Platinum Tooling Begins Distributing Rev Broaching Tools

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Rev S.R.L.’s broaching solutions for CNC lathes and machining centers are said to be ideal for machining simple keyways or internal and external profiles, both teeth and splines.

Video Tech Brief: Swiss-type Lathe Features High-Damping Composite Casting

Derek Korn | Production Machining

A rigid casting design and chip control technology are among the various benefits of this Swiss-type lathe.

TTI Brings Specialty Gear Production In-House with Multiaxis Machining

| Modern Machine Shop

By investing in a 3+2-axis machine and utilizing simulation software for diagnostic checks, Techtronic Industries turned a four- to ten-week lead time into a one- to two-week lead time.

Ceratizit Bolsters Sales Roster With New Hires

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

John Cagle and Trent Larsen will serve as technical sales engineers for the company’s South Carolina and North Central sales teams, respectively. 

Improving Wastewater Management Efficiency

| Products Finishing

Don’t find yourself underwater when managing wastewater processes. Follow these steps to improve efficiency and determine the best ROI.

Biodegradable Lubricants Eliminate Cleanup Costs

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Bio-Air Tool Lubricants perform in many applications, offer better natural lubricity than petroleum-based oils and are safer for employees and the environment.

Tratamientos químicos en sistemas de transferencia de calor

| Plastics Technology México

Entienda el riesgo de biofilmes y corrosión en sistemas de agua y cómo un tratamiento químico adecuado puede extender la vida útil de su equipo.

What Is the Molders’ and Moldmakers’ View?

| Plastics Technology

Mixed in among thought leaders from leading suppliers to injection molders and mold makers at the 2023 Molding and MoldMaking conferences will be molders and toolmakers themselves. 

Ultralight Cargo Bikes Leverage 3D Printed Parts

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Carbon fiber bicycle maker Maniac & Sane developed a lightweight carbon fiber cargo bike with 3D printed components using Evonik’s Infinam PA12.

Inland Northwest consortium files application for aerospace composites center

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Nearly 50 aerospace leaders and research universities have filed an application with the EDA for federal designation and Phase 1 funding to create a composite aerostructures Tech Hub, the American Aerospace Materials Manufacturing Center.

7 Takeaways From America Makes MMX 2023

Peter Zelinski | Additive Manufacturing

America Makes just held its recent Members Meeting & Exchange. Here are observations related to cost and collaboration; digital manufacturing; and the sustainment and supply chain needs of the DoD.

JetZero accelerates BWB airliner development with $235 million Air Force award

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The commercial/military composite aircraft design will offer a 50% reduction in fuel burn and emissions with potential for future conversions to hydrogen.

Hot Runner Controller Offers Precise Temperature Control and Intuitive Operation

| MoldMaking Technology

Designed for low-cavitation molds, the Mold-Master TempMaster-ME unit is simple to operate/maintain, with several production and safety features.

Mansory program modifies Lamborghini Aventador sports car

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

In honor of the super sports car, the “one-of-one” converted Mansory Carbonado GTS combines visual aesthetics and technical functionality, complete with a full carbon fiber body and exterior composite components.

Gurit sees solid profitability improvement in first half of 2023

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Compared to 2022, an increase of 12.8% in unaudited net sales is led by positive sales in Composite Materials, Kitting and Manufacturing Solutions, as well as a noticeable uptick in wind, marine and industrial markets.

Italian Packaging Company Will Use Recycled PET From Food Trays to Produce New Film

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

AMB will use post-consumer recycled PET trays to produce food-safe film.

Renewable Lubricants Reduce Cleanup Costs

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Bio-Air Tool Lubricants perform in many applications, offer better natural lubricity than petroleum-based oils and are safer for employees and the environment.

Impacto del remolido en el moldeo: análisis y estrategias

John Bozzelli | Plastics Technology México

Comprenda las complejidades del material remolido, desde su definición hasta su uso. Descubra estrategias alternativas para optimizar su aplicación.

CDMX y WEF lanzan plataforma de acción para los plásticos

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Sedema y el Foro Económico Mundial presentan la plataforma de acción para los plásticos de la CDMX como hoja de ruta para incrementar el índice de circularidad.

Extrusión: Relación de bombeo en tornillo de dos etapas

Jim Frankland | Plastics Technology México

Análisis detallado sobre el uso de una relación de bombeo fija en el diseño de tornillo de dos etapas de 2.5 pulgadas. Entienda su impacto en la viscosidad y el proceso.

AddiTec Acquires Elem Additive Solutions From Xerox

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The acquisition enables AddiTec to expand its reach into liquid metal printing technology, opening up new opportunities for growth.

Prensas de troquelado de pequeñas dimensiones

Ángela Andrea Castro | Modern Machine Shop México

Meximold: Millutensil (stand 115) exhibirá en Meximold la prensa BV30E, la cual está diseñada para el ajuste, comprobación y reparación de moldes pequeños y medianos.