ACoSaLUS project updates for automated sandwich panel layup

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Cevotec and project partners have made significant progress in line with 2023 completion, including improvement of automated handling, patch vision inspection, and the laminate design and patch placement process.

Step Inside a Robot Shangri-La

Brent Donaldson | Modern Machine Shop

While the Automate show in Detroit was not strictly geared toward CNC machining applications, the technology on display offered a glimpse into the future — and present — of robotic automation for the manufacturing industry at large.

SLM 3D Printer Focuses on Complex Geometry Development

| MoldMaking Technology

Newly launched DMG MORI Lasertec 30 SLM US 3D printer features adaptive beam control, noncontact recoating and a hybrid toolpath strategy for more dynamic additive capabilities.

Pearl 10X aeroengine nears readiness for flying testbed

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The Rolls-Royce Pearl 10X engine development program for Dassault’s new flagship aircraft Falcon 10X, complete with a Spirit AeroSystems nacelle, continues to progress toward a 2023 flight test campaign.

Creative Composites Group achieves EPD for StormStrong utility poles

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

The environmental product declaration (EPD) marks the composite group’s efforts to measure and reduce environmental impact through verified data.

Stelia Aerospace Canada becomes Airbus Atlantic Canada

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Name change consolidates Stelia’s position as a wholly owned subsidiary of the newly formed Airbus Atlantic business, and enhances Airbus’ competitive aerostructure production capabilities.

It All Started With a Box of Legal Pads

| Gardner Web

From the world-renowned author she thought she’d be when she was a teen to Senior Marketing Manager of Gardner Business Media, she couldn’t be happier than where she is today with the work she does and the people with whom she does it. Her marketing career and heart are equally full.

It All Started With a Box of Legal Pads

| GROW

From the world-renowned author she thought she’d be when she was a teen to Senior Marketing Manager of Gardner Business Media, she couldn’t be happier than where she is today with the work she does and the people with whom she does it. Her marketing career and heart are equally full.

Twin-Screw Compounding Trends

| Plastics Technology

What's new in extrusion? Leistritz talks with the Plastics Technology team on hot topics in extrusion including, biopolymers and recycled materials. 

Bulk-Bag Filler Can Accommodate Wide Materials Range

| Plastics Technology

Suited for powders, granules, pellets, and other bulk materials, even materials with high bulk densities.   

Farsoon Partners With Indurate Alloys in Canada

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

The partnership agreement enables Indurate Alloys to distribute Farsoon’s open, industrial-grade additive manufacturing machines to Canadian customers.

Roles of Women in Manufacturing Series: Human Resources — Brenda Diehl and Diane Ferrera

Carli Kistler-Miller | Production Machining

Two women share their journeys to manufacturing and human resources, and give advice to anyone seeking a career in manufacturing. 

Understanding vacuum bagging layers in production, repair

Louis Dorworth | CompositesWorld

Recognizing the functions of each layer in a vacuum bag schedule can help users discover what vacuum bag schedules work best for their application.

Centralization Errors Grow as Bores Get Smaller

George Schuetz | Modern Machine Shop

It is important to consider the effects of gage centralization when measuring smaller bores. Selecting the right tool is often based on the bore’s size and tolerance.

MolyWorks Streamlines Production With 3D Systems’ Direct Metal Printing Solution

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

MolyWorks, a California-based developer of a circular economy for metal, has integrated 3D Systems’ DMP Flex 350 into its manufacturing workflow, enabling it to be more agile and efficient, and expand its customer base.

Frisa Steel construye nueva planta en Nuevo León

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Ubicada en García, Nuevo León, la nueva planta de Frisa Steel fabricará barra laminada (SBQ) de 3 a 16 pulgadas.

Mold Care, 3D Scanner Best Practices, the State of Maintenance & More Most-Viewed April Content

Cara Ready | MoldMaking Technology

April held a little bit of everything for MoldMaking Technology. From mold care and maintenance to 3D scanner and printing best practices, take a look at what might have missed your radar. 

Siemens Expands U.S. Additive Manufacturing Initiatives

Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing

Company says it is increasing its focus on additive manufacturing research and development to help accelerate transformation of American manufacturing.

Matsui celebra 10 años en México con jornada de puertas abiertas

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Matsui Américas realizó un open house con el que conmemoró una década de presencia en el mercado mexicano y en el que presentó sus últimas novedades en equipos periféricos para la industria del plástico.

System Offers Flexible, Secure Management of Machinery Access

Angela Osborne | Production Machining

With Pilz’s PITreader card unit, operators can now assign permissions on RFID transponders in card or sticker format.

Paneles sobre el futuro sostenible en México y América Latina en PRL

María Natalia Ortega Leyva | Plastics Technology México

Dentro del programa de conferencias de Plastics Recycling LATAM 2023 se destacan tres paneles de expertos sobre temas de actualidad y tendencia para el sector, con énfasis en la realidad de México y América Latina. Conozca cuáles son.

Reversing Logistics for Plastic Film Recycling

Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology

Learn how Mainetti built a circular supply chain for clear film packaging.