All-Electric Injection Molding Machine Line Expands

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Fakuma 2024: Engel unveils new e-mac 500 with “High” clamping drive and encapsulated toggle-lever mechanism.

BOFA Rebrands as Donaldson BOFA

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The rebranding is to closer align with its parent company and reflect its global reach.

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.

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.

Crashworthiness testing of composites: A building block approach, Part 1

Dan Adams | CompositesWorld

Determining the crashworthiness of composite structures requires several levels of testing and analysis, starting with coupon-level crush testing.

A Chance Encounter: MMT 30 Under 30 Honorees Unite

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Imagine our surprise when two MoldMaking Technology 30 Under 30 honorees from different years crossed paths! Moments like these remind us of the tight-knit community within this specialized niche of manufacturing.

Las perillas de sujeción Fixtureworks proporcionan un bloqueo seguro del husillo

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Las perillas de sujeción de Fixtureworks, que permiten un bloqueo y desbloqueo seguro del husillo con una sola operación, ofrecen comodidad y sujeción ergonómica.

How to Decrease the Extrudate Temperature in Single-Screw Extruders

| Plastics Technology

In many cases, decreasing the discharge temperature will improve product quality and perhaps even boost rate. Here are ways to do it.

LNS Bar Feeder Enables Rapid Changeovers

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The Quick Load Servo 65 servo drive enables accurate positioning at high speeds without losing contact between the pusher and bar stock.

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.

Verisurf Software Features Optimized Metrology Workflows

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Verisurf 2025 includes optimized workflows for inspection, reporting, reverse engineering, tool building and guided assembly.

National Manufacturing Group unveils C3 Molding

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

National Manufacturing Group features its C3 Molding process for FRP molding, offering the surface cosmetics of thermoplastics, the versatility and strength of fiberglass and compression molding cycle times.

Composites One announces CEO transition and succession plan

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Leadership succession strategy, which includes a new CFO appointment and creation of a new CCO role, is expected to bolster Composites One’s role in the industry for the foreseeable future.

A Tooling Workshop That Was Worth a Visit

Derek Korn | Production Machining

Marubeni Citizen-Cincom’s tooling and accessory workshop at IMTS 2024 offered a chance to learn more about ancillary devices that can boost machining efficiency and capability.

MMS México reconoció a sus aliados en los últimos 10 años

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

En el marco de Meximold 2024, Modern Machine Shop México celebró su décimo aniversario, rindiendo homenaje a los líderes y organizaciones que han acompañado su trayectoria en el sector metalmecánico.

Beehive Industries Is Going Big on Small-Scale Engines Made Through Additive Manufacturing

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

Backed by decades of experience in both aviation and additive, the company is now laser-focused on a single goal: developing, proving and scaling production of engines providing 5,000 lbs of thrust or less.

ABB Robotics Sponsors MassRobotics to Accelerate Automation Innovation

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

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.

La suite de software de inspección optimiza la planificación y ejecución de inspecciones

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Inspection Planner Suite, de Verisurf, proporciona una solución completa y flexible para la planificación y ejecución de inspecciones e integra capacidades CAD/CAM 3D y soporte para sistemas de sondeo en CMM CNC.

Insight Polymers & Compounding Unveils New Conductive Products Line

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

The new conductive products line will also be produced for injection molding and extrusion.

Meximold 2024 concluye con éxito y supera expectativas de asistencia y participación

Marcela Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Meximold 2024 se consolidó como la plataforma clave para la industria de moldes en México. La feria regresará en 2025 al Querétaro Centro de Congresos, los días 22 y 23 de octubre. 

Ceratizit Milling Tool Enables Dynamic Positioning

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

Ceratizit USA’s FreeTurn tool is designed to provide dynamic turning capabilities with its slim, axial structure.

NPE2024 logró el 100 % de reciclaje de materiales plásticos

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

NPE recicló un total de 516,160 libras de materiales plásticos gracias a la colaboración con socios, establecienfo nuevos estándares de sostenibilidad.