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May Moldmaking Index Trends Downward
Jan Schafer | MoldMaking Technology
Contraction, experienced by most May components, continues to be familiar territory for the GBI: Moldmaking Index.
SPE lanza convocatoria para la competencia bienal de piezas
María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México
La fecha límite para la presentación de piezas termoformadas para esta competencia, que este año incluirá dos nuevas categorías, es el 23 de septiembre.
AMT Announces IMTS 2024 Floor Plan
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2024 will include demonstrations featuring robots, cobots, vision systems, as well as other manufacturing processes such as additive manufacturing, CNC machining, metrology and part handling.
Online Energy Savings Calculator Promotes Energy Efficiency
| Products Finishing
An online energy savings calculator from AkzoNobel aims to help customers determine how to reduce energy usage.
Cinco razones para vivir la experiencia FITMA
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Del 20 al 22 de junio de 2023 en el Centro Citibanamex de la Ciudad de México se realizará la segunda edición de la Feria Internacional de Tecnología y Manufactura (FITMA).
Modular Screw Optimized for Microcellular Foam Molding
| Plastics Technology
KraussMaffei says its HPS-Physical Foaming screw features a universal design and 30% higher plasticizing capacity for MuCell molding.
Compact Stack Mold for Thin-Wall Packaging
| Plastics 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.
Mazak MegaStir Will Be Exclusive Tooling Supplier for Meld Solid Deposition Technology
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Mazak MegaStir will provide its hard metal expertise along with tooling specifically developed for the Meld process that also incorporates the use of friction as part of its solid deposition process.
Flow Waterjet Systems Enable Complex Part Cutting
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
The Mach 200c enables bevel and five-axis cutting of most materials with up to 60-degrees of motion.
Nexa3D Dental Resins, Workflow Increase Throughput
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Nexa3D’s growing dental resin portfolio now includes 10 validated materials for both the NXD series and the XiP printer platforms.
How this Screw Machine Shop makes Wooden Baseball Bats
| Modern Machine Shop
Some people might call them batty, but this screw machine company has branched out into woodworking. Our sister publication Production Machining covers how W.H. Bagshaw purchased a wood lathe and began making custom baseball bats under the name Walter Bats, proving that you can't be afraid to swing for the fences on a new venture.
EDM, Laser Micromachining and More at GF Medical Demo Center
Evan Doran | Modern Machine Shop
At GF’s Medical Center of Competence, the company shows off EDM and laser features that could make a large impact on medical manufacturing — and elsewhere.
Celanese to Unveil Latest Portfolio of Materials for Electric Vehicles
Lilli Manolis Sherman | Plastics Technology
At upcoming Electric Vehicle Symposium, Celanese will showcase prototype of an all-in-1 battery module.
Boeing TTBW concept becomes new NASA X-Plane
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The X-Plane designation for Boeing’s experimental aircraft demonstrator, previously awarded under the Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project, will test designs and technologies that can be adopted into current aircraft.
Mold Racks Offer Safe, Practical Access and Storage Solutions
| MoldMaking Technology
PCS Company’s Mold Storage Racks enable shop personnel to work safely and efficiently, while also providing support and protection for molds, dies and other equipment.
Clarksons Research announces positive outlook on global offshore wind
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
Current offshore numbers are projected to expand fivefold to 250 GW of active capacity and 30,000 wind turbines by 2030, with significant investment in shipping fleets needed.
Artemis Technologies demos composite zero-emissions CTV for offshore wind
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
The Belfast company’s first electric foiling EF-12 CTV watercraft prototype will undergo simulation and testing at Ørsted’s Barrow wind farm for the next 2 years.
Consumers’ Preference for Print Media Shows Post-Pandemic Gains
| Gardner Web
The 2023 Two Sides Trend Tracker Survey asked consumers how they prefer to receive and read various types of media – on paper, mobile/tablet, e-reader, laptop/desktop or no preference. Results showed an increase from 2021 in the preference for paper over digital communication.
Chemical simulation to achieve sustainable composite materials testing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
A collaboration between Molydyn, Bitzrez and the AMRC target the development of a viscosity modeling capability for quicker and more sustainable materials design.
Crece la inversión automotriz en Guanajuato en 2023
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
Diversas empresas asiáticas de la industria automotriz anuncian inversiones para ampliar sus líneas de producción en Guanajuato.
Kistler Announces New Sales Representation in the Southeast
| Plastics Technology
Kistler has appointed Fordham Plastics as its exclusive sales representative for all products in its Plastics and Advanced Manufacturing Business Units.
High Appearance Standards
Rodger Talbert | Products Finishing
Ever have an enticing powder coating job come your way, but aren’t sure if your capabilities can meet the specifications? Powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert offers advice for realistically assessing whether or not to take the job.