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MoldTrax MTWEB Efficiently Tracks Performance, Repair and Maintenance
| MoldMaking Technology
Documentation tracking system for a proactive maintenance 4.0 culture to make an appearance at Amerimold 2021.
NIAR AVET Lab at Wichita State University offers small unmanned aircraft testing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Small unmanned aircraft (sUA) certification capability complies with new FAA AC107-2A sUAS operations over people requirements.
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Composite Integration become a member of the ADS Group
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The aerospace, defence, security and space (ADS) Group will support further development of Composite Integration’s aerospace sector collaborations such as resin processing equipment, tooling and systems for liquid resin/closed mold processing.
Clean Sky 2 FRAMES project advances heating simulation of thermoplastic composite AFP with xenon flashlamp
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Heraeus Noblelight and Compositadour develop heating simulation to optimize process temperatures during automated fiber placement of composite aerostructures.
CW AM supplement: Next-gen composites in additive manufacturing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Additive manufacturing continues to represent an exciting frontier for composites manufacturers. Take a look at CW’s AM supplement for a deep dive into new and expanding processes, technologies and materials for continuous fiber applications.
Real Cutting Tool Orders Second Highest Since March 2020
Steven Kline, Jr. | MoldMaking Technology
A strong recovery in metalworking, exhibited by the v-shaped recovery in the GBI: Metalworking, has led to strong growth in cutting tool orders for three straight months.
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Struggling Foreign Labor Markets Will Push Import Prices Higher
Michael Guckes | Gardner Intelligence
Anguish over domestic labor availability is only part of the problem facing U.S. manufacturers and ultimately product prices. Challenging labor market conditions are creating similar problems and rising production cost problems in China as well.
#workforcedevelopment #economics
Fakuma: Temperature Controller Targets High-Temperature Applications
| Plastics Technology
Wittmann Battenfeld is extending its Tempro plus line of temperature controllers with the D200 model for temperatures up to 200C (392F).
Graphene-Reinforced Thermoplastic Masterbatches Launched
| Plastics Technology
Tosaf Group’s Colloids Ltd.’s Graphanced series of masterbatches based on broad range of thermoplastics.
Sandvik adquirirá CNC Software, creadores de Mastercam
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
Sandvik firmó un acuerdo para adquirir CNC Software, proveedor de software CAD/CAM y empresa creadora de Mastercam.
Lanxess’ FR, Glass-Reinforced Nylon 6 Selected for Lower Weight EV Battery Housings
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
A Durethan nylon 6 grade from Lanxess applied to a series production of Korean carmaker
FIMIC crece con el auge del reciclaje de plásticos
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
El fabricante italiano de cambiafiltros automáticos y autolimpiantes FIMIC anunció la inauguración de una nueva planta de producción y la construcción de un nuevo edificio para sus oficinas centrales, que le permitirá a la compañía un aumento importante de su capacidad productiva y rapidez de entrega.
Insertos que optimizan el control de la viruta de Tungaloy
| Modern Machine Shop México
Tungaloy amplió su sistema de insertos de torneado y portaherramientas Iso-EcoTurn con plaquitas GNMG y plaquitas FNMG.
Transitioning the World to a Green Energy Future Requires an Extreme Focus On the Supply Chain Today
Michael Guckes | Gardner Intelligence
The ability to implement the many available green energy solutions on a global scale greatly rests in the arms of the materials scientists and the firms supporting the production of foundational materials.
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Abierto el registro para NASF SUR/FIN 2021
Rosario Taracena | Products Finishing México
El evento líder en tecnología de acabados de superficie, SUR/FIN, se realizará del 2 al 4 de noviembre en Detroit.
Fuerte crecimiento de los pedidos del sector de la máquina-herramienta en Alemania
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Los pedidos recibidos por la industria alemana de la máquina-herramienta en el segundo trimestre de 2021 aumentaron 103% con respecto al año anterior.
Vertex Acquires 3D Printing Machine from Velo3D
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Vertex Manufacturing is the first contract manufacturer to own a Velo3D system that processes the superalloy.
Which Self-Contained Plastic Vacuum Loader is Best?
| Plastics Technology
For conveying resin materials over short distances there’s no more efficient and versatile way than using a self-contained vacuum loader. It may seem like a basic piece of equipment but selecting the right model can make a big difference in efficiency, process consistency, and reduced changeover time.
AMGTA Continues Growth With New Members
| Additive Manufacturing
The Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association is a global trade organization created to promote the environmental benefits of additive manufacturing.
A new space race
| CompositesWorld
In the past year, new technologies have increasingly aided the potential of space tourism. But the question remains: Does this accessibility reflect a viable business and will it and the associated use of composites get us closer to successfully returning to the moon and beyond?
Additive Manufacturing Conference + Expo Announces First Wave of Speakers
| Gardner Web
AM Technology Suppliers and Leading AM Users Anchor the Program.
One Touch Fasteners Reduce Setup Times
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Imao-Fixtureworks’ One Touch Fasteners replace nut-and-bolt assemblies, enabling operators to lock and unlock plates, panels, covers and machine components without the use of tools.