Test Bed Builds Up Robotics Research at Carnegie Mellon University

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

At Carnegie Mellon University’s Manufacturing Futures Institute, researchers use a robotic test bed where AMRs deliver Lego bricks to robot arms for assembly to study AI, multirobot collaboration, assembly, safety and more.

SML presenta EcoCompact II para extrusion de película stretch

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La EcoCompact II de SML ofrece tecnología de film estirable con hasta 7 capas, opciones de nanolayer y un winder de 8 ejes para mayor flexibilidad.

Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation (PEO): A High-Performance Coating for Light Metal Alloys

| Products Finishing

Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation (PEO) offers an innovative approach to high-performance coatings for light metal alloys, providing superior alternatives to traditional hard anodizing. The process transforms the surface of metals like Al, Mg and Ti into a robust oxide layer with customizable properties, tailored for demanding applications in aerospace, semiconductor, and industrial manufacturing.  

Strategic Mold Cooling: Optimizing Molding Quality and Cycle Efficiency

| MoldMaking Technology

Proper cooling is crucial in molding, yet often overlooked. Discover proper cooling methods to prevent defects and improve efficiency.

Nano Dimension Develops Advanced Software, Resin and Printers for Micro 3D Printing

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Formnext 2024: The Fabrico 3.2 software for Fabrica micro 3D printers is said to deliver improved print times of up to 70%, while the Ataru resin is engineered specifically for digital light processing 3D printers. Also, the Admatec series of 3D printers have the capability to 3D print advanced, complex technical ceramics.

People in composites: October 2024

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CRP USA, Fives Machining Systems, Web Industries, UD-CCM, Exel Composites and Lockheed Martin have made appointments related to the composites industry.

Tackling Common Cleaning Challenges

| Products Finishing

These four cleaning problems have practical solutions that, when followed properly, can be successful. 

iNOEX presentó en NPE2024 innovaciones en medición de extrusión

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

iNOEX mostró en NPE2024 su tecnología de medición avanzada para la industria de extrusión, incluyendo sistemas para tuberías, perfiles y control de calidad.  

Control Panel Helps Manage Centrifugal Blowers

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Designed for easy installation and scalability, the Control Panel simplifies blower management.

Sandvik Coromant Parting, Grooving Concept Improves Stability, Chip Control

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

Sandvik Coromant’s CoroCut 2 with -RF geometry is designed for secure and high-precision profiling, eliminating the trade-off between chip control and optimized surface finish.

B!POD adopta polipropileno de Sabic con plástico oceánico

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La colaboración entre Sabic y B!POD emplea polipropileno con plástico oceánico recuperado, contribuyendo a la economía circular.

AESF Heritage: SUR/FIN 2000 – European Academy of Surface Technology Throwing Power Measurement: The Assaf Cell

| Products Finishing

A throwing power cell is described in detail, which can be used as a small jig and positioned in an electroplating tank. This Assaf Cell is particularly useful for simulating small recesses, typically through-holes found in printed circuit boards.

Aprendiendo los diferentes matices del mecanizado de cinco ejes

Derek Korn | Modern Machine Shop México

Campbell Engineering se beneficia de un nuevo giro en el concepto de sujeción de trabajos Tomsbtone, el cual permite que uno de sus HMC desarrolle mecanizado 3+2 para reducir los desechos al tiempo que soporte las necesidades de volúmenes más altos para sus clientes de la industria médica.

CJ Biomaterials Hires Leah Ford as Director of Marketing

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

Ford has background in biopolymer technology having worked for PLA bioplastics supplier NatureWorks.

Coated Titanium Anodes for Trivalent Chrome

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

MMO-coated anodes, being insoluble and dimensionally stable, ensure a consistent surface finish for years of use, even in complex geometries or recessed areas.

Ejector Delay Unit for Two-Stage Demolding

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Hasco’s Z1725/… ejector delay unit enables two-stage ejector demolding so sprue and part are cleanly separated through a coordinated ejector movement.

From Process Monitoring to Quality Prediction Software

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Even before inspection, Datanomix and Caron Engineering’s TMAC AI can extrapolate part quality from cut information. This information also helps shops push their tool life to its limits.

Extrusora monohusillo con ranuras internas en el barril

| Plastics Technology México

En este artículo se explica el funcionamiento de una novedosa extrusora con ranuras a todo lo largo de la sección de plastificación.

La impresora de metal AM DED de Nidec ofrece una gran capacidad de fabricación

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La LAMDA5000, de Nidec Machine Tool Corp., amplía las capacidades de manufactura aditiva DED y permite la producción de componentes metálicos de gran tamaño con alta precisión.

CNC Data libera el sistema de gestión de talleres

Matt Danford | Modern Machine Shop México

El monitoreo de la máquina evoluciona de una herramienta de seguimiento del progreso a un elemento fundamental de cotización, programación y planificación de procesos.

Grand Top Sun coloca la primera piedra de su planta en León

| Modern Machine Shop México

Con una inversión de 55 millones de dólares, Grand Top Sun inició la construcción de su planta para abastecer a la industria automotriz.

Estrategias para reducir la adherencia en moldes de inyección

| Plastics Technology México

El desgaste del molde y la adherencia de las piezas constituyen retos en el moldeo de polímeros agresivos, resultando en pérdidas económicas considerables. A través de recubrimientos nanocompuestos, como los DLC, es posible optimizar los procesos, extendiendo la vida útil del molde.