Bio-based, fire-resistant composites become mainstream
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Projects use Duplicor prepreg panels with highest Euroclass B fire performance without fire retardants for reduced weight, CO2 footprint in sustainable yet affordable roofs, high-rise façades and modular housing.
Sales Engineer Joins American Plating Power
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Stocker has more than two decades of experience with an industrial power conversion product supplier in the sale and support of DC power supplies. In particular, he has a vast background in ecoat applications.
BASF Adds Bamberger Amco Polymers to its Key Distribution Partners
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
The newly merged Bamberger Amco will distribute select grades of the company’s portfolio of engineering resins.
Zimmermann Milling Machine Enhances Stability in Heavy Machining
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The FZU/FZP42 machine line features a thermo-symmetrical design that incorporates a centrally-guided Z-slide, resulting in a more dynamic, productive and energy-efficient machine.
Top Shop Savors Past 20 Years of Prosperity
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
This one-stop finishing shop was rescued by new management in 2004. Since then, its rejuvenation has brought substantial growth and success to the business.
Programación CNC: combinación de funciones con códigos G y M
Mike Lynch | Modern Machine Shop México
Los programadores de CNC ganan flexibilidad cuando utilizan macros personalizadas para definir ellos mismos los códigos G y M.
Future Proof Your Solvent Choices
| Products Finishing
It is critical to evaluate the viability of replacement solvents and to work closely with your solvent supplier to find the right formulation for an application.
5th Axis Announces New Appointments to Sales Team
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The company has appointed Eric Nekich to the position of vice president of sales, as well as brought on Sean Van Derel as a territory sales representative of the Chicago region.
Siemens invierte 300 millones de pesos en Ciudad Juárez
| Modern Machine Shop México
A lo largo de cuatro fases de implementación, Siemens México instalará cuatro líneas de ensamblaje de producto y se transferirán seis de estampado en CNC, doblado de metal, soldadura y pintura.
How to Design Three-Plate Molds – Part 3
Jim Fattori | Plastics Technology
There are many things to consider, and paying attention to the details can help avoid machine downtime and higher maintenance costs — and keep the customer happy.
System Quickly, Safely Cleans and Wipes Pelletizing Dies
| Plastics Technology
Unit mounts directly to the die body in a space-saving design that avoids thermally dependent dimension stackups.
How Integrated CAD/CAM Transforms Inventions Into Products
Mark Albert | Modern Machine Shop
The close connection between CAD and CAM is what links creative ideas to practical production for this unique custom manufacturer.
Plastics Europe informa crecimiento en producción de plásticos circulares
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
Según Plastics Europe, en 2022, la producción global de plásticos llegó a 400.3 millones de toneladas, con un notable aumento del 10 % en plásticos circulares. Los desafíos competitivos emergen, mientras China se posiciona como líder en producción y reciclaje.
Indonesian Plater Finds Fast Success in Auto Market
| Products Finishing
This father/son team, inspired by inventor Michael Faraday, focuses on anti-corrosion methods and automated processes to help their Indonesian plating business flourish.
John Forlenzo Joins Hubbard-Hall
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Photo Credit: Hubbard-Hall Hubbard-Hall welcomes John Forlenzo as supply chain manager.
BASF Launches Recycled PA6 for Textiles With Zara Jacket
| Plastics Technology
Loopamid Nylon for apparel is made from textile waste and used by Zara clothing brand.
Avient Adds Phoenix Location to its ColorWorks Design & Technology Centers
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
The addition of ColorWorks Phoenix as the fifth such site will allow better collaborations with customers in the western part of the U.S.
MicroCare Appoints National Sales Manager
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Photo Credit: MicroCare MicroCare, LLC has appointed Vince Libercci as national sales manager.
Electrolyte for Electroplating with Pure Platinum
| Products Finishing
Platuna PT enables the deposition of exceptionally thick, homogeneous and crack-free platinum layers, which are particularly convincing in various technical applications.
LATTE project optimizes aerodynamic flow of RACER rotor head
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Composites and streamlined rotor head design to enable up to 5% reduction in drag and as much as 20% lifting force improvement for Clean Aviation helicopter, set for flight tests in 2024.
Safran, Onera begin wind tunnel trials for CFM RISE fan demonstrator
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Disruptive Open Fan aerodynamics and acoustics to be matured over 2024-2028 test plan for design validation of fan blades, aiming for implementation on commercial jet engines by 2030s.
Intelligent Equipment Solutions Alleviate Moldmaking Pain Points
| MoldMaking Technology
Whether it’s purchase quoting, mold cleaning and tracking or intuitive process control, the following new or improved technologies could potentially keep your shop on the cutting edge.