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ASTM International Selected to Lead Standardization Center of Excellence
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology tapped ASTM to lead a standardization center of excellence along with several other partners in the standards development environment.
#regulations
Machining Gets a Boost with 3D Printed Chuck Jaws
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
In its quest to produce more durable chuck jaws for a gear turning application, Alpha Precision Group discovered that metal 3D printing brought not only strength but also the opportunity to reduce the weight of this tooling.
Unifi lanza productos circulares de poliéster a partir de desechos textiles
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
Unifi presenta dos nuevos productos hechos de poliéster reciclado mediante su proceso Textile Takeback: un hilo de filamento blanco teñible y el aislamiento ThermaLoop que permiten reciclar al menos un 50 % de desechos textiles.
New Valve-Gate End Rings, Hot Runner Controls
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Fakuma 2024: Specifically developed for technical applications, Oerlikon HRSflow debuts new valve gate end rings for its Tp and Vp nozzles, as well as new T-flow and V-flow HRS controls.
Grob Announces Aerospace Technology Event
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
At the Aerospace Technology Day event — which takes place at Grob’s facility in Bluffton, Ohio, on November 19th, 2024 — attendees will see five-axis aerospace parts machined live, be able to consult with a panel of technical experts and more.
Globeius Acquires Plastixs
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
The Miami-based firm representing an array of plastics processing-related technologies has acquired the Massachusetts-headquartered supplier of manifolds, hoses, leak monitors, flow meters and more.
Innovating Workplace Culture in Precision Machining Companies
| Production Machining
The future of machining isn’t just about better equipment — it’s about better cultures. Here are some ideas that can help foster the healthy company culture you desire.
#workforcedevelopment
Kuka AMR Maximizes Efficiency in Compact Production Environments
Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop
Kuka Robotics Corp. presents the KMP 600P, a compact mobile platform intended to streamline efficiency in confined production environments.
How to Achieve the Best Mold Finish
| MoldMaking Technology
A look at factors that impact the polishability of tool steels and recommendations for obtaining a high-gloss finish.
Gema USA Announces Sales Manager Promotion
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Gema USA Inc. announces the promotion of Shawn Hayes to Sales Manager. Hayes will oversee the sales team, managing the U.S. and Canadian markets.
Zünd, Loop Technology partner on FibreLine preforming system
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Pairing Loop Technology’s automation with Zünd digital cutters provides faster cutting, less stray fibers, higher ply accuracy and more precise preforms for composite aerostructure manufacturing.
Queen’s University Belfast presents research in thermoplastic drilling performance optimization
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Researchers have published findings from a multi-objective optimization study on carbon fiber-reinforced PEKK drilling in an effort to better understand the material for use in aviation fastenings.
Composites support SKA Observatory radio telescope sub-reflectors
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Engineering company Eosol and composites developer Compoxi work together to deliver more than 250 4.5-meter composite dishes to construct two cosmos-focused telescopes.
Envalior launches Pocan PBT compounds range with bio-based BDO
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Used cooking oil is used as a base material for the PBT precursor and certified under ISCC PLUS. Recycled fiberglass content can be added for additional carbon footprint reduction.
CorPower Ocean secures funding to commercialize wave energy
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
CorPower Ocean announces significant investment in its wave energy technology that converts its motion into electricity via a filament-wound fiberglass buoy design.
Arris chosen by U.S. Army for study on continuous fiber insoles
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
Arris Composites has been selected by the U.S. Army to conduct a study regarding the use of continuous fiber composite plates in military boots.
EuCIA, EACP sign LOI to explore cooperation opportunities
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
EuCIA and the EACP have signed a letter of intent (LOI) specifying the principles of future collaboration, especially in the aerospace market.
ASTM International Selected to Lead Standardization Center of Excellence
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology tapped ASTM to lead a standardization center of excellence along with several other partners in the standards development environment.
#regulations
Arburg Freeformer 550-3X Features Gestica Planning Assistant for Easier Use
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Some of Arburg’s latest technology offerings include the Freeformer 550-3X with the Gestica planning assistant for easy use, as well as the TiQ 8 filament printer from innovatiQ which can process PEKK filaments, while the LiQ 5 can print liquid silicone rubbers using support material.
Data Fuels Robotics Research
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
At Mill 19, the site of the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute and Carnegie Mellon University’s Manufacturing Futures Institute, robotics data provides the foundation for AI and digital twins.
Chemical Company Awarded for Automotive Coating Concept
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
The monocoat simplifies the paint line of automobiles and the low temperature curing technology reduces energy consumption during manufacturing.
Production Machining's October 2024 News Highlights
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Production Machining’s October 2024 news highlights include new facilities, leadership promotions, manufacturing awards and more.