Variable Nozzle 3D Extrusion Printer Uses VFGF Processing for Economical Large-Format Additive Manufacturing
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Formnext 2024: The QUEEN 1 offers large-volume 3D extrusion printing with a variable nozzle that works with a combination of detail mode and turbo mode, and applies the material layer by layer, like a typical 3D printer.
New ‘Eco-Audit’ for Your PET Bottle Lines
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
Sidel introduces a three-phase audit of environmental impact of PET stretch-blow molding operations.
Overall composites index contracting faster than previous month
Mike Shirk | CompositesWorld
New orders, production and prices components all improved over October, though the GBI is still seeing contraction.
#economics
Caracol Develops Vipra AM Robotic Metal DED 3D Printing Platform for Manufacturing Large-Scale Metal Parts
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Formnext 2024: The integrated DED metal platform for large-scale components combines hardware and software with advanced robotic monitoring and automation.
Los centros de mecanizado Fryer aumentan la estabilidad y el rendimiento
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Fryer Machine Systems lanza su serie TC de centros de mecanizado, construidos con una mesa fija de gran capacidad y opciones de husillo de alto par.
Cambiador automático de cuatro pallets con sistema Trunnion para optimizar procesos de mecanizado
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Midaco Corporation ha lanzado un cambiador automático de cuatro pallets con sistema Trunnion, diseñado específicamente para optimizar los flujos de trabajo en centros de mecanizado vertical (VMC). Este sistema se destacó en la reciente IMTS 2024, donde demostró su capacidad para mejorar la productividad eliminando tiempos de espera y aumentando la flexibilidad en trabajos de mecanizado de alta precisión y producción variada.
Octagon Face Milling Cutter Offers a Variety of Finishing Capabilities
| MoldMaking Technology
Walter USA LLC highlights its M2029 octagon face mill which boosts productivity when finishing cast iron and steel parts.
SK Industriemodell’s Technology Designed to Accelerate, Improve Development Cycles of Prototypes, Components and Products
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Formnext 2024: Technology enables the development of sophisticated components.
Manufacturing Marvels Spotlights RTT Engineered Solutions
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
The company says it is excited to demonstrate a behind-the-scenes look at its manufacturing.
MMT Chats: Sustainable Workforce Growth with the ATR Framework
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Join MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges as she discovers the benefits of eLearning, including promoting sustainability in moldmaking by reducing travel, minimizing waste and enhancing global workforce accessibility.
#workforcedevelopment
Replique Enhances 3D Printing Material Hub, Expands Production Network With Traditional Technologies
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Formnext 2024: Replique has also collaborated with several health care providers to develop 3D printed innovations such as a fully 3D printed containment valve and new rollator with a 3D printed frame.
Record Number of Industrial Robots in Use on US Factory Floors
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
More than 380,000 industrial robots were in action in U.S. factories in 2023, according to the new World Robotics report from the International Federation of Robotics.
The Symbiotic Relationship Between Robots and 3D Printing
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
In this episode of the AM Radio podcast, Robots & Autonomy Editor Julia Hider joins Additive Manufacturing’s Executive Editor Stephanie Hendrixson and Editor-in-Chief Peter Zelinski to discuss how robots and 3D printing enable each other.
Let Curiosity Be Your Guide
Matthew Kirchner | Production Machining
For those leading change and innovation, curiosity is a sought-after trait.
La industria de autopartes creció un 4.26 % de enero a agosto de 2024
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
La Industria Nacional de Autopartes pronostica una producción de 126,149 millones de dólares para finales de 2024, lo que supone un aumento del 4.90 % con respecto a finales de 2023.
OnLogic Partners With AI Development Specialists for Industrial AI Adoption
Jessica Pompili | Production Machining
OnLogic is partnering with AI development and implementation specialists to help companies use AI-powered solutions, aiming to drive real business value.
Empaques plásticos sostenibles y diseño funcional destacan en los premios Dow
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
En la 35ª edición de los Premios a la Innovación en Empaques de Dow se destacaron soluciones que representan un avance significativo en sostenibilidad y funcionalidad. Desde envases que integran materiales bio-circulares y diseños completamente reciclables hasta tecnologías avanzadas que optimizan el uso de recursos, los galardones reconocieron innovaciones que redefinen el empaque responsable.
Insights That Inform: The Power of Partnership
Jan Schafer | Gardner Web
Canon Virginia, Inc. and Gardner Intelligence joined to gain insights to what partnership means and how to develop beneficial partnerships that flourish.
High-Performance PPA for Next-Generation IGBT Semiconductors
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
BASF’s Ultramid Advanced N3U42 G6 is tailored to enhance robustness, long-term performance and reliability.
#electronics
Networking for Your Next Career Move or Coaching Someone Who Is? Why Specificity Matters.
Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing
I have totally changed my approach with jobseekers who reach out asking for career advice or networking assistance in finding their next role.
Fryer Turning Machine Features Large Swing in a Small Footprint
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The VT Series of large-swing vertical turret lathes can be configured for turning, milling, boring and grinding in a single machine.
How Additive Manufacturing Is Like Manufacturing in General
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
Two founders of a business leveraging binder jetting for contract production follow service, workflow and quality practices familiar to job shops and other conventional producers.