Fully Parametrized Native CAD Databases Reduce Design Time, Maximize Process Reliability

| MoldMaking Technology

Native CAD databases from Hasco include installation spaces for an optimized design process and simplified implementation into CATIA, Siemens NX and SolidWorks CAD systems.

Online Training Program Devotes a Comprehensive Approach to Injection Molding

| MoldMaking Technology

Kruse Training offers a range of topics for new and veteran engineers, including Mold Design, which focuses on the basics of mold design and how various design elements impact a molded part.
#workforcedevelopment

Zeiss, ORNL Introduce Fast, Automated Print Parameter Qualification at RAPID + TCT 2021

| MoldMaking Technology

Zeiss ParAM (Parameter for Additive Manufacturing) comprehensively evaluates a set of parameters in less than 12 hours, reduces build failure rate, cost per part and improves reliability.

Fort ORD Works achieves AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015 quality certifications

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

International Standards Authority audit earned through the company’s commitment to quality and compliance to stringent internal procedures for the development of high-performance composite structures.
#regulations

Dürr completa el taller de pintura altamente automatizado para Ford en Hermosillo

Gary S. Vasilash | Products Finishing México

La instalación no solo utiliza tecnología, sino que aprovecha el entorno para los hornos.

Nylon/Modified PPE Resin for Demanding Automotive Applications in Hot and Humid Conditions

| Plastics Technology

SABIC’s new Noryl GTX 9500 resin boasts superior dimensional stability, retaining improved balance of mechanical properties when exposed to heat and humidity in underhood and other applications.
#regulations

Tsunami Medical Uses Additive Manufacturing for Innovating Surgical Solutions

| Additive Manufacturing

The Tsunami Medical team is working to improve implant design and challenging conventional manufacturing techniques of the past.

Gobierno de Oaxaca y SiKanda A.C. firman convenio de colaboración para “Reciclaje Inclusivo”

| Plastics Technology México

Además de impulsar y promover el tratamiento de residuos y el desarrollo sustentable, recientes programas y acuerdos buscan garantizar los derechos humanos y laborales de quienes se dedican al reciclaje.

CNP Myszkow Launches Disruptive Anticorrosion Coating

| Products Finishing

ZMspin coating is based on an alloy of magnesium, aluminum, and zinc, applied in the process of hot-dip galvanizing with centrifugation.

NASF Releases Public Policy Update for September 2021

| Products Finishing

The National Association for Surface Finishing has released its monthly Policy Update, summarizing some of the pertinent regulatory developments and new announcements from the month of September.
#regulations

MMS, ProShop ERP Hosting Machine Shop Ownership Change Conference Sept. 27

| Additive Manufacturing

Live digital event focuses on setting up shops to succeed during business ownership transitions.

Lean Means Being Comfortable

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Like writing, lean manufacturing requires people to be comfortable in their own skin while checking any ego issues at the door.

Convocan al 3er Congreso y 5to Encuentro Nacional de la Red de Vinculación de SOMUCAAB

| Plastics Technology México

El encuentro organizado por el CIQA, SOMUCAAB e IPN abordará el desarrollo sustentable, las ciencias agronómicas y la biotecnología y se llevará a cabo en noviembre, de manera virtual.  

Arburg Freeformer Covers Range of Industrial AM Applications

| Additive Manufacturing

RAPID 2021: Arburg’s Freeformer 200-3X and 300-3X produce complex, functional parts.

July Another Strong Month for Machine Tool Orders

Steven Kline, Jr. | Gardner Intelligence

Compared with one year ago, the GBI: Metalworking was 23.5% higher, which was the 13th consecutive month of growth. The strong growth in the metalworking industry should lead to accelerating growth in machine tool orders throughout 2021.
#economics

Broad Range of Formulated Additives for Mechanical Recycling of Plastics

| Plastics Technology

BASF’s new IrgaCycle additive blends targeted to recyclers, compounders and converters.

SolidCAM Expands Machining Software to Siemens NX

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

SolidCAM iMachining software is said to achieve short cycle times – regardless of industry, material or machine – with its patented “morphing spirals,” intelligent island separation and moating.

Desktop Metal Acquires Metal AM Manufacturer Aidro

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Aidro produces hydraulic and fluid power systems across a wide range of industries. The company uses complex geometries to reduce weight, save space and consolidate multiple components into one, which eliminates assembly and welding requirements.

Glass Reinforced PBT Compounds for ADAS Radar Covers

| Plastics Technology

SABIC’s new LNP Thermocomp resins boast exceptional warpage control and laser welding capability.  

Nuevas aplicaciones para cobots en el taller metalmecánico

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Universal Robots presenta en Fabtech nuevas aplicaciones de cobots que incluyen soldadura refrigerada por agua, revestimiento duro, corte por plasma y carga de máquinas para operaciones de fresado.

Cifras de importación de máquinas de corte láser a México

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En el primer semestre de 2021, México importó máquinas de corte láser principalmente de Estados Unidos, China, Japón, Alemania e Italia.

NASF 1000 Program Seeks Support

| Products Finishing

NASF 1000 Program Addresses Regulatory, Legislative and Legal Actions on Behalf of Surface Finishers.
#regulations