Environmentally Compatible Sprays for Injection Molds
| MoldMaking Technology
Hasco introduces all-synthetic lubricant, anti-corrosion and multipurpose cleaning sprays, many of which satisfy NSF certification.
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.
Hexagon Purus grows Type IV capacity with opening of manufacturing hub in Weeze
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The fourth facility to open in 12 months, expansion of Hexagon Purus’ primary facility in Germany will enhance its distribution, refueling and stationary storage systems availability.
Bye Aerospace gains momentum with 30 eFlyer aircraft purchase
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Pilot training school Skyborne Airline Academy expands its commitment for the all-electric aircraft series, bringing Bye Aerospace’s order book up to 889 units.
Refrigeración integrada en equipo de sujeción por contracción
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Power Clamp Air i4.0 Eco, de Haimer USA, es una máquina de contracción de alto rendimiento con refrigeración integrada para todas las herramientas de corte (carburo sólido y HSS).
Does a Scanning Probe Make Sense on a Swiss-Type?
Derek Korn | Production Machining
Swiss-types have limited tooling capacity, but there can be advantages to giving up some of that capacity to take advantage of a touch probe — in fact, a scanning probe — to enable in-process part measurements.
Grob Systems Inc. Breaks Ground on Facility Expansion
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The expansion project will add approximately 35% more production and shipping space to the existing facility, as well as create 200 new jobs.
5th Axis Announces New Appointments to Sales Team
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
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.
Stratasys Partners With NOCTI for First-Ever FDM Process Certification
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The recognition from NOCTI marks a significant step toward strengthening education and building competent workforces in the field of additive manufacturing.
SMW Autoblok Vise System Provides Omnidirectional Clamping
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The Plus5 V5 Zero Point Vise system interfaces with all industry-standard products using 52 mm or 96 mm pin spacing, enabling it to readily become part of existing workholding systems.
Monaghan Compensation Chucks Convert Standard ER Holders
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Diatool ER Hydraulic Compensation Chucks enable users to convert standard ER holders to a repeatable, steerable hydraulic chuck for more precise machining.
Alpla refuerza su presencia en el mercado con adquisición de Fortiflex
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Alpla adquirió Fortiflex, compañía fabricante de envases con sede en Puerto Rico. Así, fortalece la división ALPLAindustrial y amplía su oferta como proveedor integral en la región del Caribe y Centroamérica.
Hillenbrand, Coca Cola and Net Impact Announce Second Annual Circular Plastic Case Competition
| Plastics Technology
Competition will invite participants to help reshape life cycle management in plastics.
Lithoz Invests in AMAREA 3D Printing Technology Which Combines Up to Six Different Materials in a Single Print Run
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The company is looking to actively support a new dimension of 3D printed, functionally graded components.
Hasco celebra un siglo de innovación en la industria de moldes
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
2024 marca un hito significativo para Hasco al conmemorar un centenario como especialistas en sistemas normalizados para moldes y herramentales. Descubra la evolución de la compañía y su visión para el futuro.
Is a Gear Pump Right for Your Single-Screw Operation
| Plastics Technology
As with everything else, there are pros and cons, but more of the former. They provide processors higher rates while decreasing the temperature of the extrudate while enabling downgauging.
Crece la importación de moldes de inyección en 2023
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El valor de la importación de “moldes para caucho o plástico para moldeo por inyección o compresión” creció 11.3% en el periodo enero-noviembre respecto a todo el 2022.
Revolution Acquires PolyAg Recycling
| Plastics Technology
Transition expected to strengthen existing position in agricultural film production and recycling.
Sandvik Coromant Grooving Tool Provides Stable Performance
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The CoroCut 2 system features an improved clamping finger design, which offers a higher clamping force and better side stability.
The Nuts and Bolts for Getting the Gaging Fixtures Right
George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop
Gage fixtures are the key to accurate and repeatable measurements, so make sure there is no play at its joints.
The next evolution in AFP
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
Automated fiber placement develops into more compact, flexible, modular and digitized systems with multi-material and process capabilities.