Com&Sens presents workshop on fiber optic sensing for COPVs
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Three-day hands-on workshop from June 11-13 in Leuven, Belgium, will equip participants with a better understanding of fiber optic sensing technology for digital manufacturing of composite tanks.
CAM Software Enhances 3+2-Axis Toolpath Programming
| MoldMaking Technology
CloudCNC’s CAM Assist uses AI to generate intuitive machining strategies in minutes or seconds, depending on complexity.
Engel becomes KUKA Robotics system partner
| MoldMaking Technology
Enhanced relationship extends robot incorporation in Engel injection molding cells as well as integrate and retrofit KUKA’s products into existing systems, growing the opportunity for automation.
Airbus Helicopters RACER demonstrator performs first flight
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Rotorcraft architecture featuring a highly composites-intensive design transitions into 2-year flight campaign to demonstrate its high-speed capabilities.
Imperial Appoints Senior Vice President, Upstream
| Valve Magazine
Cheryl Gomez-Smith succeeds Simon Younger.
ISRO C/C composite nozzle development enhances rocket engines
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Durable composite nozzle can replace metal versions for mass reduction and payload capacity boost in launch vehicles.
Let's Take a Journey into the World of Molding Thermosets – Part 1
Michael Sepe | Plastics Technology
There are many fundamental differences between thermosets and thermoplastics, from the way raw materials are furnished to the molder and the process in which parts are molded.
Products to Advance Your Mold Shop
| MoldMaking Technology
This compilation of digital-only new/proven product content explores each category under MMT’s Engineer, Build, Maintain and Manage topics.
Kyocera Milling Tool Provides Reliable Cutting Performance
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The MB45 series is designed to cater to a broad spectrum of machining applications, giving customers a cost-effective solution for a wide range of possibilities.
Fimic fortalece su equipo de ventas con María Teresa Márquez
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
La compañía especialista en soluciones de filtración para reciclaje, Fimic, incorpora a Márquez como responsable de ventas en Centroamérica, México y España.
Industrializing additive manufacturing in the defense/aerospace sector
Peggy Malnati | CompositesWorld
GA-ASI demonstrates a path forward for the use of additive technologies for composite tooling, flight-qualified parts.
TJ Davies Retention Knobs Enable High Pull Force
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The company’s retention knobs are manufactured from American-made 8620 alloy that is treated with hot black oxide to military specifications for protection against corrosion.
GF Machining Solutions Appoints New Managing Director
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Onik Bhattacharyya will oversee the GF Machining Solutions product portfolio for the North American market region.
Compact TCU Retains Power, Precision and Configurability of Bigger Systems
| Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Conair’s MicroTemp Thermolator temperature control unit (TCU) is its smallest ever measuring just 14.7 ×y 15.6 ×y 18 inches.
Dr. Chris Rauwendaal: Creator and Inventor in Plastic Extrusion
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology
Dr. Chris Rauwendaal's impact on plastic extrusion is characterized by innovation and creativity, evident in his contributions to both theory and practical applications. Recognized with induction into the Plastics Hall of Fame in 2024, his career encompasses a wide range of achievements, from pioneering revolutionary screw designs to authoring the esteemed "Polymer Extrusion" book.
Tips for Tackling Mold Design, Machining, Cutting Tool and Wear Challenges
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Tips for tasks ranging from reducing risk in part design and taking advantage of five-axis machining to refining cutting tool performance and reducing wear with guiding and centering systems.
All-Electric Shuttle Debut at NPE
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: R&B Plastics Machinery’s new small-to-middle-size model is suited for up to six parisons and containers up to 5 L.
Correlation Between Contact and Non-Contact Surface Analysis Equipment Is Critical — Until It Isn’t
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
Understanding the differences between measurement methods means their discrepancies can be explained and used as an advantage to produce better correlation.
Delrin and PolySource Enter into North American Distribution Agreement
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
The focus is on application development and engineering for industrial and consumer end markets.
Variable Frequency Drives Deliver Intelligent Control of Conveyor Systems
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Source: Nordac
Nordac ON/ON+ variable frequency drives (VFDs) deliver intelligent control of conveyor systems with an integrated multi-protocol Ethernet interface to improve efficiency, reduce system variants and optimize performance, the company says.
Axalta Wins 3 Edison Awards
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Edison Awards winners were recently announced at the 37th annual Edison Awards event in Fort Myers, Florida. This is the sixth consecutive year that Axalta has won an Edison Award.
Designing a 3D Printed Part with Machining in Mind
Julia Hider | Additive Manufacturing
Designing extra stock and mounting features into a 3D printed part can aid in machining processes downstream.