Aumentó la importación de robots industriales en febrero de 2024

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

En el segundo mes del 2024 la importación de robots industriales aumentó 3.76 % con relación al mes inmediato anterior.

Michael Cicco comparte su visión en NPE: el futuro de la automatización

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

NPE2024 presenta a Michael Cicco, CEO de FANUC America, como conferencista. Compartirá ideas sobre el potencial de la robótica y la automatización en la industria del plástico.   

Composites end markets: Batteries and fuel cells (2024)

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

As the number of battery and fuel cell electric vehicles (EVs) grows, so do the opportunities for composites in battery enclosures and components for fuel cells.

Use AI, Machine Learning to Take Variability Out of Manufacturing

| MoldMaking Technology

Variability has always created insurmountable challenges for manufacturers. However, in the last decade, impact has been more painful due to a lack of experienced workforce. By leveraging technological advancements, particularly in AI, manufacturers can gain a transformative competitive advantage in both cost reduction and workforce development.

Automated High-Production Welding of EV Rotor Shafts

Derek Korn | Production Machining

This cell is able to perform joining, preheating and welding operations for rotor shafts used in electric vehicles.

Hubbard-Hall Acquires Prosys Finishing Technology

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

With this strategic move, Hubbard-Hall expands its product portfolio and welcomes Randy DiSano, former owner of Prosys, to its team.

Southern Indiana’s Thriving AM Part Producer — What I Saw at Innovative 3D Manufacturing: AM Radio #49

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Recorded just after the visit to the laser powder bed fusion contract manufacturer, here is a conversation exploring observations and impressions of this company and its metal 3D printing work.

Graphene Composites announces approval of Heat Management Systems patent

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Thermal management patent describes an engineered, potentially self-powered nanomaterial design that could efficiently transfer thermal energy to better protect vehicle applications.

Lilium begins composite battery packs production for Lilium Jet

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

First units off the battery assembly line in Munich will be used for verification testing ahead of first piloted flight, targeted for end of 2024.

Sustainable Infrastructure Systems creates fiber-reinforced post-consumer plastic structural panels

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Australian composites manufacturer offers a scalable building solution, already established in a pedestrian bridge application, to tackle unprocessed soft plastics waste.

Hexcel appoints Tom Gentile as CEO and president

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Hexcel hires the former president and CEO of Spirit AeroSystems as Nick Stanage transitions to an executive chairman role.

Validation Software Enables Efficient Translation of CAD/CAM Data

| MoldMaking Technology

Verisurf CAD/CAM, now providing access to Kubotek Kosmos Validate software, is designed to ensure data integrity and enable users to perform metrology workflows in a seamless CAD environment.

Co-Injection Mold Design Blends PP and PCR Materials

| MoldMaking Technology

NPE2024: Co-injection mold technology by Top Grade Molds promotes environmental sustainability, without compromising quality or performance.

GWEC 2024 report highlights positive momentum in wind installation

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Global Wind Report describes a record year for wind energy in 2023, but highlights the need for policy-driven action to meet COP28 and 1.5°C pathway targets.

Recoil Aerospace achieves certification for carbon fiber wildfire suppression system

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

T1000-E aerial firefighting technology earns supplemental type certification (STC) from the FAA for installation on Airbus Super Puma helicopters.

Digital Transparency in Machining Key to Multi-Site Additive Manufacturing

Peter Zelinski | Modern Machine Shop

Cumberland Additive’s CNC programmer in Pennsylvania spends most of his time writing programs for machine tools in Texas.

APSX and Nexa3D Integrate Technologies to Advance Freeform Injection Molding

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

With the combined APSX-PIM and Nexa3D technologies, users can seamlessly transition from 3D printing prototypes to injection-molded production parts, all within a single, integrated ecosystem.

Coca-Cola’s Redesign of Small PET Bottles Pushes Lightweighting Below Prior ‘Floor’

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Coca-Cola thought it had reached the limits of lightweighting for its small PET carbonated soft drink bottles. But a “complete redesign” led to a further 12% reduction.

Next-Generation Additives Including Rice Bran Wax, Stabilizers, Flame Retardant

Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology

NPE 2024: Clariant is showcasing alternatives to fossil-based carbon waxes and additions to its AddWorks portfolio of stabilizers.

Célula de trabajo robotizada de manufactura aditiva

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Meltio y One Off Robotics desarrollan una célula de trabajo robotizada de AM para producción fiable de piezas metálicas.

Bioelements se suma al Pacto de los Plásticos de México

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

Bioelements, startup chilena con presencia en México, se une al Pacto de los Plásticos para trabajar en soluciones sostenibles en la gestión de plásticos.

Emuge-Franken Threading Tools Mill Challenging Materials

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The company has expanded its offerings of solid-carbide thread mills with new products for challenging applications.