircraft is nearing completion, with plans to start delivering it to customers in 2022.

Array of Plasticizing Components Displayed

| Plastics Technology

Zeiger Industries will bring screw-tip assemblies, screws, plug-and-play LSR kits and more to the PTXPO.

El primer evento para la industria de acabados en México será del 18 al 20 de enero

Rosario Taracena | Products Finishing México

El Seminario E-Coat México, organizado por The Electrocoat Association y Products Finishing México se realizará en el marco de FITMA del 18 al 20 de enero en la Ciudad de México. Este evento contará además con un pabellón dedicado a lo último en tecnología para acabados.

Inyección de micro partes con silicona líquida

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

Wittmann Battenfeld demostró su experiencia en el procesamiento de silicona líquida al producir un micro anillo de soporte con una membrana de silicona en una MicroPower 15/10H/10H Combimould con dosificador de líquidos para LSR.