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Online Versions of Process Development Course and Software Launch
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: FimmTech is introducing online versions of its Nautilus process development software as well as its Scientific Molding and Design of Experiments (DOE) process development course.
Specialized Machine, Tool Achieve Record Levels of Cap Molding
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Netstal says its CAP-Line injection molding machine running a 128-cavity z-moulds tool will produce 26-mm tamper-evident caps for still water in just a 1.9-second cycle.
Slimmer All-Electric Press Debuts
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: A slimmed-down version of Engel’s all-electric, e-mac injection molding machine is among eight displays, which also include LSR micromolding, quick mold changes and a cube mold.
Tosaf Fusion to Expand Production for Compounders and Packaging Manufacturers
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
The company is relocating to a much larger production facility in Israel’s Alon Tavor industrial area.
Plug-and-Play Modular Hot Runner Controller
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Spark Industries’ patent-pending MOD24 hot runner controller offers unlimited plug-and-play of 6-zone hot runner control modules.
Selecting the Right Outdoor-Durable Powder Coating
| Products Finishing
The powder coating industry offers an array of chemistries to provide an excellent match to the manufacturer’s expectations for outdoor durability.
Renishaw System Reduces Metal AM Build Times
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
A new scanning algorithm for Renishaw’s RenAM 500 series of metal additive manufacturing systems enables the laser to fire while the recoater is moving, which over the build cycle can reduce total build time by up to 50% with no reduction in part quality.
Unisig Gundrill Production Cells Boost Precision, Output
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The R-4-2-2 production cell uses a smart conveyor to simultaneously load four barrel blanks into a UNI four-spindle gundrilling machine.
NCC develops cryostat device and test method for cryogenic composites testing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Targeting hydrogen applications, novel technology and method provide a solution for screening a wide selection of materials to better understand their properties at cryogenic temperatures.
Broetje-Automation, Spirit complete CCPS project for automating aircraft preform production
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Continuous composite preforming system (CCPS) integrates all work steps, from the roll to the stringer, in a fully automated, smaller footprint process, taking the next step for future aircraft programs.
TeXtreme releases TeXtreme 360° discontinuous tape-based fiber
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
High strength, stiffness and fatigue performance, in addition to enhanced design flexibility, make the spread tow tapes well suited for application versatility.
Aimplas, Redit Ventures launch Lofith Composites
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
New company launch will focus on the design and creation of long fiber-reinforced thermoplastic pellets and UD tapes for automotive, aerospace and construction.
WT&C introduces fireproof ALEC² PyroWall ceramic for FRP products
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The polymer-free “composite” is a safe and circular option for manufactured FRP composite applications, offering enhanced protection during heat and fire events.
Belotti to integrate hybrid BEAD system with Adaxis AdaOne software
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Through this strategic collaboration, BEAD’s additive and subtractive capabilities for large-scale AM composite tooling production are made more accessible.
Large Mold Mounts Eliminate Shop Floor Hazards
| MoldMaking Technology
Progressive’s new 5-inch-tall RhinoFeet safely supports 15,000 lb each.
Aimplas expands online training program with composites course
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Aimplas offers courses throughout the year on processes such as extrusion, injection molding, compounding, recycling and now composites, particularly targeting the construction industry.
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Corrosion-Resistant Mold Steel Designed For Polishability
| MoldMaking Technology
NPE2024: Uddeholm showcases its Tyrax ESR mold steel that combines toughness, corrosion and wear resistance.
CMS, Caracol collaboration targets large-format 3D printing market
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Global development of LFAM technologies and applications will support end user’s adoption of 3D printing for composites.
SCF Partners, Inc. Acquires Pipeline and Industrial Materials Business from Entegris Inc.
| Valve Magazine
The business manufactures specialty chemicals and other products for midstream infrastructure.
DaQoTa project develops measuring head prototype for LATW inspection
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Fraunhofer IPT, Taniq and Pixargus have proven the success of a measuring head capable of optimizing the reliability, security and efficiency of FRP pressure vessel manufacturing.
Updated Control, Cooling Water Distribution, Electromechanical Ejector and Injection
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Boy’s U.S. subsidiary marks its 50th anniversary in Orlando with six machines and U.S. intros for the Procan ALPHA 6 control, and hybrid ejectors and injection units.
Cooling Added to Compact Slide
Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology
NPE2024: CUMSA adds cooling to the Compact Slides (CS) line launched last year.