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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.
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.
Horn Milling Tool Features Modular Design for Quick Changeovers
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The DG modular interchangeable head milling system optimizes the interface between the cutting head and shank for greater versatility, stability and higher changeover precision.
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.
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
Weingärtner Presents Vario⁺ for High-Quality Tool Production
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Machine concept improves upon legacy designs for screws and helical parts manufacture, opening up new customer segments via more compact footprint, same high performance.
Fighting Dust and Noise in Regrind Operations
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Mayhew Basque Plastics implemented lower speed granulators to deal with challenging materials.
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.
Factores que influyen en el aprovechamiento del nearshoring
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Según un informe del Banco de México, para consolidar el proceso de relocalización como oportunidad de crecimiento, es importante atender a distintos factores, como el estado de derecho.
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.
2 Secondary Coordinate Systems You Should Know
Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop
Coordinate systems tell a CNC machine where to position the cutting tool during the program’s execution for any purpose that requires the cutting tool to move.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.