Koyo Machinery Merges With JTEKT Machinery

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

This merger formally integrates Koyo into JTEKT Machinery’s operational infrastructure, which expands their capacity for customer service and support.

In the Zone: Materials Science

| Plastics Technology

The Materials Science Zone at NPE 2024 is the place to discover new innovations in materials science and regulatory compliance.
#regulations

Kyocera SGS Through-Coolant End Mills Improve Chip Evacuation

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

H-Carb end mills feature a specialized core and flute design improve rigidity and chip flow while reducing deflection.

Sistemas de TC para inspección no destructiva listos para la automatización

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Nikon Metrology presenta tres nuevos modelos de su gama VOXLS de sistemas de tomografía computarizada por rayos X para inspección no destructiva.

CRP Technology’s Windform SL Is Lightweight, Rigid Composite for SLS, LPBF

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Windform SL is well suited for the the production of sophisticated, efficient components across various fields, from aerospace to automotive, ensuring light weight without the need to reduce thickness.

Episode 41: An Interview with Holly Gottfredson, Finishing Dynamics, American Metalcraft Inc.

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

On the Line explores gender roles in manufacturing and finishing, and the importance of education in fostering a workforce for the future of the industry.

6 Variations That Kill Productivity

Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop

The act of qualifying CNC programs is largely related to eliminating variations, which can be a daunting task when you consider how many things can change from one time a job is run to the next.

Plant tour: Sekisui Aerospace, Orange City, Iowa, Renton and Sumner, Wash., U.S.

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

Veteran composites sites use kaizen and innovation culture to expand thermoplastic serial production, 4.0 digitization and new technology for diversified new markets.

High-Output Drum Machine Boasts Fast Cooling, Color Change

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Graham Engineering’s new 40-lb accumulator press has adjustable-height extruder platform.

Tool Path Improves Chip Management for Swiss-Type Lathes

| Production Machining

This simple change to a Swiss-type turning machine’s tool path can dramatically improve its ability to manage chips.

How Polymer Melts in Single-Screw Extruders

| Plastics Technology

Understanding how polymer melts in a single-screw extruder could help you optimize your screw design to eliminate defect-causing solid polymer fragments.  

Thermal Care y Aquatech se unen para fortalecer la presencia de Piovan

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Thermal Care y Aquatech se unen bajo la marca global Thermal Care, fortaleciendo la capacidad de Piovan Group para servir a clientes en todo el mundo.

Diving Deeper: More Insights From a Rising Female Moldmaking Professional

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

You wanted more of Jane's story as a woman in moldmaking, so I went back to dig a little deeper with this 23-year-old mold designer and project manager at Accede Mold and Tool.
#workforcedevelopment

Walter Surface Technologies Hires Safety Sales Director

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

In this role, Jean-Marie Maayoufi will lead Allegro’s safety specialists in North America toward growth.

Verisurf Software Enables Efficient Translation of CAD/CAM Data

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The Validate software is designed to ensure data integrity and enable users to perform metrology workflows in a seamless CAD environment while maintaining model-based digital continuity.

Circular business demonstrations support sustainable, lightweight applications

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2024: Diab shares its knowledge about being a circular business, further exemplified through its display of solutions like a recycled PET foam wash basin, subsea materials and aircraft interior panels.

Aluula Composites develops circular outdoor gear

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Lightweight, strong, durable and recyclable UHMWPE fabrics enables high-performance gear for Arc’teryx and Durston sports brands.

Syensqo launches Swyft-Ply brand for electronics, smart devices

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Multifunctional composites leverage traditional advanced material benefits while meeting specific industry manufacturing and performance requirements.
#electronics

Edge Milling Tool Provides Repeatable Accuracy

| MoldMaking Technology

The updated Trumpf TruTool TKA 1500 tool is now available with a new cutting mount and guide fence for increased applications and safety.

Industry collaborations highlight sustainable composites engineering for construction

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2024: Solico is presenting a number of recent engineering projects in the defense, maritime and industrial sectors, in addition to celebrating its nomination as a JEC Innovation Award finalist.  

Composites expertise targets wind turbine nacelles

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2024: BlueWind is exhibiting at JEC World for the first time at the Brazil Pavilion, highlighting a novel nacelle technology.  

American Society for Composites conference calls for abstracts

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The 39th annual technical conference for composites is being held Oct. 21-24, 2024 in San Diego. Abstract submissions will be accepted until March 15.