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Q+A: Electroplating and Anodizing Top Shop, Technical Plating
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
Technical Plating was recently named a Products Finishing Top Shop. We spoke with shop manager and vice president (and 40-Under-40 member) Tyler Thomas to learn more about how the shop runs.
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KraussMaffei Corp. Names Strall New President
| Plastics Technology
Succeeds Rodgers as head of North American operations for builder of injection molding, RIM, extrusion and compounding machines.
Vision Engineering Launches Compact Digital Microscope
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Vision Engineering’s VE Cam is a complete standalone inspection microscope for circuit board examination, printed circuit board debug activities or for discovering imperfections, and to trace problems in a wide range of industrial applications.
Swiss-Type Machine for Part Size Versatility
Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop
Swiss-type machine features flexibility of a removable guide bushing to enable turning for a range of part sizes from 4 to 42 mm.
Ascend anuncia expansión de producción de sus compuestos en América Latina
| Plastics Technology México
Ascend adquirió una nueva planta en San José Iturbide, México, ampliando su capacidad de producción de materiales de ingeniería de alto rendimiento.
Supply Chains Making Modest Progress Returning to "Normal"
Michael Guckes | Gardner Intelligence
Supply chain readings during the fourth quarter of 2021 declined from both their 2021 and all-time highs. For manufacturers this will be welcomed news.
Blanco, negro y gris dominan las carreteras, según el informe de Axalta
| Products Finishing México
Los vehículos blancos son los que tienen más interés, pero muestran caídas en los principales mercados. El gris sigue ganando popularidad en los mercados de movilidad de todo el mundo.
Industria aeroespacial de Chihuahua se destaca como sector estratégico
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El Atlas Prospectivo Territorial-Industrial para la Atracción de Inversiones propone como clúster de prosperidad para el desarrollo industrial del sector aeroespacial una aglomeración de 8 municipios en el estado de Chihuahua.
Unisign Machine Tools Launches New CNC for Truck Industry
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Unisign’s Uniaxle CNC machine enables simultaneous milling and drilling on both axle ends. It provides a dedicated CNC machining center where welded and cast rear axles can be machined in a single setup
December Metalworking Results Extend Recent Trends
Michael Guckes | Modern Machine Shop
The December 2021 Metalworking Index reflects ongoing supply chain disruption, with four of the six Index components registering slowing expansion.
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PM’s Top 10 Online Articles of 2021
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Last year, our magazine introduced readers to a range of technology and practices that precision CNC machine shops are applying or should consider applying. Here are the ones that got the most online eyeballs.
Covestro and TactoTek Debut Smart Surfaces at CES 2022
| Plastics Technology
Covestro’s PC resin and films paired with TactoTek’s in-mold structural electronics (IMSE) to make demonstration devices featuring integrated controls, electronics and displays.
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Elkhart Composites acquired by Thor Industries
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The RV manufacturer engages in expanding production volume and application potential of Elkhart’s Elkboard polypropylene-based composite material.
First ACJ TwoTwenty delivered to exclusive outfitting partner Comlux
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The all-new business jet, complete with composite wings, will be joining Comlux’s Indianapolis facilities shortly for VVIP cabin completion.
Reliable Mold Damage Prevention Achieved Through Ejector Assembly Securing System
| MoldMaking Technology
The magnetic system offered by Hasco is installed in the riser area of an injection mold to prevent unintentional movement during transport.
Professional Plating Promotes Engineering, Quality Manager
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
Bob Zipperer’s leadership has led Professional Plating’s quality to steadily improve year over year, and his mentoring and leadership of the sales and estimating team benefits both the company and its customers.
Protech Group Acquires Dyvex Industries
Chris Pasion | Products Finishing
Dyvex Industries is a plastic compound manufacturer for fragrance, flavor and odor control products. The Protech Group will seek to leverage Dyvex Industries’ market within the coatings industry, including thermoset powder, thermoplastics, liquid and specialty materials.
#economics
Learning to Weave Together Industry Stories
| Gardner Web
Hannah Mason, Associate Editor at CompositesWorld, reflects on the ongoing learning process that is part of a Gardner Business Media editor job.
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NCC sensor technology unlocks digital potential for liquid resin processes
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Research and testing of dielectric sensors performed by the NCC, Meggitt and Cranfield University accurately captures resin infusion data, shows promise for composites manufacturing.
Learning to Weave Together Industry Stories
| GROW
Hannah Mason, Associate Editor at CompositesWorld, reflects on the ongoing learning process that is part of a Gardner Business Media editor job.
3D Printing Rotors for Electric Motors (Video)
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
Oak Ridge National Laboratory describes research into applying additive manufacturing to replace windings in DC motors.
Máquinas y servicios de impresión 3D industrial
| Modern Machine Shop México
FITMA: Shift 3D (stand 1838) participará en la feria con su portafolio de impresoras 3D de la línea HP Multi Jet Fusion 3D Printers, y con su división de servicios de impresión 3D.