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Advario y Braskem Idesa inauguran Terminal Química Puerto México
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
Con una inversión de 500 mdd, la nueva terminal de etano en Coatzacoalcos asegura el suministro a Braskem Idesa y marca un hito en el desarrollo del CIIT.
How Cryogenic Deflashing Improves Injection Molded and Die-Cast Parts Finishing
| Products Finishing
Cryogenic deflashing is a quick, repeatable and cost-effective method for removing a common molding defect known as flashing from part surfaces.
Manufactura esbelta: definición, principios y herramientas
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La manufactura esbelta, también conocida como lean manufacturing, es una estrategia de gestión que busca maximizar el valor entregado al cliente mediante la eliminación sistemática de desperdicios en los procesos productivos.
SMW Autoblok Clamping System Automates Jaw Changes
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The KNCS-matic system enables automatic quick jaw change by a conventional industrial robot, which releases the base jaws with a release pin, replaces them and then fixes the next jaws with the pin.
EOS Awarded Laser Powder Bed Fusion Training Contract by US Navy to Grow Maritime AM Sector
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
The U.S. Navy’s Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) Program, in partnership with BlueForge Alliance, has funded the EOS Additive Minds Academy to train the MIB suppliers in laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) process chain to strengthen the industrial 3D printing workforce.
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There's a lot up in the air
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
Trade tensions and supply chain shifts — what the U.S.-China dispute means for aerospace and composites suppliers.
Ultralight PET Preform Design
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
The Factor 101 design created by KHS and Husky uses just 5.89 g of material to hold 591 mL of product — equivalent to a 20-ounce water bottle.
Zoller México inaugura oficinas en Querétaro
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Además de la inauguración de sus nuevas oficinas, la empresa celebró su 80 aniversario, poniendo de relieve la importancia que tiene el mercado mexicano.
AESF Heritage Paper: The 30th William Blum Lecture - A Scientific Approach to Chromium Plating (1989)
| Products Finishing
This article is a republication of the 30th William Blum Lecture, presented at the 76th AESF Annual Convention, SUR/FIN 1989, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Exel Composites supports resilience of biomimetic hydrokinetic system by EEL Energy
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Exel adapted carbon fiber profiles originally designed for wind turbines to meet the low-drag, high-flexibility and long-term fatigue performance demands of this renewable energy system’s nature-inspired membrane.
Hexagon Agility reaches milestone with additional orders supporting X15-N natural gas trucks
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Additional natural gas fuel system orders at a value of $4.3 million include more than 20 Class 8 fleets.
Joby flies two eVTOL aircraft simultaneously in testing milestone
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The latest in the company’s flight testing program targets certification testing acceleration and support of its passenger-carrying goals by 2026.
MVP, Composites One grow partnership into Mexico
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Customers in Mexico will gain direct access to equipment, services, technical knowledge and reliable delivery brought by both companies.
Swinburne highlights composites and Industry 4.0 activities
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Swinburne University of Technology’s facilities and research expertise have attained milestone developments in a UAV wingbox, customized carbon fiber components, digital manufacturing and 3D printing.
AMBA Conference 2025 Delivers An Unforgettable Experience
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
The AMBA wrapped another annual conference on May 9, 2025, with nearly 200 mold manufacturing professionals gathered for three days of impactful education, connection and industry inspiration.
Preventive Maintenance Cleaning System Offers Added Safety Improvements
Angela Osborne | MoldMaking Technology
The iD Additives’ Eco-Pro Mold Cleaning System now features stainless steel fittings and pressure regulators to help users maintain clean water lines in injection molds in order to achieve optimal cooling efficiency and turbulent flow.
Front-End Mold Simulation Software Simplifies and Streamlines Design
Fiona Lawler | Plastics Technology
SimForm by Maya HTT highlights its front-end mold simulation software as a solution for mold designers and tooling managers.
University of Oklahoma, ORNL Establish AM Center
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
The new center will focus on pioneering metal AM solutions for aerospace and national defense needs. Of note: The center is expected to support sustainment and mission readiness at Tinker Air Force base and other AF centers across the region.
Operation Clean Sweep refuerza acciones para evitar fuga de pellets
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El Informe 2024 de OCS muestra avances en prevención de fuga de pellets plásticos, con mayor cobertura industrial y nuevas medidas de transparencia.
Applications Open for the 2025 SPE Mold Technologies Div. Grant and the Joseph Prischak Student Scholarship
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
The Society of Plastics Engineers’ Mold Technologies division is accepting applications for a $3,000 student scholarship honoring Joseph Prischak and a $5,000 educational grant program.
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Oligomer polymer engineering transforms 100% recyclable thermoplastic composite paradigms
Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld
MET-OL thermoplastic technology alters high molecular weight polybutylene terephthalate into low-viscosity oligomers, enhancing fiber impregnation and catalytic repolymerization for fully recyclable, high-performance composites.
Rectificado: guía técnica del proceso de mecanizado por abrasión
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Guía técnica sobre el proceso de rectificado, sus tipos, aplicaciones industriales y factores que influyen en su eficacia. Incluye criterios para elegir el tipo adecuado según la forma de la pieza, el material y los requisitos de precisión.