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Another PLA World-Scale Supplier Is Bound to Affect Global Availability, Pricing
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
SS Royal Kit Emirates and Global Biopolymers form Emirates Biotech venture to produce PLA.
Carbon fiber, bionic design achieve peak performance in race-ready production vehicle
Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld
Porsche worked with Action Composites to design and manufacture an innovative carbon fiber safety cage option to lightweight one of its series race vehicles, built in a one-shot compression molding process.
Cold cutting equipment designed for carbon fiber
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2024: Sheffield, a producer of highly accurate cutting machines, highlights its C-503 model machine made to cut carbon fiber, fiberglass and even natural fibers.
GKN Aerospace expande sus operaciones en Chihuahua
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Las instalaciones de GKN Aerospace se enfocarán en el ensamblaje de estructuras aeroespaciales con materiales compuestos y en la fabricación de sistemas de interconexión de cableado eléctrico.
A User-Created Canned Cycle for Porting Tools
Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop
FANUC’s version of parametric programming, Custom Macro, enables you to create your own canned cycles tailored to whatever the application requires.
Blum-Novotest Measurement Software Accelerates Automation
Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2024: Blum-Novotest announces the FormControl X measurement software, which includes an alignment function that can interact with unmanned operations and in cooperation with robotic solutions.
FABTECH Launches Emerging Leaders Program
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
FABTECH launches its 2024 Emerging Leaders Program to cultivate leadership skills in young professionals.
Kaast Machine Tools' Solutions Enable Precise, Efficient Machining
Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2024: Kaast Machine Tools Inc. is performing live demonstrations of several of its manufacturing solutions, including a vertical machining center, a cold saw and more.
Being "Present in the Moment" is Key to Learning
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
To truly learn, we need to put away our phones and listen to the person at hand.
Omax Waterjet System Improves Efficiency, Precision
Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2024: The Omax OptiMAX 60X waterjet system, equipped with optimized software and cutting capabilities, provides efficiency in production and precision.
Novel Air Ring Solves Gauge Variations for Film Processor
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Crayex installs Addex gauge-controlling air ring built for rotating/oscillating dies on a problematic line and notices dramatic improvement in thickness variations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.