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.