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.