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.