Metal Finishing Technologies Receives new NADCAP Accreditation
Sarah Barnett | Products Finishing
Metal Finishing Technologies announces that it has received NADCAP accreditation for passivation chemical processing.
Marposs ha actualizado su software para sistema de pruebas ópticas
| Modern Machine Shop México
El software actualizado de Marposs promueve la facilidad de uso con una interfaz optimizada.
MMT Chats: 30 Under 30 Honoree, A Little Perfection and Patience Go a Long Way
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges invites F&M Tool and Die’s Wire EDM Lead Matt Lizotte as a guest on this MMT Chat to share how he landed in moldmaking, how he went from running one wire EDM to 6 very quickly and his goal to set up systems and procedures to more easily pass on his knowledge to the next generation. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
System Allows Fast, Efficient Die Cleaning
| Plastics Technology
Processing Technologies International LLC (PTi) has developed a die splitting cart called uCAMS (Universal Cleaning Assembly and Maintenance System). The system was designed with the goals of flexibility, ease, and operator safety in regards to maintenance and upkeep of an extrusion die.
Conair implementa plataforma de control común para sus equipos auxiliares
| Plastics Technology México
Conair está desplegando una nueva plataforma de control que ofrece una experiencia de usuario más amigable, independiente de la maquinaria involucrada.
Whirlpool invertirá más de 120 millones de dólares en México
| Products Finishing México
Whirlpool anunció que invertirá más de 120 millones de dólares en México para incrementar su capacidad de producción en las plantas de la empresa ubicadas en México.
Housing Permits Increase 25% in June
Steven Kline, Jr. | Gardner Intelligence
Unlike many other economic data series, the rate of change in June 2021 was not affected by an easy comparison with June 2020. In fact, just the opposite. June 2020 was a very strong month for housing permits. Therefore, the 25.0% growth this June is a very strong rate of growth.
Botellas de agua reutilizables con Tritan Renew, de Eastman
| Plastics Technology México
La diseño de la botella Eco de 26oz, de Ello, fue optimizado desde la capacidad hasta la interfaz de la tapa y el bucle de transporte. Estará disponible en las tiendas Target y en línea.
FX20 3D Printer Produces High-Temperature, Reinforced Thermoplastics
| Additive Manufacturing
The company says the Markforged printer enables the robust production of lightweight, advanced composite parts.
Centro de manufactura y moldes para proveer industrias en Aguascalientes
| Plastics Technology México
La Universidad Politécnica de Aguascalientes (UPA) competirá con las mejores universidades tecnológicas en la manufactura de moldes de plástico y se prepara para convertirse en proveedora de la industria local y nacional.
Vertex Manufacturing Selects Velo3D for 3D Printing Production-Ready Metal Parts
| Additive Manufacturing
System to give Vertex customers more design freedom to engineer complex geometries.
Special Springs Launches US Series Mechanical Die Spring Line
| MoldMaking Technology
Amerimold 2021 exhibitor Special Springs offers the North American market an improved, state-of-the-art die spring line that is interchangeable with other die spring brands.
MMT Today Email Service Updated
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
MoldMaking Technology is beginning the process of migrating MMT Today delivery to a new e-mail service provider. Check your spam folder.
ACS, Susta and U.Form partnership creates CarbonForm network
Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld
Collaboration will lead to the development of press forming technologies using composite materials.
Distran showcases Ultra Pro for reliable gas-leak detection
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Hand-held ultrasonic imaging camera conducts fast and highly accurate gas-leak inspections via 124 ultrasound microphones several meters away from the source.
2021 Sourcing & Technology Guide: Machining
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Machining (via the machine tool and cutting tool) shapes metal workpieces. Understanding both traditional and advanced machining techniques is critical to overcoming the various dimensional and finish challenges.
GE Renewable Energy to expand wind blade facility in Gaspé
Chris Pasion | CompositesWorld
A partnership with Canada and Québec will enable the company to expand its existing facility and will result in the creation of 200 skilled jobs.
North Carolina State University develops CFRP skin for stealth aircraft
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The carbon fiber skin will enable the design of more reliable, durable and efficient stealth jets, offering better electromagnetic conduction and high temperature capabilities.
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Top Shops Develops Streamlined Sourcing Database
Chris Pasion | MoldMaking Technology
New online, interactive Top Shops Sourcing database connects buyers and suppliers of CNC machined parts, products and services.
NCC develops composite structural systems for bus fuel cell retrofits
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Glass fiber storage structure increases energy storage density by 28%, meets cost and weight targets and ultimately enables a rapid retrofit of U.K. commercial buses, with potential for larger vehicles.
Ford is Saving Millions through 3D Printing (But Maybe Not How You Think)
Brent Donaldson | Additive Manufacturing
Two longtime workers at Ford’s Sharonville Transmission Plant near Cincinnati grew tired of experiencing the delays and downtime resulting from expensive and hard-to-get replacement parts. The solution? Learn additive manufacturing and save the company time and money.
Sensors Bring Batteryless Machine Monitoring to all Corners of a Plant
| Plastics Technology
Powered by a machine’s heat or ambient light, a new batteryless vibration sensor monitors machine conditions continuously, including in hard-to-reach places.