Confronting the Mold Design Talent Drought
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Recently, I reposted on LinkedIn the results of an informal survey we conducted, which revealed a shortage of skilled mold designers. It quickly gained a lot of traction. Given the response, I thought I'd summarize the feedback and keep the conversation going.
#workforcedevelopment
Hitachi Energy refuerza su capacidad de producción en Norteamérica
| Modern Machine Shop México
En México, la empresa invertirá 70 millones de dólares en una fábrica de transformadores de distribución, mientras que en Estados Unidos la inversión será de 85 millones de dólares.
TPEs with 60% Postconsumer Recycled Content
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Teknor says its new Monprene R6 CP-10100 series reduce carbon footprint by up to 36% while maintaining translucency for vibrant colors
A Balancing Act for Differential Gaging
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
Differential gaging measures using two devices, which has advantages over standard, comparative measurements using a single sensing head. These include the ability to measure size without regard to position.
Changes Coming to How You Access PT Content
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Plastics Technology has started asking new readers to share their contact information to access premium editorial content.
Production Machining and the Changing Media Landscape
Derek Korn | Production Machining
New to the Production Machining brand? Here’s how we make accessing our premium content simple for you.
Liquid Chrome Vs. Chromic Acid Flake
| Products Finishing
Contemplating how to continue offering chromic acid services in an increasingly stringent regulatory world? Liquid chrome products may be the solution you’re looking for.
#regulations
Unisig Operating System Enhances Productivity for Small-Diameter Gundrilling Machines
Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop
Unisig introduces a next-generation operating system, featured on its UNE6-2i-750-CR small-diameter gundrilling machine, suitable for a range of applications, including medical part manufacturing.
Acero y aluminio para moldes
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
Ellwood México participó en la feria Meximold, presentando su gama de productos y servicios, así como su enfoque en calidad e innovación para la industria.
Open house Arburg: más que una máquina
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Durante el Open House celebrado por Arburg en Querétaro la compañía reveló innovadoras soluciones digitales y servicios integrales para la Industria 4.0.
Okuma America Plans to Open Global Service, Repair Facility
Jessica Pompili | Production Machining
Okuma America Corp. announces its plans to create a global service and repair facility, set to open in Charlotte, North Carolina, in 2025.
La pulidora de disco Grizzly proporciona un lijado eficiente de piezas de trabajo grandes
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
La pulidora de disco G0967, de Grizzly Industrial, que combina versatilidad con un motor de 2 CV y velocidad variable, ofrece un lijado potente y preciso para trabajos grandes.
Purple Basil 2025 Color of the Year
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
PPG unveils purple basil as its 2025 Color of the Year, a bold shade reflecting global social and cultural trends, featured in the Kinetic color palettes.
Making an effort to move industry forward
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
A reflection on the insights, connections and collaboration afforded by attending composite industry events like SPE ACCE and CAMX.
Particle Technology Enhances Metallic Coatings
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Akzonobel’s powder coatings offer metallic finishes with patented particle technology, featuring zero VOCs and sustainable reuse of overspray.
Coatings Enhance Adhesion on Recycled Plastic Devices
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
AkzoNobel introduces coatings for consumer electronics made from recycled plastics, offering strong adhesion, low VOC emissions and sustainable curing technologies.
ShopGuru Software Supports Organized CNC Machine Operations
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
IMTS 2024: ShopGuru’s digital work instruction software offers a robust, secure solution that can enhance machining efficiency and accuracy.
People in composites: September 2024
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
Keyland Polymer Material Sciences, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, Lingrove, Space Walker and Charles Ross & Son Co. issue appointments and announcements related to the composites industry.
Agreement provides framework for commercial aerospace tech research
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
RTX’s Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and TU Delft enhance collaboration on high-speed intelligent inspection systems to enhance composite materials development, hydrogen propulsion, industrial design and more.
CompPair, Composite Recycling create recycled fiber roof scoop for Objectif Dunes rally buggy
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
CompPair and Composite Recycling introduce a roof scoop made of recycled fibers to an eco-efficient rally buggy, which channels airflow to the engine for optimal, sustainable performance.
Toray Advanced Composites introduces Cetex PESU thermoplastic
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite targets full circularity in aircraft interior applications, with FST, impact resistance and toughness features.
Asahi Kasei launches Lastan flame-retardant nonwoven for EV battery packs
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Optimal protection against flames and particle blasts, the oxidized acrylic fiber material is suitable for various EV battery pack components to protect against thermal runaway events.