Breaking News From NPE2024

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

Here is a firsthand report of news in injection molding, extrusion, blow molding and recycling not previously covered.  

JTEKT HMCs Improve Unattended Machine Performance

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: JTEKT’s FH5000 HMC with pallet pool expands unattended machine productivity.

Raise3D’s Hyper Core Filament Line Offers Increased Heat Conductivity for Rapid Melting and Cooling

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Raise3D has also launched its Pro3 HS Series which enables higher speed printing with composite materials to meet demanding engineering and manufacturing needs. The series includes the Pro3 HS, Pro3 HS Plus, Pro3 + HUK3 and Pro3 Plus + HUK3.

Kirk Winstead Appointed President of TRIA America

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Winstead brings over 38 years of experience in auxiliary plastics equipment.

4 Rules for Running a Successful Machine Shop

Udo Jahn | Modern Machine Shop

Take time to optimize your shop’s structure to effectively meet demand while causing the least amount of stress in the shop.

VOC-free UV curing prepregs, putties and primer provide effective repair, bonding

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2024: Sunrez Corp. presents its product line for UV curing, all crafted without VOCs or HAPs for reduced emissions.

Rail Manufacturer Moves Full Steam Ahead with Safe, Efficient Workholding Solution

| Modern Machine Shop

All World Machinery Supply paired a hydraulic power unit with remote operating capabilities in a custom workholding system for Ahaus Tool & Engineering.

InnovMetric presenta PolyWorks 2024

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La plataforma de metrología universal le permite a los fabricantes de moldes ampliar los datos de medición 3D.

Precision Machining Technology Review: June 2024

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s June 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Siemens, Ceratizit, Walter, Kennametal and more.

NSK America Corp. Spindle Boosts Machine Tool Speed

Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop

IMTS 2024: NSK America Corp. announces the iSpeed5 high-speed spindle, designed to accelerate micro-machining processes. 

GF Machining Solutions: 70 años de innovación en electroerosión

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

GF Machining Solutions celebra su septuagésimo aniversario desde la invención de la tecnología de mecanizado por descarga eléctrica (EDM), una revolución que ha transformado la manufactura global.

TitanSpee3D Designed for Rapid, Large-Format Metal Additive Manufacturing

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Spee3D’s TitanSpee3D large-format metal printer.

Thread Mill Designed for Core Hole Creation, Chamfering

| MoldMaking Technology

The Walter USA solid carbide TC685 orbital drill/thread mill is for hard machining of the core hole and thread in one operation.

Comprehensive service formulates standard, custom SMCs

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2024: As an SMC product manufacturer, Molding Products LLC provides SMC formulations and technical support for diverse markets, from R&D to post-production.

Electra’s Goldfinch proves eSTOL capabilities in piloted test flights

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Information gained from the flight test program will inform the design of Electra’s nine-passenger commercial eSTOL aircraft, with entry into commercial service targeted for 2028.  

People in composites: June 2024

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

SkyDweller Aero, Daher and Velocity Composites have made announcements highlighting new personnel and internal promotions.

Airtech to integrate composite materials into Adaxis 3D printing software

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Unification of technical competencies on a single platform facilitates the precise control of the AdaOne pellet-based 3D printing technology, optimizing materials performance and quality of printed parts for end-users.

Gatron to deliver composite seats for 22 Alstom trains

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The production of more than 11,000 seats for trains running in the São Paulo subway showcases expertise in hand-laid composite applications.

A ‘Clean’ Agenda Offers Unique Presentations in Chicago

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

The 2024 Parts Cleaning Conference, co-located with the International Manufacturing Technology Show, includes presentations by several speakers who are new to the conference and topics that have not been covered in past editions of this event.   

Precision sheeters, slitter rewinders are customizable to material needs

Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2024: Pasquato exhibits its high-speed precision sheeters and slitter rewinders to enhance flexibility and material cutting quality.

Glass Fiber-Reinforced PP With PCR For Automotive

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Borcycle GD3600SY will appear in Peugeot vehicles.

Injection Mold Tooling Apprenticeship Bridges Gap Between Education, Manufacturing Careers

Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology

SyBridge’s longstanding program with a local vocational school Monty Tech aims to strengthen the future of the moldmaking community and industry.
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