NCC composite cryogenic tanks successfully tested with LH2

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Thirty-liter single-piece and split-piece tank constructions underwent various pressures and test cycles while maintaining full integrity. End boss design testing is underway.

Mito Materials graphene amplify composite fly fishing rod performance

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Functionalized graphene addition to premium-performance Evos and Evos Salt fly rods by St. Croix Fly enables faster recovery, increased torsional rigidity and improved strength-to-weight ratios.

Mikrosam filament production line supports Amargo tank production

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Mikrosam system features will support the production of Amargo’s chemically resistant pressure vessels or hydrogen storage in industrial plants.

Raise3D composite 3D printers feature open material platform

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The RMF500 and E2CF 3D systems are equipped with enhancements to ensure precise and reliable handling of multiple chopped fiber filaments, polymers.

Rosti North America Opens Digital Innovation Lab

| Plastics Technology

Rosti says its new lab will support injection molding and advance rapid prototyping. 

KraussMaffei completes largest relocation project to Parsdorf

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

One of four relocation projects since 2018, the modernized site will enable the 185-year-old company to operate efficiently, digitally and sustainably.

Braskem demonstrates PP solutions using Weav3D composite lattice technology

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Partnership combines Braskem’s polypropylene sheets with Weav3D Rebar for Plastics technology to address new structural, automotive applications requiring high-strength, lightweight material solutions.  

RFID Applied to Hot Runner Systems

| Plastics Technology

Hasco says the adapted variant of the Mold Tag makes it possible to read out all data on the hot half or a wired system directly on a smartphone.

Manifold Blocks for Flexible Cooling Circuits

| MoldMaking Technology

Hasco’s Z920/ manifold blocks create a centralized inflow/outflow location that enables the use of shorter hoses in mold heating/cooling systems.

North American Distributor for Italian Blow Molding Heads and Stretch-Blow Molds

Matthew Naitove | Plastics Technology

Globeius now offers Preven blow molding heads and tooling in U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Solukon’s Metal Powder Collection Unit Offers Simple, Safe Material Handling

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

With the SFM-PCU integrated into the additive manufacturing system, users no longer have direct contact with the powder material during depowdering — the powder remains in a closed system at all times.

3DEO Wins Design Excellence Awards

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

3DEO was recognized for outstanding applications of powder metallurgy.

Precision Machining Technology Review October 2023

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s October 2023 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Tungaloy-NTK America Inc., Renishaw, Walter USA, Seco Tools and Haimer USA.

Lyndex-Nikken Presetter Optimizes Spindle Uptime

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The E346V+ presetter enables the measurement of tools for both mills and lathes to be done offline.

Speedgrip Chuck Company Announces New Leadership

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Mathew Mayer has been appointed to president of the company. He brought a number of new additions to the company’s executive team as well.

JTEKT Technology Days Showcases Synergies

Julia Hider | Modern Machine Shop

The event took place following the company’s completion of its new showroom and decision to merge several of its brands under the JTEKT name.
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Planned Demonstration Facility Will Produce Acrylonitrile from Bio-based Glycerol

| Plastics Technology

Trillium announced its partnership with Zeton to design its demonstration facility for converting plant-based glycerol into acrylonitrile.

TPU for Selective Laser Sintering

| Plastics Technology

CRP Technology introduced Windform TPU material for additive manufacturing.

Sistema de sujeción de herramientas reduce el consumo de refrigerante

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

Rego-Fix añadió el mecanizado con lubricación de calidad mínima a su sistema de sujeción de herramientas PowRGrip para reducir el consumo de refrigerante y acortar tiempos de ciclo.

Tungaloy Grooving Toolholders Provide Stable Turning

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

TungHeavyGroove includes an enhanced insert clamping design for maximum tool rigidity.

Con fechas confirmadas para 2024, cierra una nueva edición de Meximold

| Plastics Technology México

Luego del vibrante reencuentro de la industria de moldes, troqueles y herramentales en 2023, Meximold regresará los días 9 y 10 de octubre de 2024 al Querétaro Centro de Congresos.  

BeSpline wins IBEX Innovation Award, announces partnership with Boston Boatworks for Shaped Foam Kits

Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld

CAD-driven fabrication uses adaptive mold technology for lighter, stronger, higher quality boat structures without time and cost of building a mold while drastically reducing core fitting time for yacht builders.