Mexican Media Brands
Thermoplastic tape friction tester completed at TPRC
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Delivered and implemented at Toray Advanced Composites, the setup seeks to eliminate defects during hot press forming thermoplastic tapes.
HyFiVE research gains insight into metal-composite joining
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
HyFiVE project came to a close in 2023, providing new insight for adhesive-free joining of metal and fiber-reinforced technologies for maritime construction.
Breaking the Barrier: An Emerging Force in 9-Layer Film Packaging
Jim Callari | Plastics Technology
Hamilton Plastics taps into its 30-plus years of know-how in high-barrier films by bringing novel, custom-engineered, nine-layer structures resulting from the investment in two new lines.
Walter Indexable Drill Inserts Provide High Wear Resistance
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The WNN15 drilling grade features a hard substrate, which provides high cutting-edge strength and sharpness on indexable inserts.
Additive/Subtractive Hybrid CNC Machine Tools Continue to Make Gains (Includes Video)
Peter Zelinski | Modern Machine Shop
The hybrid machine tool is an idea that continues to advance. Two important developments of recent years expand the possibilities for this platform.
Kolene Corp. Appoints New V.P. of Research and Development
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Dr. Louis R. Pignotti joined Kolene in September 2012 as a senior research chemist, and progressed through the lab to chief chemist in January 2016 until his recent promotion.
Five Ways to Increase Productivity for Injection Molders
| Plastics Technology
Faster setups, automation tools and proper training and support can go a long way.
State-of-the-art composites cutting, machining solutions ensure accuracy, ease of operation
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
JEC World 2024: Compcut is presenting its advanced composites saw (ACS) and precision composite router (PCR), in addition to inviting attendees to bring their own materials for demonstration purposes.
PiovanGroup Rebrands, with Mostly Minor Name Changes
Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology
For the most part, subsidiary company names will remain, with slight modifications meant to enhance the Group’s identity.
Take Full Advantage of Industry Events
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
As travel plans ramp up for the year, what industry events will you attend? Products Finishing offers a quick look at some of the upcoming opportunities for 2024.
Ejector Pin Selection Guide
| MoldMaking Technology
A review of materials, treatments and coatings to help determine the proper pins for optimized plastic part ejection.
Máquinas-herramienta inteligentes: automatización y eficiencia en la EMO
Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México
Desde sistemas de mecanizado 5 ejes capaces de procesar piezas de hasta 1.000 kg, pasando por soluciones de automatización avanzada, hasta la digitalización y la gestión de datos de producción, marcas líderes como DMG Mori, Heller, Index, WFL, Grob, Anca, Keba y THK develaron sus últimas innovaciones en la EMO hannover. Conózcalas en detalle.
Hot Runner System for Commodity Resins
| Plastics Technology
NPE2024: Mold-Masters’ EcoONE series hot runner system is optimized for processing commodity resins for simple, cost-sensitive applications.
Tosaf’s Investments in North America Result in 40% Increase in Production Capacity
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
Backed by a global presence, Tosaf provides localized additive and color solutions, and services for the plastic industry in North America.
Places to Eat at NPE2024
| Plastics Technology
If you’re looking for somewhere to eat during your time at NPE2024, check out these restaurants.
New Year, New MMS Horizons
Evan Doran | GROW
2024 marks the debut of several new feature types in Modern Machine Shop. Between these and our long-form series, the team is continuing to learn both skills and knowledge crucial to MMS’ growth.
Moen’s Flowing Success with Rotary Transfer Technology
| Production Machining
The popular faucet manufacturer has adopted new CNC rotary transfer equipment to produce valves for its new generation of Widespread faucets.
Motion Industries Appoints Senior VP of Strategy, Markets
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Chris Cleland will lead Motion’s strategy development for its business groups, as well as the e-commerce and digital teams.
Messe Düsseldorf abre el registro de expositores para la feria K 2025
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Messe Düsseldorf abre la convocatoria para expositores a la feria K 2025 que se llevará a cabo en Düsseldorf del 8 al 15 de octubre de 2025. La fecha límite para inscripciones será el 31 de mayo de 2024.
Bodycote Expands Its Medical Market Reach with Acquisition
Lori Beckman | Products Finishing
Bodycote has acquired Lake City Heat Treating, based in Warsaw, Indiana, and is a medical market provider of hot isostatic pressing (HIP) and vacuum heat treatment services.
Efficient, Innovative and Sustainable Component Cleaning for the Entire Production Chain
| Products Finishing
Whether degreasing, classic component cleaning or high-purity applications — the demands on cleaning solutions have increased in all areas of the manufacturing industry.
Total Energies Converts Feedstocks From Plastic Waste Into New Polymer at LaPorte Plant
| Plastics Technology
Pyrolysis product from New Hope Energy was used to create monomer at BASF-Total Energies facility in Port Arthur, then polymerized to PP at Laporte