Composites in aircraft fuselage — now and in the future

Jeff Sloan | CompositesWorld

What do some of the challenges of composites use on the 787 teach us about composites use on next-generation aircraft?

Understanding the Implications of Tax Filing Extensions and COVID-19

| MoldMaking Technology

These tax tips will help mold builders take advantage of filing extensions and increased benefits from tax law updates.

CW Trending: composites opportunities in a growing infrastructure market

| CompositesWorld

Learn from Editor-In-Chief, Jeff Sloan and guests Joe Fox and Gareth Williams about the trends they are seeing in the democratization of composites.

SAMPE names 2021 Young Professional of the Year, North American Award winners

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Young Professional of the Year award recognizes the achievements of those who have graduated from university and are under the age of 35. North American Award winners reflect those who have succeeded in delivering on SAMPE’s mission.

CAMX 2021 exhibit preview: Leuco Tool Corp.

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

Leuco’s PCD-tipped drills, routers and end mills are designed for a variety of composites-based projects.

Mold-Masters Accu-Valve Extends Valve Gate Quality and Reliability

| MoldMaking Technology

The Accu-Valve family, to be featured at Amerimold, attributes continuous 360-degree pin guidance for high tolerance dimensions and concentricity, reducing maintenance and extending service life.

CAMX 2021 exhibit preview: Gascogne Flexible

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

Gascogne Flexible showcases a tight release valve for ATL applications, a low coefficient of friction, solvent-free release liner and a high-porosity kraft paper for thin ply prepreg applications.

Carbon Rivers to commercialize fiberglass composites upcycling project

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Novel pyrolysis method recovers fiberglass reinforcement into new, high-value discontinuous composites with minimized input energy requirements for a true circular economy.

Skye Aviation orders 15 Bye Aerospace eFlyer 800s

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Aircraft leasing company to purchase from the company that developed the composites-intensive eFlyer 2 for an all-electric aircraft fleet.

CAMX 2021 exhibit preview: Cygnet Texkimp

Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld

Cygnet Texkimp hopes to accelerate the use of composites in hydrogen technology with its new Filament Winding Innovation Hub, which will enable customers to explore every aspect of the filament winding process.

Participate in this year's National Composites Week

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The third annual National Composites Week, Aug. 23-27, 2021, continues to spotlight the ways in which composite materials and manufacturing contribute to the world around us. Discover how your company can get involved.

On London Cabbies, Frank Stephenson, the Hyundai Santa Fe and more

Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web

From the neurology of London cabbies to the transformation of automotive lighting, from Frank Stephenson’s auto coloring book to the auto supply chain challenges, from Volkswagen’s software approach to the Honda Monkey—and more.
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Mold Documentation Tracking System Updated

| Plastics Technology

MoldTrax’s MTWEB now allows visibility in multiple locations and five languages.

Flexicon Expands at World HQ

| Plastics Technology

Increase in space aimed at meeting increased demand bulk- handling equipment and systems.  

Media Mix Finishes 3D Printed Plastic Components in Single Step

| Additive Manufacturing

Because the new MJF/SLS media already contains an optimum mix of different shapes and sizes, the need for media changes in multistage finishing processes can be completely eliminated.

Mazak inaugurará nuevo centro técnico en Florida

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Del 14 al 15 de septiembre, Mazak organizará una jornada de puertas abiertas en su nuevo Centro Técnico en Orlando, Florida, en el que presentará lo último en tecnologías de manufactura avanzada.

Up Close and Personal Education and Engagement at Amerimold 2021

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

The Amerimold show floor features exhibits and educational programming over three days focused on new and proven technologies, processes and strategies that are advancing mold manufacturing.
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Con participación en Panara, ALPLA avanza hacia sus objetivos circulares

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

ALPLA anunció la adquisición de una participación minoritaria en una empresa eslovaca especializada en la fabricación e investigación de plásticos de base biológica y biodegradables.

Mechanical Properties of Electroformed Metals

| Products Finishing

In 1996, the AESF held its highly regarded electroforming course, prepared by Ron Parkinson for presentation by The Nickel Development Institute (NiDI) and the AESF.  What follows is a slightly modified excerpt, specifically on the mechanical properties of electroformed metals.  Much of this information has withstood the test of time, and gives a perspective of this technology at the turn-of-the-century.   

Modern Machine Shops Must Invest in Technology and Training

| Modern Machine Shop

Investing in new technology, training and automation is a necessity for keeping up with the changing nature of manufacturing, according to Tony Staub, founder of Staub Precision Machine Inc.
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Workforce Development Task Force Created

| Plastics Technology

The AMBA 2021 Workforce Development Task Force consists of AMBA mold-making members and seeks to complete multiple development projects this year.  
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Dormer Pramet ofrece una gama versátil de insertos de acero inoxidable

| Modern Machine Shop México

De acuerdo con Dormer Pramet la combinación de los insertos y la fresa proporciona altos índices de arranque de viruta con una fuerza de corte baja y reducción de vibraciones.