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An Unexpected, But Cool, Triple-Brand Alliance
Derek Korn | Production Machining
I never envisioned Gardner Business Media brands Production Machining, MoldMaking Technology and Plastics Technology would cover the same manufacturer in the same month no less. But it happened for our May 2024 issues.
From Ocean Plastic Prevention to Advanced Recycling: Highlights from the 2024 Plastic Sustainability Innovation Awards
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
The Plastics Industry Association announced winners in four categories, plus a Peoples' Choice Award.
Real-Time Mold Monitoring at NPE2024
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Progressive Components’ latest mold monitoring platform, the ProFile v4 asset tracking system, is showing actual mold data being collected and managed.
Established in Size Reduction, Avian Presents Washing Solutions for Recycling
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Avian Recycling Technology presents integrated recycling equipment solutions.
Latest Launches
| Valve Magazine
Valmet Launches DNAe, Next-Gen Distributed Control System
Valmet introduced its next-generation distributed control system (DCS), the Valmet DNAe.
Tungaloy Drill System Enables Modular Tool Assembly
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The DrillMeister exchangeable-head drill system is designed to improve machining efficiency and offer versatility in operations like pre-thread drilling.
Reciclaje de materiales desafiantes: Erema Intarema TVEplus DuaFil
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
En NPE2024, Erema es noticia con la presentación del sistema Intarema TVEplus DuaFil. Se trata de un sistema de doble filtración que permite reciclar materiales complejos y con altos niveles de contaminación y humedad.
Desayuno de mujeres en los plásticos fue éxito total en NPE 2024
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
Con más de 600 asistentes, NPE celebró el primer desayuno para mujeres en la industria del plástico. La conferencia magistral de Kerrie Greenfelder, directora de Ingeniería de la División de Agua de Burns & McDonnell, dejó una nota alta entre la comunidad femenina del sector.
Episode 44: Metal Finishing Legislative Day
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Products Finishing recently attended the Metal Finishing Association of California's annual legislation day event, which provides a forum for finishing operations in the state to voice their concerns to government officials. In this installment of On the Line, we learn more about the initiative and the key issues for California-based finishers.
#regulations
FEMIA busca ampliar la base de proveeduría nacional
| Modern Machine Shop México
En la ciudad de Querétaro, la Federación Mexicana de la Industria Aeroespacial realizó el seminario “Sé Proveedor Aeroespacial” con el fin de dar a conocer las oportunidades de negocio.
Gardner Business Index - April 2024: 48.1
Jan Schafer | Gardner Intelligence
The Gardner Business Index (GBI) contracted in April to the same degree as March.
Würth Additive Group presenta Digital Inventory Services
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Würth Additive Group lanza servicios de inventario digital para agilizar la cadena de proveedores digital.
NIAR adds flight test facility for eVTOL aircraft testing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
In addition to providing a controlled environment for conducting restrained eVTOL aircraft operation, NIAR provides material development and other testing options.
Purdue, Wabash National collaborate on composite trailer that recaptures its own energy
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
An experimental trailer that harvests its own electricity from vibrations, heat and airflow is anticipated to make trailers worldwide more sustainable and energy-efficient.
Cryomotive prepares CcH2 storage for demonstration on heavy-duty trucks
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Cryogas system is based on carbon fiber towpreg wrapped Type 3 inner tank at 400 bar storing 38 kilograms of CcH2.
Zoom-Enabled Optical 3D Scanner Made Flexible for Inspecting Complex Molds
| MoldMaking Technology
Hexagon delivers the SmartScan VR800 structured light scanner, providing the flexibility for 3D part inspection via a software-adjustable variable resolution functionality.
Aitiip concludes HELACS project with waterjet cutting demonstration
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Novel platform involving digital twin and human-robot collaboration succeeded in cutting a component from the 19th section of an A350 wing, highlighting its ability to enable composite structure recycling.
Mejzlik Propellers is the main propeller supplier for Dufour Aero2
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Carbon fiber fixed-pitch propeller blades are customized for the drone’s lift and cruise requirements, adds to the aircraft’s already extensive composites use.
PT, MMT Announce Leadership Changes
| Plastics Technology
Jeff Sloan is named brand manager of PT; Dale Jackman assumes same role for MMT. Tony Deligio to succeed Jim Callari as head of PT’s editorial efforts.
Dynamic Tool Corp. Wins MoldMaking Technology’s 2024 Leadtime Leader Award
Christina Fuges | Plastics Technology
Dynamic Tool Corp., a provider of engineered tooling solutions based in Menomonee, Wisconsin, has been awarded MoldMaking Technology’s prestigious 2024 Leadtime Leader Award. The announcement was made during a live awards ceremony at the Plastics Technology booth, where owners Steve and Ken Eberle accepted the award on behalf of their team.
Kick Back at the Beer Garden (and Other Places to Recharge)
| Plastics Technology
Need to recharge after a productive visit to the show floor? Find the perfect spot here.
Arthur Eichengrün: Pioneer of Cellulose Acetate Manufacturing Processes
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology
Explore the legacy of Arthur Eichengrün, a trailblazer in 20th-century chemistry and materials science, whose achievements reshaped both medicine and the plastics industry. His groundbreaking contributions led to his induction into the prestigious Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024.