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ABB presenta nueva generación de cobots para nuevos sectores y usuarios primerizos
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
GoFa y SWIFTI, de ABB, están diseñados para ayudar a las compañías a automatizar tareas de manejo de materiales, atención a máquinas, ensamble de componentes y empaque dentro de procesos de manufactura.
March Housing Permits at Pre Bubble Bursting Level
Steven Kline, Jr. | Gardner Intelligence
It has taken 15 years, unprecedented government stimulus, and a pandemic that drove virtually all office workers to work from home and move out of big cities for housing permits to return to levels seen prior to the housing bubble bursting in late 2006 and early 2007. This is leading to strong growth in the appliance and off-road/construction machinery industries, in particular.
Arizona is 12th State to Support Advanced Plastics Recycling
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Arizona has enacted legislation that will enable greater adoption of advanced recycling.
In-Mold Labeling Automation System for 5-Gal Pails
| Plastics Technology
Muller’s new IML system boasts major improvements over standard pressure-sensitive and printed systems.
Horn EH Geometry for Grooving System Enables Parting Off at High Feed Rates
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
The stable cutting edge of the EH geometry ensures reliable chip evacuation and control.
Driving Continuous Improvement with a Quality-First Mindset
| Modern Machine Shop
A continuous improvement, quality-first mindset can help shops improve upon key metrics — across all departments.
#workforcedevelopment
Eltool Expands Live Lathe Tool Offerings
Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop
Eltool offerings have expanded to include live lathe tools with 5:1 and 1:5 gear boxes for high-torque and high-speed machining.
Fresa de escuadrar M5137 Xtra-tec XT de Walter reduce las operaciones de acabado
| Modern Machine Shop México
La fresa de escuadrar M5137 Xtra-tec XT, de Walter, presenta ángulos de aproximación de 90 grados, lo que reduce la necesidad de operaciones de acabado adicionales.
Roctool Deployed by Rosti for a More Durable, Paint-Free Enclosure
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Rosti turned to Roctool’s induction mold-heating technology to consolidate components in the enclosure and extend its service life.
#electronics
The ROI of Diversity and Inclusion for Machine Shops
| Modern Machine Shop
Successful diversity and inclusion efforts need mutual respect — dishonest efforts will reflect poorly on your company while success will attract talent.
Curtiss-Wright and Dolphitech team up on predictive wind turbine maintenance service
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Combination of StressWave, PdP Pattern Recognition software with Dolphicam2 ultrasonic inspection for CFRP structures to provide end-to-end solution for damage detection, prevention and prediction.
Ceramic Fiber Brushes Enables Fast, Automated Deburring and Surface Finishing
| MoldMaking Technology
The automated Xebec Brush features woven ceramic fibers for consistent cutting action, high-speed finishing solutions.
Industry 4.0 Interface Facilitates Seamless Digital Connectivity for Manufacturers
| MoldMaking Technology
GF Machining Solutions’ OPC UA interface reduces machine downtime, monitors performance across facilities, fully automates operations and ensure manufacturing process compliance.
Telene composite components selected for Ebusco electric city bus
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Telene PDCPD polymer and low-density matrix produces durable body panels, offers lower part weight.
First quarter 2021 results better position Hexcel to support post-pandemic industry
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Q1 2021 net sales of $310 million reflect continued focus on cost controls throughout economic headwinds, projected to gradually step up in upcoming quarters.
Faurecia showcases composite hydrogen demonstrator for commercial vehicles at Auto Shanghai event
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Seven-tank hydrogen storage system designed to provide more than 700 kilometers of autonomy for long-distance and high-load commercial trucks.
AeroVironment celebrates composite-intensive Ingenuity Helicopter flight on Mars
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The AeroVironment team played a key role in developing the helicopter’s carbon fiber airframe and major subsystems.
Antich and Sons develop composite yarn-spinning technique for 3D-woven preform production
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Culmination of a three-year project with AMRC which focused on creating stabilized, near-net shape preforms of variable thickness with efficient material use for aerospace and automotive.
Coventya Launches Alumal Elox 557
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Coventya Inc. introduces Alumal Elox 557, a liquid product designed to enhance the conventional anodizing electrolyte based on sulfuric acid.
Volocopter introduces Volocopter 2X eVTOL aircraft at Auto Shanghai 2021
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Volocopter and Geely Technology reveal aircraft model, highlighting a cooperation to bring urban air mobility services to the Chinese market.
Thermwood expands LSAM product line availability
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Large dual gantry print and trim machines for 3D-printed thermoplastic composites offered in 15-foot width model, with wider gantry design and range of print core, print head options.
Absolute Machine Tools Promotes Nicole Conrad to Chief Marketing Officer
| MoldMaking Technology
In this position, Nicole is responsible for developing Absolute’s marketing strategies and maintaining relationships with partners.