Linde, EOS Collaborate on Study for Gas Interaction on Aluminium Alloy

| Additive Manufacturing

The team said it utilized Linde’s ADDvance O2 precision techology to achieve continuous, exacting analysis of the gas atmosphere for the study results.

Volkmann Introduces Self-Contained Metal Powder System

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Volkmann’s PowTrex system safely and automatically transfers 3D-printing powders in large volumes from a container or supply hopper to one or more machines without risk of spillage, contamination, explosion or contact with workers.

Aligned Vision brings CAD-like user interface to composites

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

A key feature of Align 4.0 is its CAD-like user interface, which the company claims is the only data-delivery and data-collection system for composite layup operators to use at the tool.

Lockheed Martin opens hypersonic strike production facility

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

Lockheed Martin’s  65,000-square-foot Hypersonic Missile Assembly Building 4 (MAB 4) integrates digital transformation advancements for training and virtual inspections.

SABIC launches bio-based, amorphous polymers to support sustainability goals

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The ISCC-designated high-performance polyetherimide (PEI) materials offer the same mechanical properties as incumbent Ultem materials, with a focus on challenging applications and a reduced carbon footprint.

AITIIP is developing innovative RTM tooling, ALM system for sustainable aircraft wing

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

HERON project methodology will be used to manufacture a composite aircraft wing demonstrator, which will be suitable to study the wing’s technical parameters and kinematic and aerodynamic properties.

The Onshoring Project Aims to Reverse Offshoring

Chris Pasion | MoldMaking Technology

The Onshoring Project will develop and share new metrics, tools and practices that will shift executive focus toward sourcing from lean-performing North American suppliers.

High-Feed Milling Tool Specializes in Machining Difficult Cavities and Pockets in ISO S, M and P Materials

| MoldMaking Technology

Sandvik Coromant’s CoroMill MH20 offers vibration-free machining for oil and gas, mold and die and aerospace sectors and demonstrates a 32% increase in tool life.
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Plataine wins Frost & Sullivan Global Technology Innovation Leadership Award

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Plataine’s cloud-based digital assistants leverage AI to automate and optimize critical composites manufacturing flows, increase operational resiliency and push the envelope towards zero-waste manufacturing.

IACMI Members Meeting reconnects members, discusses road ahead

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Oct. 5-7 in Detroit, Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) members presented automotive R&D and discussed industry trends.

Whitman Controls' Dual Switch and Sensor Level Transmitter is Fully Configurable

Chris Pasion | Products Finishing

Whitman says the new L96 Series Level Transmitters are ideal in water systems, oil and petroleum tanks, chemical processing, refrigeration systems and other OEM applications where precise level measurement and real-time data communication are critical.

Plastic Energy, Freepoint Eco-Systems and TotalEnergies to Build Advanced Recycling Plant

| Plastics Technology

The project will process and convert yearly 33,000 tons of post-consumer end-of-life plastic waste.  

Industria química y del plástico de Argentina crea agrupación para la transición hacia la economía circular

| Plastics Technology México

La visión de EURECA es convertir a la economía de los plásticos en Argentina en una economía circular afirmada en una sociedad de consumo responsable y del reciclado, en donde los residuos son recursos valiosos.

Ametek Launches New Expert Surface Inspection System Services

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Ametek’s new AMECare Performance Services designed to enhance inspection systems, reduce downtime and maximize return on investment.

PREH muestra interés por crear un centro de desarrollo de ingeniería en Yucatán

| Modern Machine Shop México

La empresa alemana PREH manifestó interés por establecer en el estado un centro de desarrollo de ingeniería para el sector automotriz, que sería el primero en el sureste de México.

Getting to a Circular Model for Metal Powders Makes AM More Sustainable

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

6K’s UniMelt process offers efficiency and control in the production of metal powders for additive manufacturing. But more than that, it is a home for unused and oversized powder, metal scrap and more that can close the loop on metals.

Hainbuch amplía su gama de dispositivos de sujeción estacionarios

| Modern Machine Shop México

Hainbuch adquiere a la empresa Vischer & Bolli Automation y ahora ofrece una gama más amplia de dispositivos de sujeción estacionarios.

CompleteCloud by Avatara: The Smart IT Platform for Manufacturers

| Modern Machine Shop

CompleteCloud by Avatara is an all-inclusive IT solution that offers a private cloud environment in a secure data center. (Sponsored)

Scared Straight on Molding Simulation

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Molding simulation is such a vital technology today that many molders couldn’t imagine life without it. But as a “consumer” of such a service, you have to know how to carefully critique the simulation results, which can hide a multitude of shortcuts and compromises that threaten their utility.

End Mill and Collet Combo Cuts High-Speed Machining Costs 62%

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Switching to Emuge-Franken helped precision production machine shop SB Dezigns save 62% in costs on a popular automotive part while lowering cycle times.

Arboga Partners with Palmgren to Deliver Drill Gear Drive

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Arboga’s drill gear drive transmission reportedly delivers full power at any speed, driving the cutting tools at nearly 100% of the available motor horsepower.

Suburban Tool Introduces Highly Compatible Accessories

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Suburban Tool’s SineSet System comprises a series of compatible accessories that can be bolted directly to Suburban Sine Plates, Compound Sine Plates and 90° Conversion Plates to create complete working systems.