For This Molder, Less Paper + More Data = Higher Productivity

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

At Tessy Plastics, going paperless means more than idle printers and fewer orders for three-ring binders.

Digital Manufacturing: Two Medical Molders Embrace Industry 4.0

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

‘Digitalization’ and ‘connectivity’ are loaded terms—shorthand for a whole new way of doing business. It can’t be accomplished in one go. But two Midwest molders in the sensitive medical field are already feeling the benefits of their initial steps in that direction.

Generative Orthoses project to reshape orthopedic care

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CRP Technology, MHOX and Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, one of the winners of the WORTH Partnership Project II, have developed bespoke orthoses using generative design, Windform GT fiberglass materials and PBF.

Rocket Lab awarded HASTE launch contract for U.S. DOD

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Under the MACH-TB 2.0 program led by Kratos, Rocket Lab will launch its full-scale HASTE rocket, a suborbital version of the Electron, to expand testing of hypersonic technologies.

Airbus Q1 2025 demonstrates production progress despite headwinds

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The company sticks to its full-year 2025 forecasts that exclude U.S. tariffs, including delivery of around 820 aircraft and production ramp-up targets.

Henkel, Synthomer partner to cut carbon emissions in adhesives

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Integration of Synthomer Clima resins into Henkel Technomelt hot-melt adhesive portfolio targets significant Scope 3 GHG emissions reductions for electronics, automotive, comsumer and composites customers.

UTComp NDT inspection prepares FRP Class 40 racing sailboat

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Ahead of the competitive Globe40 competition in September, UTComp’s ultrasonic capabilities were used to test the viability of the craft’s carbon fiber mast, boom and bowsprit on the water.

SPE Thermoset Topcon 2025 highlights thermoset technology opportunities

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Industry is encouraged to attend this in-person May event which educates, promotes and recognizes technical advancements in thermosets across multiple industries. OEMs are invited to register for free.

From the Editor

| Valve Magazine

Welcome to the Spring 2025 issue of Valve.

Starrag Machining Center Machines Heavy Parts in Compact Footprint

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Starrag’s Heckert H100 compact machine is well suited for large parts and, with a loading weight of 8,818 lb (4,000 kg), is also suitable for heavy parts that would otherwise have to be machined on a large machining center. 

Anuncian los ganadores de los Plastic Sustainability Awards 2025

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

PureCycle, GreenMantra y Greyparrot destacan entre los ganadores de los Plastic Sustainability Innovation Awards 2025 por sus soluciones en reciclaje, materiales y tecnología para una economía circular.  

Sabic lanza NORYL GTX LMX310: resina para tapas de EV

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La resina NORYL GTX LMX310, de Sabic, reduce un 90 % la deformación por humedad y mejora la eficiencia en vehículos eléctricos.  

Finding Hidden Talent, Part 1

Carli Kistler-Miller | Production Machining

Looking beyond the resume can benefit you and your potential employee.
#workforcedevelopment

Republic of Korea Marine Corps Certifies Metal AM Technology

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Equipment supplier Meltio has announced that this military unit has certified its wire-based DED 3D printing technology. Of note: The Army will also implement metal AM for spare parts and repairs as a result of this initiative.

End Ring Valve Gate Optimizes Multicavity Application Injection Molding

Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology

The EYEgate HRS features a specially designed pin guide system engineered to ensure permanent pin-gate alignment to significantly enhance the end ring’s durability.

Post Cure: Composite assemblies orchestrate smaller satellite designs, payload flexibility

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CubeSats have become key to space exploration and R&T development, though they are often expensive to build and launch. Funded efforts like the DiskSat program aim at mitigating these challenges.

The Problem With Unclean Parts Prior to Plating

| Products Finishing

Columbia Chemical provides a thorough list of rust inhibitors and their characteristics to help users understand why some are harder than others to remove prior to plating.  

Haimer Tool Presetting Machine Optimizes Setup Processes

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Eastec 2025: The VIO Linear 20|70 offers reliable, repeatable measurements of tool length and diameter due to its robust linear guide design, high-resolution camera optics and user-friendly touchscreen interface.

Dürr EcoProBooth Earns Automotive PACE Pilot Award 2025

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Modular booth concept reduces the energy consumption of spray booths for painting automotive exterior and interiors while flexibly accommodating all car types.

New MSS Standards Published Recently

| Valve Magazine

The three new standards are available on the MSS website.

Latest Launches

| Valve Magazine

Flowserve Launches Sealless Pump with Secondary Containment The Innomag TB-Mag Dual-Drive Pump is a magnetic drive pump that is double hermetically sealed and features a secondary independent containment system to reduce impact from failures.

Chatter and Feed Rate Scheduling

Tony Schmitz | Modern Machine Shop

Optimizing feed rate can boost cycle times, but not if chatter gets in the way. This article explores how feed rate scheduling software interacts with tool vibration, and why ignoring chatter could undermine your gains. Learn how to balance productivity and stability with the right programming approach.