Mold/Die Software Establishes Higher Productivity for Mold Development

| MoldMaking Technology

Cimatron powers up version 2024 of its CAD/CAM software, providing stronger core capabilities and new tools for advanced moldmaking with an emphasis on automation, simplified UX, productivity, process management and digital connectivity.  

Companies Collaborate to Prove Value of AI for Supply Chain

| Products Finishing

AI-enabled marketplace delivers cost and time savings and improves quality and efficiency in manufacturing on demand and sourcing solutions.

Sutco Managing Director Speaks on Policy Needs for Ensuring Recycling Material Flows Prioritize Sustainability

| Plastics Technology

In a VDMA interview, Michael Ludden discussed the future of recycling and the interactions between chemical and mechanical.

Modular drill platform assists with composite drilling

| CompositesWorld

CAMX 2023: The KenTip FS Modular Drill platform from Kennametal can help maximize efficiency with straight-bodied flutes, ultra-high polished chip flutes and smart wrench insertion.

Mubea invertirá 57.7 millones de dólares en Coahuila

| Modern Machine Shop México

Mubea invertirá 57.7 millones de dólares para construir su tercera planta en la entidad, que se ubicará en el municipio de Ramos Arizpe.

Fakuma 2023: Arburg Extends Hybrid Range, Introduces New Service

| Plastics Technology

Arburg will have nine exhibits on its own stand and another 10 machines on partner stands with live demonstrations of applications, processes and trends in injection molding and 3D printing.

Walter Milling Tools Cut Difficult-to-Machine Materials

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Walter has expanded its solid carbide milling offering with new inch tools for hard, high-temperature alloys.

Episode 41: Chase Hogoboom, T.J. Perrotti, Composite Energy Technologies Inc.

Scott Francis | CompositesWorld

Chase Hogoboom (president) and TJ Perrotti (senior Naval architect and chief design engineer), CET Photo Credit: Composite Energy Technologies Inc.

Thermoplastic honeycomb, lightweight solar modules demonstrate sustainability

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2023: Together, EconCore and ThermHex are providing a first look at new product variations for additional lightweight opportunities, including high-performance thermoplastic cores and solar panels with a honeycomb structure.

Verisurf 2024 Features New Productivity Workflows, Device Compatibility

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

The latest update to the Verisurf software includes nearly one hundred new productivity workflows, enhancements and additions to enhance users’ efficiency, quality and throughput,

Mastercam Acquires CAM Post-Processing Software Developer

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Postability will enable Mastercam users to acquire a broader range of post-processing technology with streamlined support and responsiveness.

Software actualizado de SmartCAMcnc presenta mejoras funcionales

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

SmartCAMcnc presenta mejoras en la herramienta de consulta de datos de elementos que facilitan la búsqueda de datos específicos.

German Retailer's Packaging Incorporates Digital Watermarking

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Netto announced that packaging for its store branded products now has covert digital watermarking to facilitate checkout and recycling.

Asahi Kasei amplía su oficina con foco en la movilidad sostenible

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La reubicación estratégica de las oficinas de Asahi Kasei fortalece los objetivos de la compañía específicamente en la industria automotriz norteamericana.

Dow desarrolla empaque para café hecho con polietileno reciclable

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Dow presentó una solución de empaque que asegura la calidad y frescura del café colombiano Sello Rojo, al tiempo que reduce la huella de carbono del producto y promueve la economía circular.

Five-Layer Polyolefin-Dedicated Film Line

| Plastics Technology

Five-layer line suited to handle PCR.  

Emerging Leader Introduces CNC Swiss to Students

Lori Beckman | Production Machining

Mike Medeiros, production manager at North Easton Machine Co., has been advocating CNC Swiss lathes for years, attempting to persuade his local high school’s administration to add the technology to the school’s machining program. Finally, his efforts paid off.

VIDEO: Benefits of Simulation to the Mold Builder, Molder

Christina Fuges | MoldMaking Technology

Mike Skaja, a technical sales representative at Sigmasoft Virtual Molding, discusses the value of simulation in the moldmaking process.

Composite railway transom installation to replace timber alternatives

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

University of Southern Queensland researchers, in collaboration with Austrak, evaluate real-time conditions of FRP and water-based materials used on new Australian rainlway transoms.

Saertex presents joint innovations in rail during Stadler, Tallers Xuquer workshop

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The textile reinforcement manufacturer was invited to Spain to present its composite materials for use in the rail sector through a four-day workshop.

CRP 3D printing composites optimize Formula SAE team’s racing performance

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Long-term CRP USA and UVic Formula Racing partnership has culminated in the development of versatile, durable carbon fiber-filled components that continue deliver on the track.

Wireless Electronic Depth Gages Accurately Measure Holes, Slots and Recesses

| MoldMaking Technology

W640JZ, W643JZ and W644JZ precision gage models by The L.S. Starrett Co. are easy to use and wireless for more convenient and rapid measurement taking.