JEC announces three JEC Startup Booster 2024 winners

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Out of the 20 startups, Zila BioWorks, TechnoCarbon Technologies and BioHalo were recognized for broader collaboration opportunities.

Toray announces Cetex TC915 PA+ thermoplastic tape

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Strengthened polyamide-based unidirectional tape has been added to the Cetex portfolio, addressing high-performance applications.

Vixiv Developing AI Alternative to Generative Design

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

Newly opened Ohio facility is where geometric cells are made and tested to inform the machine learning system that will “know,” without computation, what 3D printed form satisfies a given set of needs.

Suites de software de perfiles de HGG aumentan el uso de materiales

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

ProCAM y ProCAM Lite, suites de software de HGG Profiling Equipment, están proyectadas para las máquinas de perfilado de HGG.

Innovance adquiere Jorgensen para expandir su portafolio industrial

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Jorgensen, reconocido proveedor con más de 73 años en el sector de manufactura y soluciones industriales, se integra a la familia de Innovance, fortaleciendo su oferta con un enfoque en la innovación y el rendimiento.

Mold Tracking, Simplified Cooling Line Coupling and More

Tony Deligio | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Hasco, which marks its 100th anniversary in 2024, highlights multiple product lines making their U.S. show debut, as well as a revamped responsive website that simplifies online ordering.

Understanding the Effect of Pressure Losses on Injection Molded Parts

| Plastics Technology

The compressibility of plastics as a class of materials means the pressure punched into the machine control and the pressure the melt experiences at the end of fill within the mold will be very different. What does this difference mean for process consistency and part quality?

Starrett Measurement Systems Provide Repeatable Results

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The company’s optical and video-based measurement systems combine high-resolution images, intuitive software and precision mechanical platforms.

Blender Built for Hard-to-Handle Materials

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: New series targets application using recycled materials. Quick-change feeder also debuts.  

Source One Plastics Starts Up Plastic Waste Sorting and Recycling Facility

| Plastics Technology

Dry processing method is used to reduce energy consumption.

For PLASTICS' CEO Seaholm, NPE to Shine Light on Sustainability Successes

| MoldMaking Technology

With advocacy, communication and sustainability as three main pillars, Seaholm leads a trade association to NPE that ‘is more active today than we have ever been.’    

Allegheny Performance Plastics to Enter Health Care Sector

| Plastics Technology

The custom molder has secured multiple projects in health care and will be adding cleanroom and white-room spaces, as well as injection molding machines, in support.

Continuous Mixer Supports Mechanical and Chemical Recycling Applications

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

NPE2024: Recycling solution works for a variety of situations including pyrolysis.

Anuncian segunda edición de la Competencia de Plástico Circular

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Hillenbrand, Coca-Cola y Net Impact invitan a participar en esta iniciativa para desarrollar ideas que transformen la cadena de valor de los plásticos y promuevan una economía más circular y sostenible.  

ProShop Provides ERP Technology to Purdue Engineering School

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

The ProShop Digital Ecosystem will be used as the inventory management and ERP system at Purdue University’s Industrial Engineering School.

Plataine unveils AI-based autoclave scheduling optimization tool

| CompositesWorld

The Autoclave Scheduler is designed to increase autoclave throughput, save operational costs and energy, and contribute to sustainable composite manufacturing.

Carbon Conversions offers 3D printing filament reinforced with rCF

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Development of re-Evo TDR products that work on a majority of 3D printers is now an available option for companies sending in their carbon fiber waste.

Gurit full year 2023 report highlights steady growth in wind, marine and industrial businesses

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Net sales gains of approximately $522 million were achieved through continued interest in core, prepreg, Corecell and recycled PET foam products, anticipates additional gains with 2024 global footprint.

Hexcel launches HexTow IM9 24K intermediate modulus carbon fiber

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Workhorse carbon fiber is particularly suited to primary and secondary aerospace vehicle structure development, aided by its high tensile strength and modulus.

Airtech, Caracol grow LFAM with Dalhtram resins, Heron AM pairing

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

New partnership will see Dahltram resins qualified for integration with Caracol’s Heron AM platform.

Hybrid CAM Strategy Enables High-Quality, Efficient Mold Repair

| MoldMaking Technology

As CAM technology requirements accelerate, and the market for additive/hybrid processes evolves, Open Mind highlights its hyperMILL for efficient repair or rework of molds.

Massivit, Sika to co-brand digital tooling materials for Massivit 10000 series

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Strategic MOU initially introduces SikaBiresin CIM 120 and SikaBiresin CIM 80 to serve crucial composites market needs for 3D printing tooling, prototyping and more.