Diatool Top Speed Ring Provides Fast, Precise Reaming

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

The TSR is well suited for long production runs of large diameter bores, precision reaming of heavy equipment components or any application requiring precise and repeatable bore sizes.

Marposs presenta el ajustador óptico de herramientas VTS SF-45 Compact

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El ajustador de herramientas ópticas VTS SF-45 Compact, de Marposs, mide en espacios reducidos.

June GBI: Moldmaking — More of the Same

Jan Schafer | MoldMaking Technology

Several components contracted even faster in June, driving a consecutive second 0.6-point drop in moldmaking activity.

Dillon Claw Jaws Provide Increased Holding Power

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

The company’s claw jaws are designed to bite into the workpiece, enabling more aggressive turning.

Uso de la Inteligencia Artificial en la programación CNC

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Sebastián Vázquez, de Hexagon Manufacturing, dice que el uso de la Inteligencia Artificial en la programación CNC está comenzando a introducirse en México.

Viscometer Line Offers Measurement, Repeatability, Reporting

| Products Finishing

The Byko-visc RT Rotational Viscometer from Gardco provides detailed results analysis and review.

Axiom Group Doubles Manufacturing Space of Mexico Facility

| MoldMaking Technology

An 80,000-square-foot expansions adds to Axiom’s existing building, in addition to the purchase of eight injection molding machines.

Airbus inaugurates new Toulouse-based A320 final assembly line

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Final assembly line will contribute to A320 Family production rate increase of 75 aircraft/month in 2026, adding to Airbus’ 10 assembly sites.

Broetje-Automation presents automated sealing solutions for aerocomposites

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Versatile and precise system options, whether semi- or fully automated, can be tailored to individual process requirements for composite or metallic materials, ultimately reducing process steps, labor hours and cost.

Compact Stack Mold for Thin-Wall Packaging

| MoldMaking Technology

Oerlikon HRSflow says the patent-pending design allows the use of smaller injection molding machines while still promising the high output a stack mold tool.

Reusable vacuum bagging solutions for composite applications

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

CAMX 2023: Smartech underscores its industrial reusable vacuum bagging products for reduced waste, easy debulking and the capability to be used for complex projects.

Norco facility completes three-year AS9100 certification cycle

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The composites manufacturer’s Winfrith location receives its third successful audit citing good practices and high standards maintenance.

Aalto HAPS extends Zephyr UAS connectivity to the Caribbean

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

An MOU signed with Bermuda-based Paradise Mobile develops stratospheric 4G/5G connectivity solutions for the region using the composite Zephyr solar-powered aircraft.

Finishing Systems Provider Celebrates 150 Years, Looks to Future

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

From humble beginnings as an Indiana-based tin shop, Koch Finishing Systems has evolved into one of the most trusted finishing equipment providers in the industry.

Justifying Investments in Automation and Smart Solutions

| Products Finishing

Corey Sorrento of Carlisle Fluid Technologies discusses the long-term benefits and payoffs for investing in AI-driven technologies for your paint line. 
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Replacing Discontinued Vapor Degreasing Fluids – 3 Things to Consider

| Products Finishing

What do you do when you learn your trusted line of vapor degreasing cleaning fluids will soon be discontinued? Elizabeth Norwood of MicroCare discusses what you should keep in mind when replacing discontinued vapor degreasing fluids.

Blasting Beads Made of Lead-Free Natron Glass

| Products Finishing

SwarcoBlast blasting media are made for use in a multitude of surface refinement applications.

EPSI Relaunches Custom Masking Program

Scott Francis | Products Finishing

EPSI’s plotter cutting provides custom solutions for complicated masks and irregular shapes.

Turned and Polished Steel Barstock: How It Is Manufactured, How It Impacts Your Shop

Miles Free | Production Machining

Understanding the benefits provided by turned and polished steel barstock and its differences from cold-drawn steel barstock can help you and your team avoid unexpected performance issues. 

Prensas autocentrantes de Mate cuentan con mordazas de cambio rápido

Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México

El sistema de sujeción de piezas 52/96, de Mate Precision Technologies, está diseñado para maximizar la capacidad de sujeción en centros de mecanizado de tres, cuatro y cinco ejes.

Husillos versátiles para centros de mecanizado

| Modern Machine Shop México

IBAG North América llevó a FITMA 2023 husillos de alta velocidad para conseguir un maquinado más eficaz, y lograr un acabado superficial de óptima calidad.