Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies' Laser Enhances Deposition Process

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Ambit EHLA head, designed to enhance corrosion and oxidation resistance to armoring wear surfaces.

Video: 3D Printed Tooling Eases Cobot Integration

Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing

At NPE 2024, Universal Robots and EMI Corporation highlighted how 3D printed end effectors, fixtures and more enable adoption of collaborative robots.

Dow presenta resinas recicladas Revoloop en Plastics Recycling LATAM

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Las resinas Revoloop de Dow, creadas en colaboración con recicladores locales, refuerzan la cadena de valor del reciclaje y promueven la sostenibilidad.  

Bernal Industrial destaca sistemas de reciclaje de MAS en PRL

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Bernal Industrial presenta las extrusoras de doble tornillo y el sistema de limpieza en seco MAS DRD en Plastics Recycling LATAM 2024.

Nova Chemicals obtiene carta de la FDA para LLDPE reciclado mecánicamente

Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México

Nova Chemicals recibió una Carta de No Objeción de la FDA para su polietileno de baja densidad lineal reciclado (rLLDPE) producido en Connersville, Indiana, lo que permite su uso en aplicaciones de contacto con alimentos.

Craftsman Cribsheet No. 129: How to Beat the Heat

David Wynn | Production Machining

Shops tend to heat up in the summer. Here are some tips for staying cool in the warmer months.

Robots Kuka ayudan al fresado automatizado, la AM y la fabricación de piezas

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Kuka Robotics presenta una variedad de soluciones automatizadas que pueden agilizar el procesamiento de piezas y aumentar el rendimiento general de la producción.

Meximold Tech Preview: tendencias en inyección y colada caliente

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Meximold 2024, llevará a cabo este evento virtual los días 7 y 8 de agosto, en el que presentará las últimas tendencias en inyección de plásticos y sistemas de colada caliente como adelanto a la feria presencial en octubre.

Quick Mold Change and LSR Tooling Trends

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

In this short but informational MMT Chat, MMT Editorial Director, Christina Fuges, sits down with Roembke Mfg. & Design Inc.’s Business Development Manager, Adam Shaal, to talk about a quick mold change solution, LSR tooling and the future moldmaker. 

Siemens inaugura planta de producción en Querétaro

| Modern Machine Shop México

La fábrica Kaizen de Siemens se especializa en la producción de paneles para el control de electrificación de diferentes industrias.

Vertical Aerospace releases new VX4 prototype, begins initial testing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Initial powered ground tests are underway for the U.K.-built composite eVTOL vehicle, ahead of a more robust flight program with CAA Permit to Fly approval.

Electra hybrid aircraft test flights prove eSTOL capabilities

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The composites-intensive Goldfinch took off and landed in under 150 feet in an off-runway environment for DOD missions.

Airbus A321XLR receives EASA type certification

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Single-aisle equipped with CFM LEAP-1A engines is meant to bring long-range flight opportunities to customers. Entry into service starts at the end of summer 2024.

CAEATFA grants Archer approval for electric powertrain facility ramp-up

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The $117 million award, believed to be CAEATFA’s largest to date in AAM, will support Archer’s planned expansion of battery pack and aircraft production facilities intended to support eVTOL commercialization.

Hybrid Machine Tools Continue to Make Gains

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Supply chain challenges plus improved ease of use bring increased attention to hybrids. Plus: A playlist of hybrid video.

Finisher’s ‘Top Shop’ Status Attracts Business

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

This competitive California finisher made it a goal to become a PF Top Shop. After earning the recognition, the company experienced an immediate increase in business and a challenge to obtain certifications. 

Meximold Tech Preview: vistazo a las tecnologías para la manufactura de moldes

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

La organización de Meximold 2024 realizará un evento virtual gratuito, los días 7 y 8 de agosto, en el que se presentarán algunos avances tecnológicos en máquinas-herramienta y fabricación de moldes, como preámbulo a la feria presencial de octubre en Querétaro.

Estudiantes de CETYS crean correas para reloj con plástico HDPE

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Los estudiantes de CETYS Universidad en Ensenada desarrollan innovador proyecto de reciclaje, transformando plástico HDPE en correas para relojes inteligentes, combinando ingeniería y sostenibilidad.

How I Made It: Trevor Hirschi, Instructor, Bridgerland Technical College

Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop

Student, operator, instructor, shop owner — Trevor Hirschi’s many roles have enabled him to understand both the technical and creative sides of manufacturing.
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Compact Laser Systems for Precise Plastic Marking

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

FOBA’s new V-Series boasts more power, increased precision and a smaller size than comparable systems.

June 2024 Financials

Rick Kline, Jr. | GROW

June was another great month! We exceeded our budgeted revenue by $45,000 and our EBITDA (Earnings before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization) or free cash flow was about $125,000 better than our Proforma (adjusted expectations).

Autodesk CAM Software Simplifies Part Programming

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: Autodesk Inc. is exhibiting its complete portfolio, including Autodesk Fusion, a cloud-enabled software that provides AI-driven CAM programming tools, multi-axis machining strategies and more.