Composite testing challenges, Part 1: Introduction to mechanical testing of composites
| CompositesWorld
A range of standardized mechanical tests for complex composites are available and still under development for materials development, design and quality control requirements.
Martinrea International anuncia expansión de su planta en Ramos Arizpe
| Modern Machine Shop México
El proyecto de expansión de la empresa implica una inversión de 20 millones de dólares que generará 250 nuevos empleos en la región.
Laser Processing System Integrates Automation For Complete Precision and Flexibility
| MoldMaking Technology
ACSYS Lasertechnik’s Multishift system is fully automatic, including a robotic arm and integration with OCR, OPR and dynamic focus control for a very precise laser processing finish.
High-Pressure Coolant System Line Offers Machine Tool Application Flexibility
| MoldMaking Technology
The LNS North America ChipBLASTER line has been divided into the B-, F- and V-Series, according to pressure and application for easier selection.
Fiber reinforcement supplier Devold AMT renamed under Saertex
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Name change serves to strengthen Saertex’s global composite offerings, further unify its brand and fully integrate Devold into the group’s processes.
Berndorf Band Group improves modular double-belt press system for high-rate thermoplastic production
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
New modules enable tailoring for advanced thermoplastic composites including woven, UD and crossply laminates, plus sandwich panels.
10 Truths About Marketing After the Pandemic
| Gardner Web
The Covid-19 pandemic upended a marketer’s playbook, challenging the existing rules about customer relationships and building brands. One year in, there’s no going back to the old normal. Here are 10 new marketing truths that reveal the confluence of strategies, operations, and technologies required to drive growth in a post-Covid-19 world.
NatureWorks Ingeo 3D700 biopolymer reduces LSAM warpage, minimizes print failures
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Testing by NatureWorks’ global partners demonstrates a shrink rate less than 0.25% in printed parts and obtainable lower print temperatures due to optimized melt viscosity and microstructure.
AMAC, ITA strategic cooperation aims to strengthen business development in composites
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Cooperation enables access to industry know-how, networking opportunities and composite solutions across the entire textile value chain to generate innovation.
On EV's, ADAS, and a Pickup Truck
Gary S. Vasilash | Gardner Web
Several industry-related items that you’ve not likely to have seen anywhere else. (At least not all together.)
#robotics #electronics
Anuncia ANIPAC séptima edición del Foro de Recicladores
| Plastics Technology México
Bajo el lema “Industria del reciclaje: innovación y producción sostenible”, ANIPAC y Plastics Technology México organizan la séptima edición del Foro de Recicladores, que se llevará a cabo de manera virtual los días 18 y 19 de mayo.
Polykemi Invests in its Own U.S. Compounding Plant
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Gastonia, N.C. is the location for Polykemi’s plant which could start production of compounds as early as 2022.
Norton Winter V-Prime Wheels Maximize Edge Stability, Increase Efficiency
Angela Osborne | Production Machining
Grinding wheels significantly increase productivity and reduce cycle times due to requiring lower grinding forces and permitting higher feed rates.
MicroCare Appoints Chief Financial Officer
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
MicroCare LLC has announced the appointment of John Stardellis as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Siemens Supports BioNTech Vaccine Production in Marburg
Jenny Rush | Modern Machine Shop
Siemens helped the vaccine supplier convert new Marburg facility for vaccine production, providing automation solutions and enabling paperless documentation of production.
Axalta Launches Mobility Coatings Business
| Products Finishing
The redefined transportation coatings business will focus on supporting e-mobility and its evolving coatings needs.
Starrett Metrology Systems nombra a Jim VandeHei como director de ventas
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
VandeHei será responsable de las ventas en América del Norte de los sistemas de visión, los proyectores de medición óptica y los sistemas de medición de fuerza de Starrett Metrology Systems.
Sistema de detección de fugas de plástico
| Plastics Technology México
Las fugas de plástico en la boquilla de inyección y dentro de los moldes en las coladas calientes derivan en paros costosos. Airtect ofrece una tecnología para su pronta detección.
Viking Releases 600R Shot Blaster
| Products Finishing
Viking Blast and Wash Systems releases 900-pound belt load capacity shot blaster in its industrial line of tumble blasters, the 600R.
Seis tendencias para la industria aeroespacial y de defensa
| Modern Machine Shop México
De acuerdo con un estudio de la firma Deloitte, en 2021 la industria aeroespacial comercial seguirá presentando desafíos y se espera que el sector de defensa se mantenga estable.
Baerlocher presentó su tecnología de estabilización durante Plastics Recycling Conference 2021
| Plastics Technology México
La compañía destacó su tecnología Baeropol RST que mejora el contenido reciclado para permitir la fabricación de productos finales de mayor calidad y para nuevas aplicaciones.
Rusal America joins Neighborhood 91 AM Campus at Pittsburgh Airport
| Additive Manufacturing
Neighborhood 91 is the first development in the world to both condense and connect all components of the additive manufacturing and 3D printing supply chain into one powerful production ecosystem.