Laser Engraving System Features MOPA Fiber Laser
| MoldMaking Technology
NPE2024: The Advantage from Alliance Specialties and Laser Sales is a laser engraving system with a compact footprint, featuring a MOPA fiber laser.
Exel Composites supplies fiberglass profiles for Foton electric buses
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Partnership with Chinese automotive manufacturer will see the implementation of pultruded profiles in various bus models, backed by weight savings, complex geometries and long life.
People in composites: March 2024
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Several companies and organizations serving the composites industry — SGL Carbon, Spirit AeroSystems, ASK Chemicals Group, DITF, LMS and ASTM International — have announced promotions, new hires and management changes this month.
Industrial Cleaning Shop Zeros In on Precision
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
This parts cleaning company is elevating its efforts to become a technical cleanliness expert, which presents an exciting, yet sometimes arduous, journey. The ongoing education of the team as well as significant investments in equipment and processes attribute to this shop’s success.
Video: MoldJet Sinter-Based Additive Manufacturing at Alpha Precision Group
Stephanie Hendrixson | Additive Manufacturing
Alpha Precision Group (APG) in Ridgway, Pennsylvania, applies a range of sinter-based AM processes to produce metal parts. This video explores the MoldJet process from Tritone Technologies.
LulzBot Print Farm Offers Turnkey Solution for Mass Production of Additively Manufactured Parts
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The platform is capable of managing and housing more than 64 printers, utilizing AutoFarm3D software to boost job queuing, monitor data in real-time and generate precise business reports.
The Intersection of Robotics, Hands-on Training in Mold Design Curriculum
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
A Q&A with Nicholas Vitelli, MoldMaking Technology EAB member and engineering lecturer at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College.
DMS Announces Recent Acquisition of Border Steel Ltd.
| MoldMaking Technology
Diemould Service Company (Canada) Ltd. (DMS), a Southwestern Manufacturing Group company, announces its recent acquisition of Border Steel Ltd., a Windsor, Ontario-based manufacturing and service company with a rich history dating back to 1962.
Mastercam Appoints New President
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Susan Brandt is said to bring over 25 years of global business leadership and strategic expertise within B2B software, infrastructure design and engineering software.
ECOCE y Secretaría del Estado de México se unen en pro del reciclaje
Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México
Conozca los detalles del convenio entre ECOCE y la Secretaría del Estado de México para fomentar el reciclaje y la conciencia ambiental, y mejorar la gestión de residuos en la entidad.
Updated Interactive Tool for Predicting Multilayer Film Performance, Recycled PE Grades
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
NPE 2024: NOVA Chemicals presents the latest enhancements to its Bonfire Multilayer Property Predictor and new Syndigo rPE portfolio.
Higher Stretch-Blow Productivity for PET and HDPE
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Aoki debuts higher output, single-stage ISBM presses and a lightweight packer bottle in HDPE.
How I Made It: James Marzilli, Founder/President, Marzilli Machine
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
James Marzilli founded Marzilli Machine before the age of 30 on a dare from his wife Lee Anne, who now serves as CEO. As president, James has led the company to success by constantly refining his shop’s processes and seeking to learn.
4 things to consider for sustainable composites manufacturing
Jodee McElfresh | CompositesWorld
Customer decarbonization goals demand supply chains with sustainable business practices. Here are four considerations for supporting those goals discussed at CW Tech Days: Sustainability.
Extruder Controls Make for More Energy Efficiency
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Twin-screw extruders packed with features to optimize energy consumption.
Carbon fiber composite pallet revolutionizes freight industry
| CompositesWorld
LOG Point Pallet fuses advanced materials with innovative design and manufacturing to improve supply chains worldwide.
Absolute Machine Tools Turning Center Provides Improved Chip Removal
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Johnford SL-300L-II slant-bed turning centers are constructed with a one-piece Meehanite cast iron base for strength and rigidity, as well as to dissipate heat away from the part.
CEAD and Adaxis Integrate Technologies for More Efficient Robotic Large Format 3D Printing
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
CEAD’s methodology for large-format 3D printing converges within Adaxis’ AdaOne software for the Flexbot platform, giving Flexbot users a smoother, more efficient experience with increased consistency, reliability and build quality, while minimizing potential issues.
Airtech Qualifies Dahltram Resins for Integration With Caracol’s Heron LFAM Platform
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The companies say this qualification will support Caracol in its efforts to offer Airtech’s Dahltram resins to its customers across the globe.
Birmingham Fastener abre instalación en México
| Modern Machine Shop México
La nueva filial suministrará piezas comerciales y aeroespaciales a los sectores de manufactura, construcción y mantenimiento, reparación y operaciones (MRO).
Máquina híbrida Muratec combina punzonadora y láser de fibra óptica
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
El modelo MF3048HL, de Muratec, combina las ventajas de las operaciones de punzonado con la tecnología de corte por láser.
How To Design Three-Plate Molds – Part 4
Jim Fattori | Plastics Technology
There are many things to consider, and paying attention to the details can help avoid machine downtime and higher maintenance costs — and keep the customer happy.