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PUR composite sandwich panels for 3D automotive parts, high-volume panels and more
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
At its U.S. sites, Ascorium produces glass fiber/PUR 3D parts via semi-automated molding, high-volume flat panels via a continuous line while working toward bio-based PUR and recycling.
Production Machining's December 2024 News Highlights
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Production Machining’s December 2024 news highlights include apprenticeship and training programs, new facility openings and more.
Prioritizing Safety in a Cleaning Environment
| Products Finishing
Liquid and powder cleaning chemicals as well as acids deserve special attention for storing and using these products. Focusing on safety is crucial for facilities that use cleaners and the employees who handle them.
Revalora presenta GreenPallet, pallets fabricados con plástico reciclado
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
GreenPallet, de Revalora, redefine la gestión de residuos plásticos, ofreciendo una solución eficiente y sostenible para transporte y almacenamiento en Chile.
Smooth Operators: Vibration Compensation Improves Robot Performance
Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop
Ulendo is working to apply its vibration compensation algorithm to robots. This application is more complex than its initial market of FFF 3D printers, but could result in faster, cheaper robots.
Packaging Converter Adopts PE-Based Vacuum Skin Packaging (VSP) for Food Applications
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Videplast and ExxonMobil collaborated on the development of this cost-effective VSP film solution that contains no ionomers.
C-Sert Permanent Repair Inserts Benefit Injection Molding Press Platens
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
PCS Company is now offering C-Sert Thread Repair inserts for permanent thread repair of injection molding press platens and other equipment.
Inside a High-Volume CNC Shop Powered by Custom Shop Management Software | Machine Shop Tour
| Modern Machine Shop
How does a CNC machine shop meet the demands of high-volume aerospace and medical manufacturing? In this shop tour, Hirsh Precision Products showcases how their custom production management software integrates with the shop floor to drive efficiency, quality control, and traceability — and serve as the backbone of their AS9100 and ISO 13485-certified operations.
Renishaw Announces Passing of Co-Founder, Sir David McMurtry
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Sir David founded Renishaw in 1973 with John Deer to commercialize the 3D touch-trigger probe for coordinate measuring machines. He went on to be named on over 200 patents for Renishaw innovations.
Protech Group Acquires Caldwell Chemical Coatings
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
The Protech Group has acquired Caldwell’s industrial coatings business and assets, maintaining operations in Fayetteville, Tennessee.
VIDEO: Optimizing Mold Measurement with CMMs
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Portable, shop-ready CMMs enhance precision, speed, and efficiency.
Craftsman Cribsheet No. 134: ISO Material Groups: Steel
David Wynn | Production Machining
How to interpret the machinability of various forms of steel.
Luis Azúa, presidente electo de FEMIA para el periodo 2024-2026
| Modern Machine Shop México
El ingeniero Luis Manuel Azúa Sánchez, director general de Bell México, fue elegido presidente de la Federación Mexicana de la Industria Aeroespacial, cargo que asumirá en febrero de 2025 tras la ratificación.
How Additive Can Complement Subtractive Manufacturing
John Miller | Modern Machine Shop
Think of additive and subtractive as complementary processes, rather than being in opposition.
VIDEO: Precision fabrication of honeycomb materials
Jodee McElfresh | CompositesWorld
MachineTek showcases its precision fabrication of honeycomb materials at CAMX 2024.
3D Printed Inconel Sleeve Protects Critical Valves from Thermal Shock
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Valve manufacturer Velan has developed a double-walled sleeve using lattices as thermal insulation to protect critical severe service valves from thermal shock and stress.
Skydweller Aero continues AMPA flight tests with operational military payloads
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Autonomous maritime patrol aircraft (AMPA) testing prepares the composite platform for operations in 2025, ensuring it can operate effectively over land and offshore environments to serve government and commercial needs.
Composites-intensive Perseverance rover makes Jezero Crater milestone
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Since its landing on Mars in 2021, NASA’s rover has completed four scientific campaigns. Its fifth campaign up to the crater rim, a location of geologic interest, will further aid scientists’ understanding of Mars’ past formation.
ACMA releases statement on EPA actions on styrene designation
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Styrene, a substance relied on in many manufacturing operations, has been identified as one of five candidates for designation as high priority risk evaluation under the TSCA.
McClarin Composites partners with ExxonMobil to accelerate high-speed RTM
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
Multimillion-dollar investment to drive next-gen automated RTM technology will open new applications and markets for composites OEMs.
USPTO issues patent for fully circular thermoset resin, stems from UC Santa Barbara Research
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Fully cured thermoset resin solubilizes on demand and under benign conditions, allowing for up to 100 wt% recovery of fibers in composites, including carbon fiber. The circularity is driven by a bio-based alternative to BPA.
AML3D Opens US Tech Center with Advanced AM
Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing
AML3D Limited announces its U.S. technology center in Stow, Ohio (‘Stow’) is now fully operational.