Designing and manufacturing turbine test nacelles

Hannah Mason | CompositesWorld

Michigan-based Ground Test Solutions (GTS) shares the design and manufacturing processes involved in building composite nacelle components used in testing jet and helicopter engines.

Episode 44: Andy West, Sonichem

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

CW interviews Dr. Andy West of Sonichem, about the company’s ultrasonic process for converting biomass into lignin, as well as other biomaterials of interest for composites manufacturing.

Precision Machining Technology Review: February 2024

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s February 2024 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Index Corp., Edge Technologies, Kyzen, SMW Autoblok and more.

NASF/AESFF Announce Electroplating & Surface Finishing Course

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

This web-based training program is designed for operators and supervisors of job shops and captive shops applying a broad range of surface finishes on a variety of substrates.
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Herramienta de fresado de Trumpf proporciona una precisión repetible

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

La herramienta de fresado de cantos TruTool TKA 1500, de Trumpf, cuenta con características actualizadas para crear cantos de lámina con precisión repetible.

MPI Launches AI Project to Create Material Reuse Management Tool for Metal 3D Printing

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

MPI is working with Additive Manufacturing Solutions and AMFG to create a versatile, commercial predictive material reuse management tool that will enable additive manufacturing to expand by introducing greater cost efficiencies.

Rework and Recoating Powder

Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing

Powder coating rework requires more than just recoating the part. Products Finishing columnist and powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert discusses proper steps that should be taken to ensure a quality finish. 

Oelheld Coolant Increases Metal Removal Rates

Angela Osborne | Modern Machine Shop

The odorless coolant is said to offer increased removal rates, lower electrode wear, excellent surface qualities, lower refill quantities and longevity to provide lower overall operating costs.

El 50 % de la Inversión Extrajera Directa en 2023 fue para el sector manufacturero

| Modern Machine Shop México

En total, México registró más de 36,000 millones de dólares por concepto de Inversión Extranjera Directa al cierre de 2023.

How to Choose the Right Automation Solution for Your Shop

John Miller | Modern Machine Shop

Consider what types of implementation your shop prefers when deciding between workpiece-handling and pallet-handling automation solutions.

In the Zone: Bottles

| Plastics Technology

NPE2024: The Bottle Zone is the place to explore cutting-edge bottle and container technologies.

Black Gained Popularity in Automotive Color Wheel

Lori Beckman | Products Finishing

While white continues to hold its position as the most popular color for light passenger vehicles, it has seen a notable decrease in market share. In contrast, black has surged in popularity.

Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics Introduces the New Agi-Sonic AS-6000 Ultrasonic Parts Cleaning Systems

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

The AS-6000 has payload capacity up to 500 lbs and tank volumes of up to 675gallons.

United Grinding Hires New Manager Director for Mexico Territory

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Alonso Acevedo brings 27 years of experience in the machine tool industry, including 12 years on the end-user side and 15 years in various sales roles.

Panel discussions, presentations highlight intelligent process technologies for composites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

JEC World 2024: In addition to providing insights and success stories regarding automation and digitalization opportunities in composites, sensXPERT offers attendees a free material characterization opportunity.

Update: THOR project for industrialized, recyclable thermoplastic composite tanks for hydrogen storage

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

A look into the tape/liner materials, LATW/recycling processes, design software and new equipment toward commercialization of Type 4.5 tanks.

Titan Tool Supply 16-LED ring illuminator streamlines composites QA, analysis

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Model TR.L1 accessory maintains lighting, energy output and flexible integration features for use in industrial microscopy workflows.

Localized Mold Temperature Control Reduces Knit Lines, Optimizes Melt Flow

| MoldMaking Technology

NPE2024: Dynamic localized mold temperature control Heat-Inject Technology by Incoe Corp. demonstrates how the part surface quality and the filling of the cavity is optimized with relatively little effort using targeted heat pulses.  

Materi’act Dallas formed to deliver sustainable compounds to North America carmakers

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

A joint venture between Forvia’s Materi’act and PCR Recycling, the Texas-based company expects to produce recycled polymers that strengthen the demand and use of sustainable materials in automotive and other industries.

Expo-Net invests in low-carbon central warehouse

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

More centralized storage for thermoplastic netting, mesh and filtration products to improve materials handling and site efficiency, prepare business for future expansion.

Fast-Response Hot Runner Controller

| Plastics Technology

MCS hot runner control systems from PCS company are designed to optimize performance, communication and control.  

Airborne to supply composites cutting/kitting equipment to Airbus Helicopters

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Fully digital Kit by Light systems will enable faster, simpler and more efficient composite ply management at Airbus’ Donauwörth facility.