What You Need to Know About Leader Pins and Bushings

Jim Fattori | Plastics Technology

There’s a lot more to these humble but essential mold components than you might suspect. Following the author’s tips could save much time, money and frustration.

Gratitude and Recognition for All Involved

| Valve Magazine

Celebrating achievements, industry Support and future growth

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.

Guill Tool presenta la Serie 1000 de cabezales de extrusión

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La Serie 1000 de Guill Tool ofrece soluciones para extrusión en moldeo por soplado con opciones de capas múltiples, calentadores integrados y control de temperatura.

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.
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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.

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.

Paint Atomizer Reduces Paint Waste and CO2 Emissions

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

ABB launches the RB 1000i-S paint atomizer for efficient and sustainable paint shops. The paint atomizer increases transfer efficiency by up to 10%.

It Starts With the Part: A Plastic Part Checklist Ensures Good Mold Design

| MoldMaking Technology

All successful mold build projects start with examining the part to be molded to ensure it is moldable and will meet the customers' production objectives.

Industrial Spray System Drives High Production Rates

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Coval Technologies’ SP-HV industrial sprayer uses a separate air compressor to drive the pump, ensuring high efficiency and reliability.  

ECORES WIND builds on wind blade circularity initiatives

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Latest Horizon Europe project seeks to introduce innovative circular resins combined with advanced disassembly strategies, enabling cost-effective blade decommissioning and material reuse.

AAM startup Lilium to file for self-administered insolvency

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Two of its principal subsidiaries will file for insolvency and apply for self-administration, follows failed loan efforts from German parliament’s Budget Committee, Bavarian government.

MingYang completes 20-MW offshore wind turbine installation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The MySE18.X-20MW, located in China, becomes the largest single-capacity offshore wind turbine on the market.

U.K. composite experts join SCALE-UP project supporting net-zero automotive tech

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Advanced Propulsion Centre funding backs JLR, Helicoid, iCOMAT, Lineat Composites and others as they accelerate the growth of the U.K. automotive composite supply chain.

SGL Carbon carbon fiber enables German road bridge milestone

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A 64-meter road bridge installed with carbon fiber reinforcement is said to feature a first in modern European bridge construction, in addition to reducing construction costs and CO2 emissions.

Heat-Resistant Tool Steels Advance Die-Casting Applications

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Swiss Steel introduces its latest innovations in tool steels, showcasing significant advancements in heat resistance and durability for die-casting applications. In particular, advancements that address the extreme thermal stresses inherent in high-temperature production processes.  

Additive Manufacturing of Pressure Equipment

| Valve Magazine

How manufacturers can design and produce PED-compliant equipment using additive manufacturing. 

SGS Expands Testing Capability of PFAS in North America

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The testing is expected to enhance throughput and ensure better targeted remediation analysis.

Industry Profile: Phil Mahoney

| Valve Magazine

Valve Magazine talks with Phil Mahoney of A. W. Chesterton Company about his industry experience and what he does for fun.

Dillon Hard Jaws Enhance Small Diameter Machining

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

Dillon Manufacturing’s extra-long hard jaws feature extended reach, making them well suited for machining small diameters.

How to Achieve Automated Measurement With Advanced Touch Probes and Laser Systems

| MoldMaking Technology

A combination of lasers, probes and software help moldmakers automate in-process cutting tool and workpiece measurement.

Rösler Smart Solutions Service Digitizes, Enhances Mass Finishing and Shot Blasting Processes

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

RSS integrates digital technologies into existing manufacturing processes, making them more transparent, efficient and responsive, offering manufacturers tangible economic and operational benefits.