How to Overcome Common Deep-Hole Drilling Challenges

| MoldMaking Technology

Producing deep holes effectively and efficiently is a challenging application that requires cutting tool solutions that offer predictable cutter life, accurate surface finish and repeatability.

Axalta Partners with CESVIMAP and the Move2Green Sustainability Program

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Axalta collaborates with CESVIMAP to bring the Move2Green program to refinish customers, providing sustainability assessments and actionable steps to improve environmental impact.

BYK-Gardner Appoints Dr. Jörg Krames as Managing Director

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

BYK-Gardner welcomes Dr. Jörg Krames as the new managing director, aiming to enhance its market leadership and propel business digitalization.

GKN Aerospace commits to Airbus SusWingS program

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Program will focus on sustainable, next-gen wing solutions, including in wing design and manufacturing and advancements in carbon fiber-reinforced composite materials.

Farnborough Airshow 2024 brings together aerospace innovation, collaboration

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The week-long international airshow provided a hub for new announcements made by Boom Supersonic, Airbus, Boeing, GKN, GE, ZeroAvia, Eve, Bell, VoltAero, Eve and Lilium. CW has compiled several below.

3D Printers, Laser Welders Target Mold Production, Repair

Jessica Pompili | MoldMaking Technology

IMTS 2024: Trumpf introduces a larger version of the TruPrint 2000 3D printer, as well as automated arc welding, laser welding and 3D laser marking technologies, noted for their use in tool and die.  

SAMPE Europe welcomes Tamara Blanco as vice president

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Female vice president for 2024-2026 brings extensive background in composite materials, including with her current position as Airbus’ multifunctional composites expert. 

AGY, UST Mamiya enhance Olympics equipment via fiberglass vaulting poles

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Integration of S2 glass reinforcement into pole brand ESSX support elite U.S. pole vaulting athlete performance and safety during this year’s Olympic Games.  

GKN delivers composite wing, booms for Supernal eVTOL

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Key deliveries include the complete composite wing assembly in June and booms anticipated by end of July, in anticipation of upcoming flights and 2028 commercial service.

TFP, TFP Hydrogen Products rebrand to James Cropper

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Realignment of composites and hydrogen subsidiaries under an Advanced Materials Division strengthens James Cropper’s new growth strategy via a unified identity and vision.

CGTech Software Update Features Interactive Capabilities

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

CGTech releases version 9.5 of its independent Vericut software, designed with a custom tool summary, heat display, interactive simulation timeline and more.

Lyndex-Nikken Introduces Automation Solutions for CNC Machine Tending

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Lyndex-Nikken Inc. introduces its line of EZ-Automation products, including the EZ-AutoCart, for additional efficiency and cost-effectiveness, without the need for robotics or automation skills.

Sandvik Coromant Exhibits Holistic Machining Services to Minimize Error Potential

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Sandvik Coromant is displaying an array of technology and holistic services intended to remedy error potential in every step of the manufacturing process. 

Perspectivas desde el Segundo Encuentro de Recicladores de ANIPAC

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Los avances y desafíos en la industria del reciclaje de plásticos fueron abordados durante el Segundo Encuentro de Recicladores de ANIPAC, que se llevó a cabo en Toluca, Estado de México. La integración y unidad de la cadena de valor, así como el marco legal serán clave para el progreso del sector.  

Active core molding: A new way to make composite parts

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Koridion expandable material is combined with induction-heated molds to make high-quality, complex-shaped parts in minutes with 40% less material and 90% less energy, unlocking new possibilities in design and production.

Digitalization and Done-In-One Reign Supreme at BIEMH 2024

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

European manufacturers may have a different balance of markets than their U.S. counterparts, but the practical challenges they must overcome are often similar — as are the solutions.

Ricoh’s All-In 3D Print Offers Comprehensive On-Site 3D Printing Solution

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

This managed service offering expands Ricoh’s additive manufacturing (AM) capabilities by providing a holistic, single-source way for manufacturers to harness the power of AM, enabling innovation, lowering the cost of product prototyping and bringing ideas to market faster.

Ohio-Based Startup Rebrands as Vixiv

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The beta version of the company’s software addresses only weight reduction applications, while future versions will address other design goals.  

Honeywell destaca beneficios de la adopción de la inteligencia artificial industrial

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

La productividad, la flexibilidad y la seguridad de los trabajadores se citan como los principales beneficios de las aplicaciones de la IA.

Big Daishowa Cutting Tools Enable High-Efficiency Machining

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Big Daishowa highlights its Big-Plus BBT series of diameter cutting tools, with extended length and optimized performance for grooving and shoulder milling.

Platinum Tooling Knurling, Marking Tools Increase Accuracy

Jessica Pompili | Production Machining

IMTS 2024: Platinum Tooling displays Quick knurling and marking tools from Hommel & Keller.

CoreTechnologie añade una biblioteca de texturas al software 4D_Additive

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

CoreTechnologie equipó su software de impresión 3D, 4D_Additive, con una biblioteca especial de texturas que cumple con las directrices VDI 3400 sobre normas de textura.