Fraunhofer IPA and Arburg Develop 3D-Printed Sensors for Electronic Components

Heather Caliendo | Plastics Technology

The experts opted for semi-crystalline polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), which is used as standard injection molding material for the production of electronic casing.  

Troubleshooting thermoforming of thermoplastic composites

| CompositesWorld

Challenges with the thermoforming/stamping process and potential solutions addressing the associated parameters and complex material behaviors.

Starrag Names New Sales Manager for Mexico

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Carlos Castro has worked in the CNC industry for over 25 years. He has held roles in programming, machining, application engineering, cutting, setup, sales and managing.

CGTech agrega la interfaz GDML para Vericut

| Modern Machine Shop México

La interfaz 3DLive de CGTech permite al software Vericut leer archivos Geometry Description Markup Language (GDML).

Medical-Tubing Extruders Redesigned

| Plastics Technology

Sleeker models simplify cleaning, maintenance, and operator accessibility.

5 Ways to Simplify Tasks for CNC Newcomers

Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop

Manufacturers can easily train new CNC users by simplifying tasks. Learn how to simplify CNC tasks for new hires in this CNC Tech Talk.
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Signal-Transparent TPEs for High-Speed 5G Transmission

| Plastics Technology

Avient’s new Versaflex CE TPEs boast superior permittivity and low signal-loss performance at high frequencies.  

Renishaw, CCAT Partner to Accelerate Technology Adoption

| Additive Manufacturing

Renishaw has provided industrial metrology and additive manufacturing equipment to the Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology Inc. (CCAT), as well as sales and applications liaisons for product demonstrations, webinars, training and support.

Modern Machine Shop August 2021 Edition

| Modern Machine Shop

The August edition of Modern Machine Shop features the latest editorial articles, expert manufacturing and machining insights, and featured columns!

Achieving Desired Thickness with Black Passivate

| Products Finishing

Curt Sotera of Columbia Chemical offers insights for achieving the desired results when plating parts in zinc-nickel with a black passivate.

Roboze’s ARGO 1000 Fabricates Large Parts Using Super Polymers, Composites

| Additive Manufacturing

Printer uses more sustainable, high-performing super polymers and composites such as PEEK, Carbon PEEK and ULTEM AM9085F to reduce the strain on global supply chains.

Production Turning to CNC

| Production Machining

The precision production turning industry is trending away from cam-actuated automatics. While limited legacy machine capability and skilled labor resources are two large factors, economics is the primary driver.

ICYMI, MMT Chats: Managing Talent, Moving Along and Making Money

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges has a very candid conversation with Marion Wells,  MMT Editorial Advisory Board Member and founder of Human Asset Management, about the push to embrace a new mindset about workforce development—talent management. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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Vida Circular: impulso a la economía circular en México

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

La iniciativa Vida Circular busca informar y educar sobre temas relacionados con la economía circular y las R´s (Rediseñar, Reducir, Reutilizar, Recuperar y Reciclar).

Haimer's Presetting Tool Reduces Set Up Times

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2021: Haimer’s presetting tool increases machine utilization while streamlining tool setting processes.

Lanxess Completes Acquisition of Emerald Kalama Chemical

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Emerald’s additives such as non-phthalate PVC plasticizers and polyolefin modifiers will be integrated into Lanxess’ polymer additives business unit.  

Epolin Expands NIR Dyes and Compounds Business Through Acquisition

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Chroma Color’s Epolin division has acquired NIR and laser-absorbing dyes manufacturer Adam Gates & Co.

Fakuma: Wittmann Battenfeld to Launch Machine Line at Friedrichshafen Fair

| Plastics Technology

In addition to introducing its new SmartPlus line of servo-hydraulic injection molding machines, Wittmann Battenfeld will feature multiple machines at its booth and stream video of other cells from its labs.

AMT y CII.IA firman convenio de colaboración

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

El objetivo del convenio de colaboración es impulsar la adopción de la Inteligencia Artificial en la manufactura.

FANUC anuncia la producción del robot industrial número 750,000

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Fanuc produce 11,000 robots por mes en fábricas automatizadas que utilizan sus propios robots para fabricar robots, controladores y máquinas-herramienta.

ALPLA Invests in Bioplastics

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Global packaging giant APLA buys stake in developer of bioplastic compounds.

Termoformadora de alto rendimiento ILLIG RD 53d

| Plastics Technology México

Esta máquina automática a presión ofrece cuatro estaciones: formado, punzonado, troquelado y apilado con una presión de aire de hasta tres bares.