Eastman obtiene la aprobación de reciclabilidad de RecyClass
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Ocho resinas de copoliéster de Eastman, incluidas sus versiones Renew, han sido aprobadas por RecyClass por su compatibilidad con el reciclaje de PET en Europa.
MAS presenta su extrusora de doble tornillo de 110 mm
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
La nueva extrusora MAS 110 ofrece hasta 6 toneladas/hora en reciclaje de PET, manteniendo la flexibilidad para compounding y extrusión de polímeros.
Selección de materiales para moldeo por inyección
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
La selección de materiales en el moldeo por inyección define la calidad, resistencia y funcionalidad de los productos finales. Factores como temperatura de procesamiento, propiedades mecánicas y resistencia química determinan el rendimiento del polímero en distintas aplicaciones. Elegir el material adecuado no solo optimiza costos, sino que garantiza la durabilidad y eficiencia del producto.
How to Build Out a Machine Shop for Submarine Parts
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
Five-axis large-format machining has given Granite State Manufacturing the ability to take on complex submarine parts — and has also worked as a recruiting tool for experienced machinists.
La industria manufacturera sigue aumentando su captación de inversión extranjera directa
| Modern Machine Shop México
La manufactura captó más de 19,000 millones de dólares de inversión extranjera directa durante el tercer trimestre de 2024, lo que representó el 51.6 % del total.
Is There a Better Way to Heat PET Preforms for Stretch-Blow Molding?
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
Is near-infrared (NIR) heating better, faster and more energy efficient? So far, only two machine builders are making such claims for NIR in place of standard mid-infrared preform heating, though their systems appear to be well accepted. Meanwhile, an altogether different alternative is in the works.
American CRS Expands Leadership Team
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
The metal finishing power supply equipment provider has added three members to its leadership team.
Quality Tool & Die Enhances Performance With Advanced EDM and Milling Technologies
| MoldMaking Technology
The adoption of Mitsubishi wire and sinker EDMs, along with the OPS Ingersoll five-axis milling machine with automated cells, has enabled unmanned operations and improved precision. As a result, QTD has expanded its facility, grown its workforce and increased its business by 10-15% annually.
Pipistrel announces first flight success with Nuuva V300
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Flexible logistic capabilities and runway independence will be further tested and demonstrated through the composite unmanned VTOL’s 2025 flight program.
Floteks Plastik establishes Type 4 tank company Pressura
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Automotive plastics manufacturer grows R&D activities in the EU and across Turkey, expands expertise into composite tank production for buses and trucks.
Filament winding, tape wrapping equipment focus on reliability, quality
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2025: Engineering Technology Corp. (ETC) is exhibiting everything from its filament winders portfolio to a new winder control system, emphasizing range, adapatability and high production quality.
PLEIADES project targets automated induction welding, vitrimeric formulations and digital supply chain
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
EU-founded project is supporting composite technology advancement for aerospace via automated manufacturing, integrated sensing, novel composite materials development and digital transformation.
Trinseo demonstrates DLFT, PC for electric vehicle battery packs
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The DLFT production process enhances polycarbonate’s performance qualities through high thermal stability that next-gen battery packs demand.
Formula 1 showcase car demonstrates future materials, manufacturing capabilities
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2025: SHD Composite Materials and KS Composites are exhibiting the collaboratively developed Sustainability Showcase Car, highlighting a commitment to low environmental impact composite solutions.
Michelman provides fiber sizing support for FibreCoat aluminum-coated basalt fibers
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
AluCoat, addressing applications requiring conductive and lightweight materials, integrates Hydrosize which provides the right balance of sizing for optimal processing, unlocking key fiber attributes.
Touch Sensity develops SHM tool for hydrogen tanks
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Based on its SensityTech technology, the sensor-less system provides a reliable and quick overview of a material’s internal state, detecting and anticipating future critical damage.
Exel Composites secures IATF 16949 certification
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The composites manufacturer secured this key automotive certification for its Joensuu facility after numerous workflow enhancements, positioning it for product trials and scaling up production.
MORPHO advances structural prognostics, health monitoring and composites manufacturing efficiencies
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
EU project concluded in January 2025, delivering on its goals to enhance aerospace industry performance and sustainability through real-time monitoring, intelligent control systems and innovative recycling techniques.
Altair opens submissions for 2025 Altair Enlighten Award
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
This award annually spotlights companies achieving innovations that advance the sustainable, lightweight design of automotive applications. Companies can submit until June 16, 2025.
Embry-Riddle Installs First Lithoz CeraFab Multi in the US for Advanced Lunar Exploration Systems
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
The multi-material printer for high-performance ceramics will support research at
Embry-Riddle in aerospace and lunar exploration technologies.
Zero Tolerance Receives Xact Metal's 150th Metal 3D Printer
Jann Bond | MoldMaking Technology
Xact Metal delivered its 150th metal 3D printer to Zero Tolerance, a growing plastic injection mold machine shop.
Horn Drilling System Features Specialized Wear Protection
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The D1122 solid carbide drilling system features a stable, straight cutting edge that reduces the formation of built-up edges.