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Proponen tasa cero de IVA a plásticos biodegradables
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
La propuesta legislativa busca fomentar el uso de plásticos biodegradables mediante incentivos fiscales.
Symplast lanza serie Symflex F con propiedades retardantes de llama
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
En Fakuma 2024, Symplast lanzó la serie Symflex F, elastómeros avanzados con retardancia a la llama, adecuados para diversas aplicaciones industriales y normativas de seguridad.
OSG amplía la gama de fresas para múltiples aplicaciones
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
OSG presenta nuevas opciones de fresas para acero endurecido, materiales no ferrosos y mecanizado de alta dureza.
The pursuit of energy efficiency in composites manufacturing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
In an increasingly energy-driven world, technology developments are being sought after to reduce energy consumption in composites manufacturing, further translating into waste reduction and other efficiencies.
Monaghan Reaming Tool Reduces Tool Changes
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Diatool’s custom, three-step monoblock reamer features uneven spacing of cutting edges, which produces highly cylindrical and round bores at faster feed rates.
Mazak Event Targets Job Shop Production
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Discover More With Mazak event — which features live cutting demonstrations, automation technology and application displays — takes place from May 6-8, at the company’s Midwest Technology Center in Schaumburg, Ill.
T. J. Davies Retention Knobs Feature Corrosion Resistance
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
PMTS 2025: The company’s retention knobs are magnetic particle tested and then pull tested to 2.5 times the pulling force of the drawbar it is designed for.
Frisa Steel inicia operaciones en Nuevo León
| Modern Machine Shop México
En su nueva planta, Frisa invirtió 350 millones de dólares para producir barras de acero al carbono, aleadas, inoxidables y de grado de herramienta.
How I Made It: Craig Cegielski
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
Craig Cegielski tells us about the founding and successes of student-run manufacturing business Cardinal Manufacturing and offers advice for setting up a student-run manufacturing business in your own school district.
#workforcedevelopment
3D Printed Putter Inspires Innovation in Additive Manufacturing: The Cool Parts Show Update
Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing
In our recent livestream celebrating 5 years of the show, we discussed Wian van Aswegen’s future endeavors in additive manufacturing, as well as the expansion of Nelson Mandela University’s additive engineering group. Here is that update or see the original episode:
An Opportunity by Design
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
At the very moment that intensifying public pressure pushes the plastics industry to address waste in the environment, the sector is stepping up to reclaim the valuable materials it’s created.
Stratasys Direct Achieves ISO 13485 Certification
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
Certification addresses the critical regulatory requirements, removing barriers to adoption and enabling medical device manufacturers to scale production reliably while accelerating innovation, reducing costs and improving patient outcomes.
#regulations
Italian greentech startup highlights rCF solar panels
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2025: Levante is attending JEC for the first time, demonstrating its composites engineering expertise through presentation of semi-rigid composite solar panels targeting mobility and outdoor applications.
WH Lipex introduces lab and pilot-scale testing stations
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Fiber-forming system’s compact design, advanced features and modular expandability supports fiber and sizing application R&D for academic research or industrial development.
Wagner Introduces Digital Intelligence in Powder Coating
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Wagner presents Flowsense, a smart system available as an optional upgrade on all new Wagner PXS powder centers.
Innovations deliver improved composite bonding, sealing and structural reinforcement
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2025: L&L Products is exhibiting newly announced and proven technology solutions for composites fabricators, addressing core, adhesive and sealant needs.
How Gas Flow Helps the Laser | Understanding Laser Powder Bed Fusion
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
While the use of inert gas prevents oxygen interaction, the flow of this gas performs a valuable function as well: It clears the air for the laser. Part of a series of videos on laser powder bed fusion filmed by looking at an open-source additive manufacturing machine.
Simpler Electric Extruder Drive for Reciprocating-Screw Machines
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
A new electric drive for the extruder screw from Velocity Equipment Solutions (VES) is said to be simpler and more energy-efficient. It’s retrofittable on reciprocating-screw blow molders from any supplier and is available on new custom-built machines from VES.
Nikon Inspection Systems Provide Stable, Micron-Level Measurement
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Nikon’s NEXIV VMF-K Series is a high-performance video measuring system that is said to significantly improve measurement throughput.
Why Add TASC to Your List?
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
TASC 2025 takes place in Indianapolis this August. Attendees will be able to learn automation strategies from their peers: All information—no bluster.
Expanding your horizons at new industry events
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
This year CW is considering the strategic advantages of market-focused events for manufacturing professionals that step outside the norm of the team’s usual haunts.
TUV Rheinland Expands PFAS Testing Capabilities
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Arkansas laboratory can detect and characterize per and poly fluorinated compounds.