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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.
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.
ICYMI: January Roundup
Sarah Barnett | Plastics Technology
In case you missed it, here’s a short recap of the articles that our readers are taking note of.
Röhm amplía su portafolio sostenible con PLEXIGLAS proTerra M5
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Röhm presentó en Fakuma 2024 el PLEXIGLAS proTerra M5, un material sostenible con 30 % de PMMA reciclado, mejorando la huella de carbono sin sacrificar rendimiento.
MMT Chats: Mastering Mold Shop Sales Strategies
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Learn to navigate empowered buyers, balance technical skills and relationships, customize onboarding, foster team collaboration and measure sales success.
Metal Finisher Partnership Creates Sweepstakes
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Steelhead Technologies and Calvary Industries have partnered to launch the Tides of Steel Sweepstakes, enabling job shops to win over $60,000 in prizes.
Micro Tooling Key to Polymer Seal Machining
Derek Korn | Production Machining
A global supplier of seals in Belgium uses custom micro cutting tools with very sharp edges to help ensure optimal performance of its polymer sealing solutions.
Ley de Plásticos de Sinaloa entrará en vigor hasta 2027
| Plastics Technology México
El Congreso de Sinaloa aprobó extender el plazo para el uso obligatorio de plástico reciclado en envases de bebidas hasta 2027.
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.
A Data-Driven Guide to Manufacturing Performance Benchmarking
Patrick Smith | Gardner Intelligence
Discover how top manufacturers achieve industry leading quality rates and on-time delivery through data-driven benchmarking.
TUV Rheinland Expands PFAS Testing Capabilities
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Arkansas laboratory can detect and characterize per and poly fluorinated compounds.
LG Electronics invertirá 100 millones de dólares en Tamaulipas
| Modern Machine Shop México
El plan de inversión de 100 millones de dólares de LG Electronics tiene como objetivo ampliar sus líneas de producción en la planta de Reynosa.
Spirit AeroSystems shareholders approve acquisition by Boeing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Confirmed takeover, expected to close mid-2025, is Boeing and Spirit’s next step toward improving commercial aircraft production.
Dream Chaser spaceplane passes NASA testing milestone
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Sierra Space aircraft joint test confirms powered payload capabilities necessary for its inaugural mission to the International Space Station.
REGENT breaks ground for RI Seaglider Manufacturing Facility
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
All-electric Viceroy seaglider will be fabricated, assembled and tested in an environment with close ties to composites expertise, coastal testing and strong naval conditions.
Sumitomo invests in composite railroad tie manufacturer Evertrak
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Partnership to support building sustainable railroad infrastructure in the U.S., replacing traditional wooden ties with those made with recycled plastics and fiberglass.
Dummy Safety Coupling Enables Solution for Open Temperature Control Systems
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
Hasco now offers its dummy safety coupling Z825HT/… as a simple solution for the reliable closure of open temperature control systems.
PTXPO Broadens Educational Opportunities
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Beyond gleaning contacts and information by walking its bustling aisles, the third edition of the Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO) will present attendees the opportunity to gather more than information on the latest technologies, they can also bring back knowledge.
Phillips Precision Announces Leadership Transition
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Phillips Precision’s founders, Cathy and Steven Phillips, are passing the baton to Samson Kay, who assumes the role of majority owner and operator.
Simplicity Meets Function in Starrett Programmable Indicator
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
Programmable, touchscreen-controlled indicators like Starrett’s W4900 can perform a wider range of tasks than either dial or traditional digital counterparts while proving simpler to use.
Arterex Acquires Italian Medical Device Provider
Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology
Arterex’s acquisition of Phoenix S.r.l. continues its growth mission to offer customers in North America and Europe diversified, high-precision medical device manufacturing solutions.
Grupo Medline invertirá 250 millones de dólares en Tamaulipas
| Modern Machine Shop México
La inversión de Grupo Medline se destinará para la construcción de una planta en Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas.