Emuge-Franken Taps Feature Universal Threading Geometry

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The MultiTap NPT/NPTF pipe taps feature a specialized, shortened projection length when compared to traditional ANSI standard taper taps, decreasing cycle time and increasing tool life.

SABIC Introduces New Grade Extem RH Resin

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Extem RH1017UCL will support data communication infrastructure applications.

Precision Concepts Buys Meredith-Springfield

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Latest acquisition by this diversified producer of rigid packaging is a Northeast leader in technical blow molding.

Index remains in expansion territory despite uncertainties

Mike Shirk | CompositesWorld

The composites market saw a slight decline in the index, component and future business results but maintained a positive reading overall.

Emuge-Franken Taps Feature Universal Threading Geometry

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The MultiTap NPT/NPTF pipe taps feature a specialized, shortened projection length when compared to traditional ANSI standard taper taps, decreasing cycle time and increasing tool life.

Sames Announces Regional Manager for Central Canada

| Products Finishing

Kyler Hubner has been promoted to support this role with his dedication and commitment to driving success.

Ross Presents High-Shear Mixers for Coatings

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Customizable mixers are engineered for a wide range of industrial applications.

Polymer Showdown — PPO vs. PA66: May the Best Material Win

| Plastics Technology

Second in a series, an expert from plastics engineering consultancy The Madison Group pits leading thermoplastics against each other to see how they differ in processing characteristics, chemical resistance, thermal and mechanical performance, and more.

Little Change in Finishing Index's March Results

Mike Shirk | Products Finishing

The finishing market remained in expansion with a reading nearly identical to February.
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"Fused Strand Deposition" (FSD) Process Enabling 3D Printed PEEK Spine Implants

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Medical device manufacturer Curiteva is now in production with two families of spine implants made from polyether ether ketone (PEEK) that are 3D printed using a proprietary process that stretches the filament while extruding to improve crystallization and strength. 

Haimer optimiza la estabilidad en torneado con sus portaherramientas de ajuste térmico

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La tecnología de sujeción por contracción térmica reduce la vibración y mejora la precisión en operaciones de torneado.

Executive Leadership Changes at Victaulic

| Valve Magazine

Retirement of EVP and CRO leads to new appointment as EVP of sales.

Kyocera Precision Tools Publishes Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog showcases the company’s advanced tooling solutions for turning, milling and holemaking applications.

Kyocera Precision Tools Publishes Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Indexable Cutting Tool Catalog showcases the company’s advanced tooling solutions for turning, milling and holemaking applications.

ANIQ certifica a Braskem Idesa en seguridad y sustentabilidad

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Braskem Idesa obtuvo la certificación de Responsabilidad Integral de la ANIQ que destaca su compromiso con la seguridad, salud y sustentabilidad.

Why Mold Builders Should Consider Barrel Cutters and Lens Tools If They Haven’t Before

| MoldMaking Technology

Reduce machining cycle times and improve surface finishes of cavity and core work with barrel cutters and lens tools.

NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #124: Innovative Coatings for (Micro)Technical and Tooling Systems

| Products Finishing

This report introduces the project on the development of innovative coatings for the hybrid manufacturing of micro-scale technical and tooling systems and outlines the work to be undertaken.

SAMPE UK & Ireland calls for entrants to YES Seminar Competition

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Postgraduate students from U.K. and Ireland universities are invited to submit entries to showcase their technical research by April 25, 2025.

Major League Pickleball, Toray strike sponsorship agreement

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Toray, MLP’s first Asia-based partner, aims to contribute to the development of pickleball globally with its composite materials, building brand awareness and supporting R&D of future pickleball equipment.

Airtech acquires Kimya assets, extends AM filament capabilities

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Kimya’s filaments portfolio will be offered alongside Airtech’s Dahltram pellet and filament resins, adding to its LFAM and thermoplastic product line.

Tremonia Mobility delivers efficient, sustainable composite minibuses with Siemens Xcelerator

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Minibus manufacturer adopts Siemens Xcelerator to advance electrification, improving design cycle speed by 20% and design adjustment speed by 30%.

Demgy Group grows aircraft interior expertise with Tool-Gauge acquisition

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Tool-Gauge, a key U.S. supplier of unreinforced and reinforced plastic components and subassemblies for Boeing and Airbus, adds to Demgy Group’s global footprint.