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Solenoid Valves: Direct-Acting Versus Pilot-Operated
| Valve Magazine
During a recent training session with VMA members, one of the most frequently asked questions I get from people came up: What’s the difference between direct-acting and pilot-operated solenoid valves (SOV), and how do we choose between them?
IMI Acquisition Expands its Industrial IIoT Capabilities
| Valve Magazine
TWTG, a manufacturer of wireless products and solutions across industries, acquisition broadens IMI’s capabilities.
Considerations for Machining Coolant Care
John Miller | Modern Machine Shop
Coolant care can be simply managed if you know where to pay attention and which hazards to look out for.
7 Takeaways on 3D Printing As a Pathway to Polymer’s Future
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
The Cleveland section of SPE hosted “Additive Manufacturing: Printing the Path for the Future” on October 17, 2024. Speakers signaled where AM is and where it is headed with session topics ranging from pellet-based 3D printing to qualification and commercialization of additively manufactured products.
Arburg Open House Emphasizes Turnkey Capabilities
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Held at the company’s U.S. headquarters in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, the event featured seven exhibits, including systems that were designed, sourced and built in the U.S.
Bucci features 20-inch center lock version of carbon fiber wheel
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
Bucci Composites introduces new carbon fiber wheel option for high-performance automotive applications.
RoMaNi 2 project enhances industrial robot flexibility for composites, metals machining
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Newly developed milling kinematics on a linear axis enables versatile and efficient machining with up to 0.1-millimeter production tolerance.
Tata Advanced Systems, Airbus inaugurate C295 final assembly line in India
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Final assembly line supports program for self-reliant defense manufacturing in India, with first composite C295 roll-out targeting 2026 and ramp up of 40 aircraft by 2031.
Arceon closes investment round for advanced materials growth
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
Tenzing Alpha is investing in the material science startup to support Arceon’s creation of materials including composites for harsh environments.
Nlcomp is selected as a World Sailing award finalist for rComposite
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Third World Sailing award nomination highlights the company’s focus on marine innovation using sustainable composite materials.
Natilus announces Horizon blended wing body CFRP aircraft for 200-passenger narrowbody market
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Following its Kona cargo aircraft with 460 pre-orders, this larger all-CFRP model responds to airlines’ request to fill Boeing and Airbus gap with 25% less weight, 40% greater capacity and 50% less carbon emissions, to enter service by early 2030s.
Changes Coming For How You Access MMT Content
Sarah Barnett | MoldMaking Technology
MMT has started asking new readers to share their contact information to access premium editorial content.
Lathe Offers Affordable Access to Multi-Axis Turning
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
Hurco Companies Inc.’s lathe lineup, the TM8MYi was built to fill the gap between Hurco’s general purpose TM Series and high-performance TMX Series of turning centers.
Episode 49: An Interview with Darren Williams, Professor of Chemistry
| Products Finishing
PF Senior Editor Lori Beckman interviews Parts Cleaning Conference co-chair, Darren Williams. They discuss highlights from the 2024 conference, industrial parts cleaning trends and current regulations.
#regulations
Custom Molder Applies Polymer, Metal 3D Printing for Productivity Gains
Peggy Malnati | Additive Manufacturing
Custom injection molder Westec Plastics Corp. uses 3D printed end-of-arm tooling for automation as well as inserts printed in metal.
MachineMetrics Monitoring Software Supports Production Schedules
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
MachineMetrics uses data synchronization and real-time monitoring of production to help keep schedules current and to reflect actual shopfloor conditions.
DRYCON Industrial Filament Dryer Offers Dual-Chamber Capacity to Customize Drying Conditions to Enhance Part Quality
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
BigRep’s DRYCON filament dryer for industrial-strength parts is a 3-in1 machine designed to deliver consistent filament conditions for better and repeatable print quality, lower costs per part, and enhancing part strength and durability.
Gaia Biomaterials’ Compostable Material to Be Used in Drinking Straws
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Evanesce will produce the first 7.5 million straws in the U.S. with Gaia’s Biodolomer
Diez recomendaciones clave para la industria manufacturera
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Como parte del Informe mundial sobre la industria manufacturera 2024, la World Manufacturing Foundation destaca diez recomendaciones clave para este sector de cara al futuro.
ABB Robotics Sponsors MassRobotics to Accelerate Automation Innovation
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
By equipping MassRobotics with its advanced cobots, ABB aims to facilitate the creation of new and impactful solutions that address real-world challenges across various industries.
A Systematic Approach to Process Development
| Plastics Technology
The path to a no-baby-sitting injection molding process is paved with data and can be found by following certain steps.
Connection, Learning and Innovation: The Power of Industry Events
| Valve Magazine
Industry events help us learn, connect and grow and everyone should try to be more involved.