Pultruded CFRP chassis enables 36% payload increase for specialized commercial vehicles
Stewart Mitchell | CompositesWorld
CarbonTT’s quadraxial NCF composite chassis adds 185-kilogram capacity to Borco Höhns’ 3.5-ton Fiat Ducato market vehicle.
LK Metrology System Reduces Carbon Footprint of CMMs
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The EcoAir automatic shut-off unit interrupts the supply of compressed air to the CMM’s air bearings when the machine is idle, leading to substantial energy and cost savings.
Might an HMC Make Sense for Your Shop?
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Horizontal machining centers can be milling’s version of high-volume production. Here are three questions to ask yourself to determine if that equipment could enable your shop to diversify/expand its capabilities.
OSG Announces Leadership Changes
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Jeff Tennant has been promoted to the position of CEO, and Donna Gialo to the position of VP of marketing and operations.
Norton Abrasive Belts Provide Improved Finishing Performance
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The NORaX N889 belts feature an engineered, high-performance micron-grade aluminum oxide grain structured in a fine 3D pyramid pattern.
Hyliion Purchases M Line Additive Manufacturing Systems from Colibrium Additive
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
The KARNO generator expects to offer on-demand AC or DC power with high efficiency and a cleaner emissions footprint.
To Cushion or Not To Cushion: That Is the Question
| Plastics Technology
Whether or not your process setup includes adding cushion depends on multiple factors, including the part being molded. Learn when and how to effectively apply cushion in your process.
Online Tool Improves Mold Base Procurement Process
| MoldMaking Technology
Mold base configurator streamlines D&M Tool’s ordering process with speed and accuracy, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs and minimizing errors through quick, accurate and user-friendly mold base ordering.
Sorema mejora reciclaje de PE y PP con tecnología de desentintado
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Sorema y Coveris-ReCover mejoran el reciclaje de películas impresas con tecnología de desentintado, alcanzando calidad y sostenibilidad en envases alimentarios.
Episode 52: An Interview With John Clark, E & J Parts Cleaning
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
John Clark, president of E & J Parts Cleaning Inc., discusses continuous improvement pursuits including adding automated vacuum degreaser capabilities and implementing a paperless ERP system.
Colines, Gneuss y ExxonMobil desarrollan película con contenido reciclado
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Colines, Gneuss y ExxonMobil desarrollan películas stretch reciclables con alta calidad y claridad para aplicaciones exigentes.
Anduril to build Arsenal-1 hyperscale facility in Ohio
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The U.S. defense company, featuring platforms like the composite Fury AAV, has selected Columbus as its hub to rapidly ramp up autonomous military manufacturing.
Global trade association The Advanced Carbons Council launches
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Delivered by The Graphene Council, ACC’s mission is to connect and facilitate production, adoption and use of engineered advanced carbons. Those interested are encouraged to join the community.
SPE and Routsis Training Collaborate to Provide Workforce Development Solutions for Plastics Professionals
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
SPE announces a strategic collaboration with Routsis Training to provide plastics processors the opportunity to participate in Routsis Training's comprehensive workforce development solutions.
Vecoplan lanza plataforma digital para maximizar eficiencia
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Vecoplan presenta el Smart Center (VSC), una solución digital que mejora la eficiencia de máquinas y simplifica el mantenimiento con monitoreo en tiempo real.
Diseño y tecnología transforman el reciclaje de plásticos
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
El reciclaje no solo disminuye residuos: redefine el empaque plástico como un recurso reutilizable en la economía circular. En la pasada edición de Plastics Recycling LATAM, Steve Alexander, presidente de la APR, subrayó que, sin diseño hacia el reciclaje, incluso los mejores sistemas de recolección fracasan. La APR lidera estándares globales que optimizan la reciclabilidad, con casos de éxito en mercados clave como América Latina, donde la colaboración entre reguladores, empresas y recicladores impulsa nuevas tecnologías y fortalece la cadena de valor.
Automating Double-Flank Gear Testing
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
The form and surface finish of individual gears are becoming more demanding. Automated double-flank rolling tests are a particularly realistic measurement that simulates the behavior of the gears in operation.
Perstorp expandirá producción de ésteres sintéticos
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Perstorp avanza en la producción de ésteres sintéticos sostenibles, destacándose en sectores emergentes como la refrigeración de centros de datos y soluciones biodegradables.
Lissmac Grinding Machine Provides Versatile Surface Finishing Performance
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The EBSC grinding machine is capable of processing both tri-dimensional and flat parts, allowing for broader applications across various industries.
Navigating New Product Development for Moldmakers
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Strategies for moldmakers to effectively manage new product development projects, balancing customer expectations with technical realities.
Craftsman Cribsheet No. 135: ISO Material Groups: Stainless Steel
David Wynn | Production Machining
How to interpret the machinability of various forms of stainless steel.
Development of a composite liquid hydrogen tank for commercial aircraft
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Netherlands consortium advances cryogenic composites testing, tank designs and manufacturing including AFP, hybrid winding, welding of tank components and integrated SHM and H2 sensors for demonstrators in 2025.