Aibuild’s AI-Powered 3D Printing Software Offers Enhanced Capabilities for Automating Entire AM Process

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The Aibuild platform delivers fully automated toolpath generation for a wide range of industrial AM technologies.

Sumitomo Turning Grade Improves Chipping Resistance

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Sumitomo introduces its AC8115P custom steel turning grade, designed to improve chipping resistance.

High-Feed Cutting Tools Offer Longer Reach, Stable Cut

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

IMTS 2024: Horn USA Inc. offers tool systems, such as its DAH cutters, designed for high-productivity, cost-efficient machining processes.  

Guidance for the thermoforming process

Louis Dorworth | CompositesWorld

A briefing on some of the common foam core material types, forming methods and tooling requirements.

Energy Transfer and Sunoco Announce Permian Basin Joint Venture

| Valve Magazine

The joint venture combines respective crude oil and water gathering assets in the Permian Basin.

Custom hydraulic presses feature consistent automation control

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2024: Sutherland Presses presents its durable servo hydraulic press, featuring the I-Press and automation Control system for operational consistency. 

CUBIC project updates reinforce focus on bio-based composites development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Work is currently underway by project coordinator Aitiip and consortium partners innovating various polyamide, carbon fibers and epoxy resins as part of its goal to replace petroleum-based derivatives in automotive, energy and beyond.

EOLIAN kicks off bio-based wind blade development

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

EU project will develop bio-based, repairable and recyclable vitrimer composites and advanced sensors for highly reliable, sustainable wind blades. 

Teadit Receives Certification of Standard Achievement

| Valve Magazine

ASME U-stamp certification is assigned to pressure vessels meeting set standards.

Avoiding Powder Coating Defects on TGIC-Free Metallic

| Products Finishing

ChemQuest’s Kevin Biller shares how to omit pinholes and voids when powder coating. 

Optimizando la manufactura con el Internet de las Cosas (IoT)

Peter Zelinski | Modern Machine Shop México

El Internet de las Cosas simplifica la automatización con sensores de bajo costo, conectividad rápida y almacenamiento en la nube. Descubra a través de un caso práctico en Georgia Tech cómo los fabricantes pueden aprovechar esta tecnología para optimizar procesos.

Alianza estratégica entre ANIPAC y PT México para impulsar a la industria

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

La reciente alianza estratégica entre ANIPAC y Plastics Technology México busca fomentar el crecimiento sostenible de la industria del plástico en México, promover el reciclaje de plásticos y potenciar la diseminación de información, contenido y recursos de utilidad para los industriales del sector.

Techmer PM Becomes Supplier in Additive Manufacturing and Simulation Consortium

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Technical polymers design firm will supply Purdue University collaboration.

Axalta Completes Acquisition of The CoverFlexx Group

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

Axalta Coating Systems finalizes the acquisition of The CoverFlexx Group, expanding its product range and market reach in the North American automotive coatings sector.

AI: The Next Big Thing in Plastics Processing

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

Discover how artifical intelligence is revolutionizing plastics processing. Hear from industry experts on the future impact of AI on your operations and envision a fully interconnected plant.

2024 Top Shops Honorees Announced

| Modern Machine Shop

Modern Machine Shop Recognizes Excellence in Manufacturing with Annual Award 

Transportadores cerrados Volkmann para impresión 3D evitan el riesgo del polvo metálico

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Volkmann presenta transportadores de polvo metálico para impresión 3D que cuentan con un diseño a prueba de explosiones.

MMT Chats: Award-Winning 2024 Mold Apprentice of the Year

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Adam Conley of Omega Tool Inc. was recognized as the Apprentice of the Year – Moldmaking by the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Div. (MTD).
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Video: Orbit X Pro Football Helmet Uses 3D Printed Lattices

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

The lightweight helmet from Xenith will be used by NFL and collegiate football players beginning in fall 2024.

Index Corp. Turnkey Solutions Provide Flexible Manufacturing Performance

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

IMTS 2024: Index's C200 FANUC features powerful twin spindles that achieve rapid material removal.

Robot-Ready Laser Marking Machines Hit the Show Floor

Lori Beckman | Modern Machine Shop

Laser Marking Technologies LLC (LMT) is highlighting its robot readiness not only in its booth but also in its customers’ booths and partners Universal Robots and FANUC booths. 

VMC Helps Avoid Imperfections in Molds During Processing

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

IMTS2024: Hwacheon Machinery America Inc. highlights its Sirius-Um+ machinery, designed for the hard milling of complex applications including those for mold and die.