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June 2024
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The effect of heat treatment on a 3D-printed PLA polymer’s mechanical properties
Three-dimensional printing is a useful and common process in additive manufacturing. The advantage of additive polymer technology is its rapidity and design freedom. Polymer materials’ mechanical properties depend on the process parameters and the chemical composition of the polymer used. Mechanical properties are very important in product applicability. The mechanical properties of polymers can be […]
Effects of the sintering process on Al2O3 composite ceramics
The sintering process can improve the microstructure of Al2O3 composite ceramics and enhance their comprehensive properties, but the effects of the sintering process on Al2O3 composite ceramics are still unclear. Herein, a novel Al2O3 composite ceramic was printed using the material extrusion and photo-polymerization combined process, and the final ceramic was obtained using one-step sintering […]
NEWS
CoreTechnologie optimizes surface refinement for AM
The 3D printing software 4D_Additive from the Franco-German software developer CoreTechnologie now has a texture library in accordance with the VDI 3400 guideline. With the optimized textures module, the surfaces of 3D printed components can be visually and functionally enhanced with just a few clicks. The textures of the optimized 4D_Additive Software tool improve the […]
June 15, 2024
Kanthal expands in Japan to meet heat solution demands
Today, industries such as lithium-ion battery, semiconductor, and automotive show a strong demand for sustainable heating solutions to help them achieve higher efficiency and reach their decarbonization targets. To meet the increased need, Kanthal will expand its production capacity in Sakura, Japan, an investment of approximately SEK 100 million. The aim is to capture mid- […]
June 15, 2024
Siemens software IDs vulnerable production assets
Production facilities are increasingly the targets of cyberattacks. Industrial companies are therefore required to identify and close potential vulnerabilities in their systems. To address the need to identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities on the shop floor as quickly as possible, Siemens has launched a new cybersecurity software-as-a-service. The cloud-based SINEC Security Guard offers automated vulnerability mapping and […]
June 15, 2024
Quenching and distortion conference issues call for papers
The Third International Conference on Quenching and Distortion Engineering (QDE2025) will be in Vancouver, Canada, May 5-8, 2025. The event brings together practitioners, engineers, and researchers from academia, government, and industry to explore the forefront of distortion control and quenching techniques. QDE 2025 offers a platform to share cutting-edge research, innovative solutions, and real-world case […]
June 15, 2024
NGC Gears adds two EndoFlex generators from UPC-Marathon
NGC Gears, one of the world’s largest wind power gearbox manufacturers, has completed the installation of two additional EndoFlex generators from UPC-Marathon, a Nitrex company, at its new facility in Jinhu, China. This acquisition brings the total of generator sets to five since 2022, collectively generating an impressive 800 m³/h (22,252 ft3/h) capacity of endothermic […]
June 15, 2024
Nitrion do Brasil gets nitriding solutions from Seco/Warwick
Commercial heat treater Nitrion do Brasil — the largest nitriding service provider in the region — has purchased another Seco/Warwick Vector vacuum furnace. The solution will operate in a new production hall and will handle their increasing order volume. Nitrion do Brasil is another commercial heat treater from South America that has chosen Seco/Warwick’s solutions. […]
June 15, 2024
Delta H/Phillips Federal partner on oven at Edwards AFB
Delta H®/Phillips Federal recently commissioned a composite oven at Edwards Air Force Base, California, for advanced materials applications R&D. The specially designed walk-in oven has a load volume of 8ft x 8ft x 15ft and is operable to 450°F. Additional features include electric heat, oversize recirculation air blower for assuring Class 1 uniformity of +/- […]
June 6, 2024
