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Divergent Technologies Acquires Sigma Additive Solutions’ Software, Intellectual Property
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The purchase of Sigma Additive's in-process monitoring software and IP will enhance the efficiency and quality control within the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) platform.
Finland’s Largest Metal 3D Print Withstands Pressure Vessel Test, Vastly Exceeding Expectations
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
The pressure vessel was created in cooperation between Andritz Savonlinna Works and the Finish Additive Manufacturing Ecosystem (FAME), and withstood the nondestructive and destructive tests carried out by LUT University.
Imagine A World Where Polymers Were First
Michael Sepe | Plastics Technology
One reason for the disproportionate attention that plastics receive in the environmental conversation is that they are newcomers. Perhaps if we had been relying on them for thousands of years, we’d view them differently.
Mazak Horizontal Turning Center Enables Versatile Machining
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The QT-Ez 8MSY horizontal turning machine integrates seamlessly with bar feeders and robots, and accepts many additional options to tailor it to the needs of any shop.
En octubre creció la confianza empresarial en México
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
El Indicador de Confianza Empresarial de la industria manufacturera llegó a 54 puntos en octubre y se mantuvo por 29 meses consecutivos arriba del umbral de los 50 puntos.
ERP Provider Demonstrates Streamlined Installation
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
Steelhead Technologies claims 36-hour ERP deployment sets new industry standard.
Sandvik Coromant Furthers Sustainability Commitment
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
Following validation from the Science Based Target initiative, Sandvik Coromant is working toward several revised sustainability goals.
Nexa3D Plans to Acquire Essentium
| Plastics Technology
Merger is expected to add high speed extrusion printing to Nexa3D's portfolio.
Enhanced Digital Factory Tool Quantifies Carbon Footprint of Automated Depowdering
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Solukon has enhanced its Digital Factory Tool, which integrates additive manufacturing automation and quality assurance, giving the sensor and interface kit a more comprehensive transparency in automated depowdering.
Editorial Advisory Board 2023-2026: Meet Board Member James Jergens, Ascend Innovative Mold
Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology
The 2023-2026 version of MoldMaking Technology's EAB features a new crew of industry professionals. Meet James Jergens.
Q&A: How a Self-Taught Machinist Started His Own Business
| Modern Machine Shop
This machinist found an opportunity in a niche market and decided to learn machining and create his own business. Here's how he did it.
Cut Loading Time Through Direct Charge Blending
| Plastics Technology
Direct charge blender loading, a vacuum-powered automation process, can dramatically improve loading time and reduce material costs. In this article, we address ten common questions to help you determine if the systems are right for your facility.
Gardner Business Index - October 2023: 45.4
Jan Schafer | Gardner Intelligence
The Gardner Business Index (GBI) has danced around 45 since June.
As far as components go, October was mostly more of the same relative to September.
VBN Components Offers High-Performance Materials Development as a Service
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Formnext 2023: VBN Components is exploring new possibilities in metal materials development, including promising prospects with hard metals and refractories.
CCAI Finishing Education Foundation Receives Grant From PPG Foundation
| Products Finishing
CCAI FEF received a grant from the PPG Foundation to support its summer camp initiative.
HP Partners With INDO-MIM to Expand Metal Additive Manufacturing
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Formnext: INDO-MIM has initially invested in three HP Metal Jet S100 printers as part of this collaboration and is in the process of becoming a certified partner of HP’s Digital Manufacturing Network (DMN) of leading manufacturers serving international markets across the globe.
Linetec Hires Client Development Manager
| Products Finishing
Linetec welcomes Aaron du Point as a client development manager.
Bay Plastics Partners Up for LFT Pelletizing
| Plastics Technology
Bay Plastics joins with Colorado Legacy Group to help burgeoning LFT applications that include PP- and nylon-based products in conductive plastics and stainless steel fiber.
Blow-Off Station Adds to Ultrasonic Cleaning Effectiveness
| MoldMaking Technology
Blue Wave Ultrasonic cleaning systems can be integrated with a blow-off station for a convenient place to blow dry molds and inspect for cleanliness.
PLASTICS Presents NPE2024 Education Sessions
| MoldMaking Technology
NPE’s academic program has been redesigned to aid advancement within the plastics industry.
Cobra, Schmitt Marine collaborate on composite steering wheel for motor yachts
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Primus CF wheel is comprised of carbon fiber prepreg skins and an epoxy glass fiber core, offered as a top-of-the-range option for premium vessel owners.
FACC signs multiyear agreement with Pratt & Whitney for fan case MRO
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
FACC is growing its component repair services with the repair and overhaul of its customer’s composite PW800 turbofan engines.