Molds/Tools
Tooling technologies positioned for speed, control
Tooling is one of the most rapidly evolving segments of the composites industry, as new technologies and processes like 3D printing, OOA infusion, thermoplastic composites reshape how molds are made.
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Century Tool expands large composites mold capacity
The company’s new horizontal milling machine is reportedly capable of producing larger molds for compression molding a variety of composite materials.
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DSM and CEAD partner for FGF 3D printing
The companies plan to develop new materials and processes for continuous fiber 3D printing and diverse end market applications.
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Cold Jet launches new dry ice blaster
Cold Jet’s PCS 60 dry ice blasting machine has been designed for precision, control and ease of use.
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Alpex and HRC form JV to provide composite tooling services in China
Jiangsu ALPEX Technology Co., Ltd. will support mass production of carbon fiber composites.
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IACMI to host two-day SMC workshop
The “SMC 101: From What to Why” workshop, led by industry leader Jim Plaunt, will take place at IACMI SURF from August 21-22, 2019.
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FIPA launches e-commerce to speed automation
The new webshop by a leading manufacturer of advanced vacuum technology, gripper systems and End-of-Arm-Tooling.
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Spar forming simplified
Adapting its Automated Stiffener Forming (ASF) technology to build spars directly in female molds, Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems anticipates dramatic drops in cycle time and manufacturing cost.
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Reaping the benefits: Composites use grows in agricultural equipment
Multiple trends support composites advances in this huge but fragmented market.
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Century Tool expands compression molding capability to include bathtubs, spas
Century Tool and Gage will now offer compression molds for bathtubs, showers, spas and other large composite structures for the home.
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