Lanxess Develops Concept for Radar Sensors with Integrated Thermal Management

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Using its high-performance thermoplastics, Lanxess’ thermal management concept is aimed at autonomous driving.

Housing Permit Growth Slowed Dramatically in July

Steven Kline, Jr. | Gardner Intelligence

The year-over-year change in the real 10-year Treasury rate is virtually the most negative it has been since the summer of 2008. This is indicating that the slow growth in housing permits in July could be temporary.

Exitosa puesta en marcha, a distancia, de una planta de reciclaje para botellas de PET

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

El fabricante de sistemas de reciclaje Previero-Sorema ha reportado la venta de varios sistemas llave en mano en países latinoamericanos para aumentar la capacidad de producción de hojuelas de PET a partir de botellas posconsumo.

Indicador de pedidos manufactureros aumentó en julio

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En julio de 2021 el indicador se ubicó en 51.8 puntos en términos desestacionalizados y permaneció por décimo segundo mes consecutivo por arriba de los 50 puntos.

Fluid Dynamics Software Optimizes Duct Airflow, Saves Energy

Evan Doran | Additive Manufacturing

Siemens’ Star CCM+ fluid dynamics software enabled Siemens and HP to optimize the air flow within a 3D printed air duct for cooling HP’s Multi Jet Fusion printers.

Suhner Economaster Line Offers Multiple Spindle Heads

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Drilling units can be customized for particular operations.

Yaskawa agrega un robot de pintura de alta velocidad

Scott Francis | Products Finishing México

El robot de pintura MPX1400 de alta velocidad agrega versatilidad a la línea de la serie MPX de Yaskawa Motoman.

Siemens' Showcases New CNC and Digitalization Solutions

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2021: Siemens claims its new CNC system is the first to master the challenges of digital transformation in the machine tool industry.

Real Cutting Tool Orders Second Highest Since March 2020

Steven Kline, Jr. | Gardner Intelligence

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. Since the GBI: Metalworking leads cutting tool orders by 7-10 months, the growth in cutting tool orders should carry into 2022.
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Phillips Corporation Creates Supply Chain Management Division

Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop

The new division, Phillips Supply Chain Management (SCM), will source medium-to-complex CNC machined parts to U.S. customers from its existing India-based operation of customer/vendor machine shop relationships.

Cold Jet Unveils i3 MicroClean 2TM For Versatile Cleaning Capabilities

| MoldMaking Technology

Cold Jet’s dry ice blaster offers Amerimold exhibitors enhanced performance, efficiency and reduced consumable consumption.

CUMSA Introduces Remote Date Stamp System for Enhanced Traceability

| MoldMaking Technology

Amerimold 2021 exhibitor CUMSA showcases its remote date stamp system which enables users to change date information in the mold easier, faster and more accurately.

Cabin Management Systems leverages Markforged carbon fiber 3D printers for FAA-compliant end-use parts

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Cabin Management Solutions (CMS) incorporates the Markforged X7 printer and Onyx FR material for high-quality, rapid parts production for cabin management maintenance, upgrades and replacements for luxury aircraft.

DME Brings EZ Latch Locks, Servomold and S-Core to Amerimold

| MoldMaking Technology

DME’s EZ latch locks, Servomold unscrewing devices and new S-Core collapsible cores offer multiple configurations and promise longevity, flexibility and ease of use for moldmakers.

Advanced Structural Technologies receives DOT certification for Type III high-pressure cylinders

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

UN ISO 11119-2 certification enables the design and manufacture of new, large-diameter hydrogen storage vessels with faster, more complete filling capabilities.

IDI Composites' Noblesville facility earns IATF 16949 certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Indiana-based facility joins its European and Chinese counterparts in commitment to quality control standards in the global automotive industry.

SPE Automotive Composites Conference & Expo reschedules to Nov. 2-4

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The final decision to reschedule was made in consultation with OEMs, conference sponsors, presenters and other ACCE stakeholders after assessing concerns over the COVID-19 delta variant.

CFRTP Composites Set to Grow at Expanded Pace Over Next 10 Years

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Market research firm Fact.MR projects an annual growth of over 8% for continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites.  

America Makes Announces OASIS Challenge Winners

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The OASIS Challenge’s goal was to develop open-source computer codes and algorithms for optimizing scan strategies to advance laser-based powder bed additive manufacturing.

Precision Machining Technology Review August 2021: Cutting Tools

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

Production Machining’s cutting tools showcase includes Horn USA, GWS Tool Group, Greenleaf Corp., Platinum Tooling and more.

MicroCare estrena nueva versión de su web en español

| Products Finishing México

MicroCare lanzó su sitio web en español que contiene descripciones de producto y contenido sobre dispositivos electrónicos, fibra óptica, dispositivos médicos y limpieza de precisión.

Concept Prove-Outs Prove Their Worth in Robotic Finishing

Matt Danford | Modern Machine Shop

Different automated material removal applications teach similar lessons about the value of early testing, close collaboration and adventurous thinking.