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Meet New Board Member Murphy Forsyth, Zero Tolerance LLC
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
MoldMaking Technology's EAB features a new crew of industry professionals. Meet Murphy Forsyth.
Drone Bird with 3D Printed Parts Aids Study at University of Twente: The Cool Parts Show Update
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
In our recent livestream celebrating 5 years of the show, we discussed the Drone Bird’s role in a study at the University of Twente, where researchers used the drone to track the motion of birds’ wings in flight. Here is that update or see the original episode:
Picking the Right End Mill
Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop
Kennametal global product manager Katie Myers explains how cutting tool features can impact machining strategies for different materials.
Sicomin joins MADskis to maximize winter sports skis performance
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
GreenPoxy 56’s bio-content and mechanical performance add to the MADskis team’s development of hand-crafted, eco-conscious, low-impact natural fiber skis.
Spirit confirms sale of Fiber Materials Inc. business
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Tex-Tech Industries, provider of high-temperature, high-performance specialty material and coatings, has completed the transaction for FMI.
Research in Japan demonstrates novel electrical pulse method for carbon fiber recycling
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Studies show that the direct discharge electrical pulse technique is highly effective in CFRP recovery and is more energy efficient than other recycling methods.
Production technology variety supports CFRP, GFRP and paper honeycomb component designs
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2025: BBG GmbH & Co. KG’s global reach and decades of experience provide a single source for molds, mold and press systems, as well as end-to-end production lines.
VIDEO: Collins Aerospace optimizes thermoplastics for aircraft parts
Jodee McElfresh | CompositesWorld
Collins Aerospace explains how thermoplastics are integral to the company’s efforts to improve propulsion and reduce costs in aircraft manufacturing. Featured is a nacelle system that will help meet production demand of 80 aircraft per month.
The American Injection Molding Institute Partners With PennWest University for Plastics Injection Molding Degree Program
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
AIM, alongside PennWest, announces a strategic partnership to develop a concentration in Plastics Injection Molding under the PennWest Associate of Applied Science in Applied Technology (AAS-AT) degree.
The Downloadable Metal 3D Printer
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
Copenhagen researchers introduce a fully open-source laser powder bed fusion system, now available on GitHub. This release follows their development of an open-source vat polymerization machine. Here is the purpose and promise of this philanthropically funded effort to advance AM application and adoption.
Nissei Expands US Subsidiary
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
The Japanese supplier of injection molding machines has added just over 30,000-ft2 to its San Antonio, Texas, facility with new infrastructure to support the building of presses with clamp forces up to 3,000 tons compared to 1,439.
Prices Generally Trending Upward for the Five Commodity Resins
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Scheduled and unscheduled production disruptions, and projected higher feedstock costs could be key factors.
#economics
Venta de autos híbridos y eléctricos crece 70.2 % en México
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
De enero a noviembre de 2024, las ventas de autos híbridos y eléctricos en México crecieron 70.2%, alcanzando 108,943 unidades según cifras del INEGI.
MMT Chats: Aligning Your People Strategy with Your Business
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Editorial Advisory Board member Marion Wells, founder of Human Asset Management discusses the why and how of developing a talent plan.
#workforcedevelopment
Mitutoyo Measurement Software Streamlines Inspection Process
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The integration of Metlogix M3 software into the Mitutoyo Quick Image 2D vision measuring system boost the precision and efficiency of noncontact measurements.
Cloverdale Paint, Celanese Offer Sustainable Paint Solutions
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Cloverdale Paint and Celanese partner to offer sustainable paint solutions created with carbon capture technology.
Surface Characterization Tool Enhances Appearance Measurement
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Rhopoint Instruments has launched the Aesthetix optical surface characterization tool which contains a camera that mimics visual surface perception.
Creció 1.1 % el volumen de la producción manufacturera en noviembre de 2024
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
De acuerdo con los datos del INEGI, en noviembre de 2024 y con cifras desestacionalizadas, el volumen de la producción de la industria manufacturera aumentó un 1.1 % en su comparación mensual.
Polyfuze Polymer Fusion Labeling for Extruded Products
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Polymer Fusion technology enables permanent labeling of polyolefins.
Urgency or Importance — Which Rules Your Day?
Miles Free | Production Machining
Poka-yoke your time — filter out the urgent so you can work on what is important.
Innovaciones en PVC para la sostenibilidad en industrias clave
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
El policloruro de vinilo (PVC) es un material versátil en sectores como la construcción y la medicina, y un pilar en la economía circular. Conozca cómo las tecnologías avanzadas de reciclaje y las prácticas de manufactura sostenible están transformando el uso del PVC, haciendo frente a las normativas ambientales y potenciando la eficiencia en industrias críticas.
Ecolana y Vida Circular unen fuerzas en pro de la economía circular
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La alianza de Ecolana y Vida Circular busca expandir la cultura del reciclaje con mapas interactivos, campañas educativas y herramientas accesibles.