DITF, Fiber Engineering highlight biodegradable natural fiber plant pot project

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Materials and fabrication process R&D achieves low-cost, compostable plant pots made from invasive hyacinth fibers and a thermoplastic matrix processed via hot press.

Phillips Precision CAD Library Features Fixturing Component Designs

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Phillips Precision Inc. has released a library of CAD models for its lineup of Inspection Arsenal fixturing components.

Bombardier begins manufacture of Global 8000 business jet

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Ultra-long range business jet featuring CMC-intensive engine and a range of 8,000 nautical miles is set to enter service in second half of 2025 as it remains on track for flight testing. 

Aura Aero builds presence in U.S. with Florida facility

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

Aura Aero selects Volusia County as the site of its manufacturing and assembly plant, with the goal of producing 100 19-seater hybrid-electric regional composite aircraft per year.

IMTS 2024: The Show Continues on IMTS+

Jessica Pompili | MoldMaking Technology

AMT shares highlights from IMTS 2024, as well as its digital community, IMTS+, which features live content captured at the show.

Upgraded Damping Mechanism Enables Performance Consistency

| MoldMaking Technology

Sandvik Coromant Company has upgraded the damping mechanism for its turning adaptors for a more consistent performance and improved surface finish during internal turning operations at long overhangs.   

AFRC, ATI Partner to Boost Aerospace Materials Innovation

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

ATI Inc. has joined the University of Strathclyde’s AFRC as a tier one member, aiming to develop metallic alloys that support sustainability in the aerospace sector.

Pushing Cold Spray to the Limits

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Startup HAMR Industries is pushing boundaries with cold spray additive manufacturing both at home and away. The company has modified and expanded the capabilities of its 3D printer at its Pittsburgh HQ, as well as demonstrated this technology’s potential to be deployed in the field. 

AIM3D patenta soluciones de manufactura aditiva en extrusión de pellets

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

AIM3D aseguró cuatro patentes para tecnologías de manufactura aditiva enfocadas en la extrusión de pellets termo-mecánicamente deformables y materiales de alta temperatura.

Maximize Your Racking Efficiency and Quality

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

Best practices for racking parts in surface finishing operations.

2025 Extrusion Conference Shifts to Standalone Event in Boston

| Plastics Technology

The annual technical conference organized by Plastics Technology magazine was scheduled to co-locate with the PTXPO trade show next March. Both events will now occur independently.

One-Step Metal Surface Preparation, Pretreatment

| Products Finishing

International Chemical Products aims to reduce the amount of time and money finishers spend on surface prep and pretreatment by delivering a one-step solution, Picklex 20.

Finding the Right Tools for a Turning Shop

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Xcelicut is a startup shop that has grown thanks to the right machines, cutting tools, grants and other resources.
#workforcedevelopment

Smithers Achieves Authorized C3PAO Status

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Smithers can now provide third-party assessments and certifications for companies for whom the Department of Defense requires CMMC level 2 certification.
#regulations

El sistema de manufactura inteligente de GF Machining Solutions potencia la producción

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

System 3R, de GF Machining Solutions, mejora la productividad en manufactura con soluciones avanzadas de automatización, referencia de herramientas y software fácil de usar.

ERP Scheduling Mode Saves Time

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Cetec ERP enhances scheduling with its Per Piece Scheduling Mode that saves time and advances individual pieces through production.

Okuma Lathe Features Rigid Construction for High-Accuracy Machining

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

Okuma America Corp. features the LB2000 EX III horizontal lathe, equipped with the OSP-P500 open-architecture control designed exclusively for Okuma machines.

Laser Technology "Turns" into a Turning Tool

Lori Beckman | Production Machining

This new technology uses a laser to act as a cutting tool to "turn" parts from solid barstock. This high-speed precision turning machine is especially useful for micromachining, enabling high accuracy for small, complex parts that are often delicate and difficult to machine when implementing conventional turning processes.

Understanding the Elusive Nature of Mold Ventilation

| MoldMaking Technology

A personal journey of lessons learned about the challenges of poorly designed, understood and executed mold venting.

Braskem y WEAV3D son galardonados por compuestos termoplásticos

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Braskem y WEAV3D ganan premios de SPE y ACMA por su innovación en materiales compuestos ligeros y sostenibles para la industria automotriz.

AMB 2024 premia innovaciones técnicas en el sector metalmecánico

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Conozca los ganadores del AMB Award 2024 que premia las mejores innovaciones en automatización, digitalización y sostenibilidad en el sector metalmecánico. Seis ganadores y dos premios especiales.

Gratitude and Recognition for All Involved

| Valve Magazine

Celebrating achievements, industry Support and future growth