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Composites industry GBI stayed the course in February
Jan Schafer | CompositesWorld
The GBI: Composites Fabricating contracted in February to the same degree as January, maintaining its position in a contraction zone.
Muratec Hybrid Machine Combines Punch Press, Fiber Laser
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The MF3048HL combined punch press and fiber laser provides precise cutting, punching, tapping and forming operations on a diverse range of materials.
Thin Wall Injection Molding PE Portfolio Expanded
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
NPE 2024: NOVA Chemicals has expanded its TWIM PE offerings with Surpass IFs 730 and Ifs932 high-melt injection molding grades
Kitamura Expands Presence in Mexico With Hi-Tec CNC Partnership
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Hi-Tec CNC will offer the full range of Kitamura products and services, including high-precision vertical, horizontal, double-column and five-axis machining centers.
Tackling a Mold Designer Shortage
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
Survey findings reveal a shortage of skilled mold designers and engineers in the moldmaking community, calling for intervention through educational programs and exploration of training alternatives while seeking input from those who have addressed the issue successfully.
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The Value of CMM Controller Retrofits
Derek Korn | Production Machining
In this case, new controllers for two coordinate measuring machines — one 26 years old — with new programming software offers the possibility to enable multisensor inspection of critical, turned aerospace components.
NPE2024 Announces Speaker for First Ever Women in Plastics Breakfast
| Plastics Technology
NPE: The Plastics Show, produced by The Plastics Industry Association, will host its inaugural Women in Plastics Breakfast featuring speaker Kerrie Greenfelder, PE.
Kyzen Solvents Provide Safe Parts Cleaning
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The SLV901 and SLV803 solvents are formulated to maintain cleaning efficacy while providing a safe, environmentally friendly alternative to processes that use PFAS and HFCs.
PTi Makes Changes in Leadership Structure
| Plastics Technology
Moves aimed at bolstering the future of the sheet extrusion manufacturer.
At NPE, Cypet to Show Latest Achievements in Large PET Containers
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
Maker of one-stage ISBM machines will show off new sizes and styles of handled and stackable PET containers, including novel interlocking products.
Gardner Business Index - February 2024: 47.2
Jan Schafer | Gardner Intelligence
The Gardner Business Index (GBI) was up 1.1 points, the highest it has been in ten months.
Suite de programación robótica introduce mejoras y funciones ampliadas
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
SprutCAM Tech lanza la actualización 17.0.10 para SprutCAM X, la cual introduce funcionalidades mejoradas, correcciones de errores y mejoras diseñadas.
Inauguran primer centro de reciclaje de plásticos integrado en EE.UU.
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Republic Services, en colaboración con Krones y Stadler, inauguró el nuevo Centro de Polímeros que procesa plásticos preclasificados para producir resinas de alta calidad.
Soluciones de dosificación reciclables para alimentos y bebidas
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
Las válvulas de control de flujo SimpliCycle, de Aptar Closures, están hechas de TPE de baja densidad y fueron diseñadas para facilitar su reciclaje en las corrientes del PET, PP y PE.
ERP and Process Changes Increase Shop’s Revenue 64% YoY
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
Implementing ProShop has led to a massive process overhaul at Marzilli Machine. From 2020 to 2021, revenue increased 64% without capital investment.
Paperless Parts Software Streamlines Quoting Process
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The software streamlines repetitive, error-prone tasks associated with request for quote intake and prep work, allowing estimators to focus on high-value activities.
CONALEP inicia proyecto de capacitación en electromovilidad en Jalisco
| Modern Machine Shop México
La fase uno del proyecto consiste en un entrenamiento de 32 horas y 49 módulos relacionados con la aplicación de procedimientos básicos de movilidad en vehículos eléctricos.
PPG supports AMPP's EMERG Programs for future innovators
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
PPG contribution will support several AMPP programs designed to foster education and innovation in coatings and corrosion.
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Motion Industries Appoints Senior VP of Strategy, Markets
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Chris Cleland will lead Motion’s strategy development for its business groups, as well as the e-commerce and digital teams.
Who’s Who Shaping Additive Manufacturing?
| Additive Manufacturing
Here are some highlights from an episode of AMT’s new IMTS+ series, “Moving on, Moving up,” which features four additive manufacturing leaders discussing their view of the industry’s top trends and challenges.
Uyemura Boosts Field and Met Lab Teams
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Russ Schwartz, a senior mechanical engineer, and Steve Medd, support engineer, add expertise to the team at Uyemura.
Airbus debuts CityAirbus NextGen eVTOL prototype
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Unveiling coincided with the opening of the new CityAirbus test center in Donauwörth, Germany, ahead of the aircraft’s maiden flight later this year.