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.

Shoulder Milling Cutter Line Expanded With Additional Sizes

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Walter USA LLC expands its shoulder milling cutter selection to handle a wide array of operations and materials to boost productivity.

Tier 1 Automotive Supplier Achieves ROI on Metal 3D Printer Within 6 Months

Peggy Malnati | Additive Manufacturing

Mahle acquired a laser powder bed fusion machine from Xact Metal to alleviate interruptions to its internal machine shop and reliance on suppliers for manufacturing aids. 

CP Cone, Plate Viscometers Built for Precision, Consistency

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Units feature a robust direct drive motor and an electronic cone lift for precise and consistent results.  

Kennametal Turning Tools Enhance Small Part, Medical Machining

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

TopSwiss Micro Boring Solid tooling and KCU25B turning inserts are well suited for the small parts and medical machining space.

Industrial Resin Recycling Diversifies by Looking Beyond Automotive

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Recycler equips for new business in medical, housewares and carpeting.

PowRgrip Responds to Three Tooling Trends

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

Rego-Fix’s PowRgrip tooling system has expanded over the past 20 years to incorporate a wider range of tool sizes, as well as automation.

El CECyTEQ y Robert Bosch Automotive firman convenio para fortalecer la educación dual

| Modern Machine Shop México

Robert Bosch Automotive invertirá 2.2 millones de euros en la creación de un centro de formación especializado.

AESF Heritage: SUR/FIN 2000 – European Academy of Surface Technology: Copper Micro-electrodeposition: The Influence of Different Additives on Growth in Microprofiles

| Products Finishing

This is a republished paper presented during SUR/FIN 2000 in Chicago, Illinois, part of the European Academy of Sciences (EAST) Seminar.

2024 Most-Viewed Products

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

A comprehensive dive into 2024’s most-viewed products, as revealed through MMT's analytics. This review highlights the most popular products, ranging from technologies, services, softwares and more from this past year. 

Aurora Material Solutions Acquires Lastique International Corporation

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

The company will use the platform to expand sustainable product offerings.

Braided thermoplastic composite H2 tanks with co-consolidated molded boss areas to fit EV battery space

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

BRYSON project demonstrates possible designs, automated manufacturing and low permeability concepts, including EVOH liner and novel PPA matrix.

Kuka AMR maximiza la eficiencia en entornos de producción compactos

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La KMP 600P de Kuka es ideal para espacios reducidos gracias a su avanzada maniobrabilidad y carga inductiva para operación continua.

Bulk-Bag Filler Equipped With Pallet Dispenser

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Between 14 and 16 pallets can be loaded for staging into the pallet dispenser.  

Anduril joins Archer for hybrid VTOL military aircraft development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The companies’ first product from this partnership, aided by an additional $430 million raised by Archer, is planned to be a hybrid-propulsion VTOL that will target a potential program of record from the U.S. DOD.

Expanded End-to-End Injection Molding Capabilities to Benefit Moldmakers

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

MD&M West 2025: Protolabs has expanded its injection molding capabilities with the introduction of full-service production.  

Sailboat y Asahi Kasei innovan en materiales para baterías

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La nueva planta de Sailboat en Jiangsu utiliza COâ‚‚ y tecnología de Asahi Kasei para producir EC y DMC, reduciendo la huella de carbono en baterías.

A 100-Year-Old Measurement Tool That is Still Used Today

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

The reed mechanism was a breakthrough in high-precision measurement and is still used today for sub-micron or even nanometer resolution applications.

MMT Chats: What Exactly Is a Fractional CFO and How Do I Hire One? Part 2

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

MMT Editorial Director Christina Fuges discusses exactly how a Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) can empower small business owners to overcome the complexities of financial management. 

Safety Air Gun Offers Variable Force for Industrial Use

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Exair’s TurboBlast Safety Air Gun is designed to tackle the toughest cleaning and blowoff applications in industrial settings.

Plastics Technology Year in Review: Your Favorite Reads of 2024

Sarah Barnett | Plastics Technology

A year-end review of the top stories showcasing industry trends, advancements and expert insights. Revisit the articles that captured the attention of the plastics community.