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.

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.

Belzona coatings expand composite leading edge protection, lifespan

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

Belzona highlights the use of Belzona 5711 and 5721 to extend the lifespan of 42 wind turbine blades in Denmark facing severe erosion.

AIM3D announces Voxelfill resolves inhomogeneous strength of 3D printing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Validation of 80-100% tensile strength and comparability to injection molding via Voxelfill extrusion process was achieved through plastic and fiber-filled test series.

PAL-V flying car passes PTI, becomes road-legal

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

The PAL-V Liberty flying car continues to demonstrate stringent safety and roadworthiness standards as it enters its last stage of air certification.

Expansion of Drilling Line Enables Increased Penetration Rates

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

Allied Machine and Engineering announces the expansion its T-A Pro replaceable insert drilling line into the Y series. The expansion gives machine shops using high-speed steel twist drills and conventional style tools the opportunity to increase penetration rates and maximize tool life.

Coating Applicator Reaches 60-Year Milestone

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Orion Industries Ltd. supports aerospace, defense and other industries.

Okuma America Plans to Open Global Service, Repair Facility

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

Okuma America Corp. announces its plans to create a global service and repair facility, set to open in Charlotte, North Carolina, in 2025.

Additive Technologies for Injection Mold Tooling Ride Tailwinds

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Lowering barriers to additive manufacturing adoption in toolmaking.

Los centros de torneado multitarea de Mazak disponen de control estabilizador

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Mazak presenta los centros de torneado multitarea HQR 200/3 NEO y HQR 250/3 NEO, equipados con el control Mazatrol SmoothG3 para operaciones simultáneas con tres torretas.

Airtech and Ascent Aerospace Collaborate to Promote Additive Manufacturing Tooling in Aerospace, Defense

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

By combining Airtech’s high-performance materials and Ascent’s production capabilities, the companies aim to support the adoption of polymer composite additive tooling to some of the most demanding applications and customers in the world.

Meximold 2024 impulsa la industria de moldes en México y América Latina

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Expertos destacaron el potencial de México en moldes y herramentales durante la presentación de Meximold 2024, evento que se llevará a cabo los próximos 9 y 10 de octubre en el Querétaro Centro de Congresos.

Dapra Opens Technology and Production Center in Michigan

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Located in Macomb, Michigan, this new facility supports Dapra’s focus on indexable milling solutions.

Rego-Fix Toolholder Enables Aggressive Turning Operations

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The PG48 toolholder is designed for large-diameter tools and dynamic machining applications.

Impresora 3D para aplicaciones industriales exigentes

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Alpin de México presenta en Meximold 2024 la impresora 3D FUNMAT HT, de Intamsys, diseñada para cumplir con los requisitos de las industrias aeroespacial, automotriz y médica, gracias a su capacidad para manejar polímeros de alta temperatura.

Xolo Xube² Offers 3D Volumetric Printing for Creating Intricate, Highly Detailed Structures

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Xolo’s volumetric 3D printing technology with its xolography process enables the creation of high-precision, layer-free 3D structures at remarkable speeds, driving research advancements in optics, biomedical applications and more.

Certified Gel Timers Offer Reliable Results for Various Materials

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Certified Gardco Precision Gel Timers provide accurate gelation testing for materials like epoxies and plastics, with CE certification and a user-friendly digital interface.

Streamlining aerospace composites operations with RFID tracking

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Tier 1 Sekisui Aerospace’s implementation of RFID tracking, sensors and Xemelgo software at two of its production facilities led to increased productivity, eliminating bottlenecks and reducing labor costs.

From Mold to Medical: Precision Engineering in Advanced Tooling and Injection

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

The MMT Team hit the road to visit Matrix Plastic Products Inc. in Wood Dale, IL— where moldmaking, injection molding and assembly happen with surgical precision.

Precision Machining Technology Review: September 2024

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s September 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Expand Machinery, Paperless Parts, Monaghan Tooling Group, Walter USA and more.

First Tech Days Session Launches Tuesday

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

New technologies in injection molding will be the focus of the first session, featuring four speakers and topics ranging from AI and dual-mold processing to reimagined injection units.

Taiwan Promotes Industrial Advances at IMTS 2024

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop

Taiwan has taken a decisive step towards strengthening its presence in the global machinery market at IMTS 2024, with more than 60 Taiwanese companies participating in the event held in Chicago.