Eastman Copolyesters Receive Recyclass Certification

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Eight copolyester resins and their equivalent recycled content grades were classified as compatible with recycling processes.

Index Announces Succession of President, CEO

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Michael Huggett will succeed Cris Taylor as leader of the company during a transitional period in April 2025.

EAB Insight: 3D Printing, Maintenance, Efficiency, Training

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MMT's Editorial Advisory Board member Murphy Forsyth of Zero Tolerance shares her favorite MoldMaking Technology articles over the past year.

Automotive Blasting: When to Use a Blast Room or Cabinet

| Products Finishing

Besides understanding that the size is the biggest differentiator between a blast room and a blast cabinet, it is critical to know when to use a blast room versus a blast cabinet, which is not always a clear-cut choice.   

Automating Fixed-Body Plug Gaging

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

How tight-tolerance gaging and in-process automation can converge to streamline manufacturing processes.

Meltio Wire-Laser Metal 3D Printing Technology for Bioimplants With Titanium

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

ATILA Project researchers confirm Meltio metal 3D printing technology by welding wire successfully contributes to the creation of biomedical implants with titanium  

Deoxidizer Compatible With eTCP Powder

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

The deoxidizer DX-38L offered by Miles Chemical has undergone and passed rigorous testing at Chemeon Surface Technology’s laboratory in Nevada. 

People in composites: January 2025

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Appointments, promotions and other developments have been announced by composites-focused companies Teijin Automotive, Lockheed Martin, MVP, Roth Industries, Wabash, Multi-Ply, Norco, Boeing and more.

Anemoi installs 35-meter-tall composite rotor sails on Sohar Max maritime vessel

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Carbon fiber-reinforced epoxy composites are key to building these long-lasting wind propulsion technologies for energy-efficient watercraft.

Reshoring Initiative Launches Nationwide Reshoring Survey

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

The nationwide reshoring survey aims to glean factors that are affecting manufacturers’ decisions on whether to reshore factories and supply chains. The survey is open Jan. 28 through March 15, 2025.

Why Shoulder Bolts Are Too Important to Ignore, Part 2

| MoldMaking Technology

Follow these tips and tricks for a better design.

Surface Finishing Without Sacrificing Material Through MMP

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The Micro Machining Process (MMP) Technology operated by BinC and its subsidiary MicroTek targets roughness frequencies to smooth surface roughness of metal parts, including those made through metal 3D printing.

Cómo incrementar el acopio de PET y asegurar la circularidad

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

Líderes en el reciclaje de plásticos se reunieron en Plastics Recycling LATAM para explorar cómo incrementar el acopio de PET y garantizar su circularidad. Entre las propuestas destacaron la necesidad de fortalecer el acopio, implementar legislaciones claras y educar a los consumidores.

Mouldpro Mold Maintenance Tools, Gate Cutters Enable Improved Productivity

Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology

Mouldpro offers a variety of soft tools and gate cutters that are constructed to ensure molders can safely work on mold tools without damaging the mold surface.

Foba Welcomes New Managing Director

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Foba has announced Richard Roth as its new managing director. He has taken over the strategic direction and leadership of the brand.

Innovación en masterbatches para plásticos reciclados PCR

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Deifel Buntfarbenfabrik presentó soluciones de coloración para plásticos reciclados en Fakuma 2024, garantizando colores vibrantes y consistencia.

Dillon Workpiece Stops Reduce Setup Time

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The workpiece stops enable short parts to be set above the jaws, providing clearance.

Aduro avanza con planta piloto para reciclaje químico en 2025

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La tecnología Hydrochemolytic de Aduro avanza con su planta piloto NGP, que promete soluciones escalables para plásticos y residuos complejos.

What Does the Future Hold for Leaded Steels?

Miles Free | Production Machining

12L14 and other leaded steels are no longer melted in the U.S.

Infinici recycled glass fibers will be distributed in Europe, Turkey by Biesterfeld

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Biesterfield will introduce Infinici’s recycled nonwoven composite materials to broader markets while also collecting glass and carbon fiber waste from customers.

Beta, 47G unlock AAM opportunities in Utah

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Statewide agreement is set to jump start a host of AAM readiness activities across Utah, further led by Beta’s CTOL and VTOL aircraft expertise.

RapidMade introduces Aerolite thermoformable carbon fiber

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Thermoformable carbon fiber address traditional scale and cost bottlenecks, eliminating most manual processes while achieving high-volume production.