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Extrusión de plásticos: proceso, extrusoras y aplicaciones
Ángela Andrea Castro | Plastics Technology México
Desde la elección del material hasta la producción final, descubra cómo funciona la extrusión de plásticos, los distintos procesos y máquinas extrusoras disponibles y cómo elegir el material ideal según la aplicación.
This Shop is Taking an Automated Aerospace Approach
Derek Korn | Production Machining
A flexible manufacturing system helps an Indiana job shop run a mix of aerospace work for long stretches of time and function more like a contract shop.
T.J. Davies Retention Knobs Harden Over Time
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Each retention knob is magnetic particle tested and pull tested to 2.5X the pulling force of the drawbar it is designed for.
Soluciones para el desgaste de husillos en extrusión
Jim Frankland | Plastics Technology México
Descubra las soluciones efectivas para combatir el acuñamiento y la desalineación en husillos, y mejorar el rendimiento de su máquina extrusora.
Tsugami America Appoints New VP of Sales, Business Manager
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
Salay Quaranta has joined Tsugami America as vice president of sales for North America. Austin Campbell has also joined the company as a business unit manager.
Automation Plus Capabilities Beyond Machining Featured at Mazak Event
Peter Zelinski | Modern Machine Shop
Friction stir welding is one example of a capability for emerging applications that changes the scope of the machine tool. Here are observations from Mazak’s Discover 2023 event.
Tezmaksan Automation System Enables Seamless Integration
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
CubeBox enables users to program robots using visual elements, drag-and-drop functionality and predefined templates.
Archer to establish international presence in UAE
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
An agreement with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office will see Archer’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft service operating in the UAE by 2026, as well as establishment of an international facility and headquarters.
Bedford fixed-access ReadyLadder is certified for use in wet conditions
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
GFRP ReadyLadder joins Bedford Reinforced Plastics’ NSF-certified product portfolio, meeting stringent water contact standards.
High-Efficiency Milling Excels in Specialized Parts Production
| MoldMaking Technology
GF Machining Solutions Mikron Mill E 500 U offers moldmakers a sturdy, reliable five-axis machine with integrated automation opportunities.
Chiller Lines Updated to EPA-Approved Refrigerants
| Plastics Technology
Thermal Care’s chillers now utilize EPA-approved low Global Warming Potential (GWP) R‐454B and R‐513A refrigerants.
#regulations
Axine Water Technologies Expands Leadership Team
| Products Finishing
Axine Water Technologies is expanding its leadership team to support its growth in industrial wastewater treatment of PFAS and other contaminants.
Engel Shifts Customer Portal Into a Production Portal, Adds Moldex3D to Simulation Offering
| Plastics Technology
The injection molding machine supplier is utilizing software company TIG, acquired in 2016, to reimagine its e-connect portal and has added Moldex3D to its sim link offering.
VIDEO: What You Need to Know about the R&D Tax Credit Today
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
A team member from Strike Tax Advisory reviews the tax changes that are impacting the R&D credits for mold builders.
#regulations
‘Breakthough’ Nucleating Agent for Range of PP Applications
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
CAI Performance Additives’ new ST-NAP32 nucleator boosts PP performance for improved lithium battery separators, injection-molded products and PP-R pipe.
Hennig Inc. Acquires Industrial Coolant Systems
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
ICS develops and field tests high-pressure coolant systems, coolant filtration systems and other machine tool solutions.
Video Tech Brief: Live-Tool, Y-Axis CNC Lathe with a Compact Footprint
Derek Korn | Production Machining
This small footprint, big-bore lathe offers a generous work envelope. The addition of Y-axis and live tooling enables milling, drilling and tapping for increased machine capabilities.
Medical-Grade Antimicrobial Masterbatch
| Plastics Technology
Developed to protect plastic components in health care facilities against the proliferation of microorganisms.
Lyndex-Nikken Presetter Optimizes Spindle Uptime
Chris Pasion | Production Machining
The E346V+ presetter enables the measurement of tools for both mills and lathes to be done offline.
Fakuma 2023: vitrina para las tendencias en la industria del plástico
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
Descubra las últimas tendencias en eficiencia energética, sostenibilidad y aplicaciones basadas en inteligencia artificial que destaca Fakuma 2023.
Good Advice? Ask 5 Questions
Matthew Kirchner | Products Finishing
Even one new detail uncovered by good questions might alter the advice we would have offered in the first place.