Mexican Media Brands
Innovation in Plating on Plastic
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Plating on advanced plastics solution offers improved adhesion, temperature resistance and cost savings.
LemTech inaugura planta de producción en Querétaro
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Con una inversión de 218 millones de pesos, en la planta de LemTech se realizarán actividades de estampado, moldeo de inyección de plástico y conjuntos mecánicos para la industria automotriz.
Versatile Mold and Design is Acquired by The Heico Companies
| MoldMaking Technology
The Georgia-based moldmaker/molder’s expertise in the development of high-precision molds and molding services grows Heico’s portfolio.
Toyoda Gosei develops seawater-derived fiber-reinforced material
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Fiber reinforcement is formed from magnesium hydroxide derived from seawater, achieving plastic parts that contributed to improved environmental performance.
Process Monitoring, Cold Runner and Nozzles Bring Control, Industry 4.0 to the Mold
| MoldMaking Technology
Ewikon touches on a few of its popular innovations previously highlighted at K 2019, including the HPS III-MV multi-tip nozzle, smart Control and Coolshot.
BioStruct project to validate biocomposite-focused manufacturing processes
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
For the next 3 years, Ideko and European partners are working to develop and validate to TLR 7 novel processes to boost the use of natural fibers and biological resins.
3 Attributes of the “Second Wave” of AM Part Producers
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
Successful contact manufacturers in additive look more and more like successful contract manufacturers in general.
In Memoriam: Mike Sepe
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
“The Materials Analyst” and long-time contributor to Plastics Technology passes away at 71.
Shibaura Machine, NFM Extend License Agreement on Twin-Screw Compounders
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
NFM to manufacture and sell TEM series of twin-screw compounding extruders for the next 10 years.
Bioresin for Injection Molding
| Plastics Technology
Bioresins have become an increasingly popular alternative to the traditional petroleum-based resins used in the injection molding process. Download our guide to learn how you can take advantage of the growing opportunity in bioresins.
Guiding Manufacturers Through the Latest Energy Market Trends
| Production Machining
Consider these strategies to help maintain competitiveness in a dynamic energy market while embracing sustainability.
JR Machine Launches Expansion Strategy, Hires New CEO
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
An investment from Schneider Resources Holding positions JR Machine to grow in emerging markets such space exploration and green energy.
Finishing Activity: March closed at 47.7, Up 1.6 from February’s 46.1
Jan Schafer | Products Finishing
March’s 47.7 marks a full quarter of slowed monthly contraction.
CGTech anuncia acuerdo con 3DCAD
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El acuerdo tiene como objetivo ampliar las capacidades de simulación, validación y mejora de Vericut a una gama más amplia de organizaciones en México.
Escáner óptico 3D con zoom se hace flexible para inspeccionar moldes complejos
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El SmartScan VR800, de Hexagon, está construido sobre una plataforma rediseñada y equipado con una lente de zoom motorizada.
Nikon Metrology's CT Software Provides AI-Assisted Imaging
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Nikon’s AI Reconstruction technology enables rapid results and optimized analysis by applying deep learning techniques to enhance image quality.
Más de 110 kg de unicel reciclados en el Manantial de la Media Luna
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
En colaboración con Recicla Unicel, DART de México y Tecnologías Rennueva, el Manantial de la Media Luna promueve el reciclaje de unicel y la cultura ambiental.
Scaling New Heights With Vertical Integration
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
Eden Manufacturing was founded on a vision of vertical integration, adding advanced injection molding capabilities to a base of precision moldmaking and more recently bringing Swiss-type machining capabilities in-house.
The Why & How of Developing a Talent Strategy
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Chief Workforce Development Officer of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers and owner of Human Asset Management talk about workforce readiness, the state of the manufacturing workforce and steps for building a talent strategy.
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Anaglyph releases Laminate Tools version 5.2
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Nesting, design, GUI and viewing features have been improved or added to the composites design software tool.
Archer completes installation of high-volume battery pack manufacturing line
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
“Automotive-style” line has the capability of producing up to 15,000 battery packs — complete with composite enclosures and cylindrical cells — per year to keep up with eVTOL aircraft production goals.
PET Injection Molder Introduces rPET Capabilities
| MoldMaking Technology
Husky Technology’s HyPET6e design strives to provide customers with sustainable options, including enhanced energy efficiency and closed-loop quality control.