Integris Composites becomes U.S. Army FLRAA armor supplier

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New contract with Bell Texton Inc. will equip the Bell V-280 Valor with fit-for-purpose composite military armor.

Firefly Aerospace closes oversubscribed $175 million Series D raise

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The end-to-end space transportation company looks to its future launch, lunar and on-orbit services and capabilities.

Pyromeral quality certifications support CMC compliance requirements

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

ITAR and JCP certifications enable aerospace and defense customers to benefit from Pyromeral’s thermal management solutions.

Video: 3D Printed Hand Tools in Action on Pella Corporation Factory Tour

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Examples include an invention for quickly installing window and door weather stripping, a fitting for giving the proper angle to a nail gun, and a clip for which the color is an important feature.

Precision Machining Activity Mixed in October

Mike Shirk | Production Machining

Overall activity contracted, but some areas showed growth, including future business.

Powder2Powder Atomization System Upcycles Powder Waste and Enables Custom Powder Production for Additive Manufacturing

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Formnext 2024: The patented technology offers a complete solution for both recycling and custom alloy powder production.

Finishing Activity Contracting But Slightly Slower in October

Mike Shirk | Products Finishing

While new orders improved, materials prices continue to increase.

Video: Mold Component Technology Solutions Boost Sustainability

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Sustainable, productivity-boosting innovations for moldmakers, including stress relief, traceability and cooling solutions.    

The Basics of Rotary Broaching

| Production Machining

This broaching process creates a non-round shape on the inside or outside of a part with a broach tool.

Edge Technologies Moves to New Facility

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Spanning 113,500 square feet, the facility will centralize the company’s storage and distribution, as well as enhance operational efficiency.

How I Made It: Dennis Rymanowski

Eli Plaskett | Modern Machine Shop

Dennis Rymanowski has worked at NSH USA for 60 years, with his passion for manufacturing living alongside his passion for his family’s polka band.
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México: principal mercado de exportación para la industria de plásticos de EE. UU.

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

El informe anual de Plastics Industry Association resalta que México lidera las exportaciones de plásticos estadounidenses, alcanzando los USD 19.5 mil millones en 2023.

Buscan duplicar la industria de semiconductores en México

| Modern Machine Shop México

Durante el Foro de Colaboración de Semiconductores México-Estados Unidos se presentó el Plan Maestro para el Desarrollo de la Industria de los Semiconductores en México 2024-2030.

Addimetal’s K2-2 Metal Binder Jet System Features Compact Design, Large Printhead

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Formnext 2024: The machine features an open system enabling the use of non-proprietary binders to offer users greater material flexibility.

Corona AFX-2000 Beam-Shaping Laser Boosts Productivity for LPBF Additive Manufacturing

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Formnext 2024: The laser’s increased power results in higher productivity and lower cost per part, while maintaining the stability needed to produce high-quality parts.

Emuge-Franken's TIN Coated Thread Gages Improve Wear Resistance

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

Emuge-Franken USA expands its precision thread gages line with TIN  coated gages featuring 3B class-of-fit.

Endless ONE Continuous Fiber 3D Printer’s Open Material Compatibility Enables Customized Manufacturing

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Formnext 2024: Medium-scale printer works with continuous carbon fiber to deliver strength and lightweight properties for demanding structural applications.

Expo Plásticos 2024: eje en la sostenibilidad de la industria del plástico

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Expo Plásticos 2024 reunió a 13,000 transformadores y más de 1,000 marcas, destacando la sostenibilidad y la economía circular en la industria del plástico.

Leonardo Aerostructures can no longer wait on Boeing solution, explores carve-out, alliances

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

After continued reductions (-36-41%) in 787 production, this key supply chain link for fuselage sections and other composite parts looks at restructuring options for the Grottaglie facility and Aerostructures Division.

Dieffenbacher acquires Schmidt & Heinzmann composites business

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The acquisition, which includes all intangible assets of the business unit, will expand Dieffenbacher’s SMC delivery spectrum, enable potential for portfolio growth and synergies.

Spirit Q3 financial results raise concern of business viability

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Significant anticipated cash deficit and increased operating losses have raised doubts over the company’s ability to continue operations, leading to Boeing and Airbus loan advancements.

Boston Materials gains $13.5 million for Z-axis Fiber expansion, supply chain partnership establishment

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Boston Materials builds on its manufacturing footprint in the U.S., growing its composite materials deployment into semiconductor and aerospace markets.