For PLASTICS' CEO Seaholm, NPE to Shine Light on Sustainability Successes
| MoldMaking Technology
With advocacy, communication and sustainability as three main pillars, Seaholm leads a trade association to NPE that ‘is more active today than we have ever been.’
Understanding the Effect of Pressure Losses on Injection Molded Parts
| Plastics Technology
The compressibility of plastics as a class of materials means the pressure punched into the machine control and the pressure the melt experiences at the end of fill within the mold will be very different. What does this difference mean for process consistency and part quality?
Continuous Mixer Supports Mechanical and Chemical Recycling Applications
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Recycling solution works for a variety of situations including pyrolysis.
Source One Plastics Starts Up Plastic Waste Sorting and Recycling Facility
| Plastics Technology
Dry processing method is used to reduce energy consumption.
Blender Built for Hard-to-Handle Materials
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: New series targets application using recycled materials. Quick-change feeder also debuts.
Starrett Measurement Systems Provide Repeatable Results
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The company’s optical and video-based measurement systems combine high-resolution images, intuitive software and precision mechanical platforms.
Anuncian segunda edición de la Competencia de Plástico Circular
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Hillenbrand, Coca-Cola y Net Impact invitan a participar en esta iniciativa para desarrollar ideas que transformen la cadena de valor de los plásticos y promuevan una economía más circular y sostenible.
Innovance adquiere Jorgensen para expandir su portafolio industrial
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
Jorgensen, reconocido proveedor con más de 73 años en el sector de manufactura y soluciones industriales, se integra a la familia de Innovance, fortaleciendo su oferta con un enfoque en la innovación y el rendimiento.
Allegheny Performance Plastics to Enter Health Care Sector
| Plastics Technology
The custom molder has secured multiple projects in health care and will be adding cleanroom and white-room spaces, as well as injection molding machines, in support.
Carbon Conversions offers 3D printing filament reinforced with rCF
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Development of re-Evo TDR products that work on a majority of 3D printers is now an available option for companies sending in their carbon fiber waste.
Plataine unveils AI-based autoclave scheduling optimization tool
| CompositesWorld
The Autoclave Scheduler is designed to increase autoclave throughput, save operational costs and energy, and contribute to sustainable composite manufacturing.
Gurit full year 2023 report highlights steady growth in wind, marine and industrial businesses
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Net sales gains of approximately $522 million were achieved through continued interest in core, prepreg, Corecell and recycled PET foam products, anticipates additional gains with 2024 global footprint.
Hybrid CAM Strategy Enables High-Quality, Efficient Mold Repair
| MoldMaking Technology
As CAM technology requirements accelerate, and the market for additive/hybrid processes evolves, Open Mind highlights its hyperMILL for efficient repair or rework of molds.
Hexcel launches HexTow IM9 24K intermediate modulus carbon fiber
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Workhorse carbon fiber is particularly suited to primary and secondary aerospace vehicle structure development, aided by its high tensile strength and modulus.
Airtech, Caracol grow LFAM with Dalhtram resins, Heron AM pairing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
New partnership will see Dahltram resins qualified for integration with Caracol’s Heron AM platform.
Massivit, Sika to co-brand digital tooling materials for Massivit 10000 series
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Strategic MOU initially introduces SikaBiresin CIM 120 and SikaBiresin CIM 80 to serve crucial composites market needs for 3D printing tooling, prototyping and more.
Plataine expands NCC's AI, IoT optimization capabilities
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Under this partnership, the NCC will leverage technologies such as time-sensitive material management and Plataine’s Digital Twin to further develop its composites R&D.
Composite Essential Materials, Nord Composites form joint venture
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Creation of Nord Composites U.S. represents an opportunity for both companies to strengthen their North American presence, better understand customers needs.
Flowserve Receives First FDT 2.0 DTM Certification from FDT Group
| Valve Magazine
The newest certified Logix 3820 Series DTM is deployable with positioners supporting HART 6/7.
Swancor, Massload jointly develop 100% recycled bicycle bottle cage
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A blend of recycled carbon fiber and PA6 pellets, the bicycle component will be commercialized in Q1 2024.
6 Flexible Polymer Parts Made With 3D Printing
Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing
Additive manufacturing in polymer offers a way to realize various engineered properties, including just the right level of cushion or springiness in the part.
All-Electric IMM Advances for Packaging, Medical and LSR
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Sumitomo SHI Demag’s show focus is on the application of all-electric injection molding machine technology for a variety of markets and components.