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Electrocoat Technology Reported to Boost Corrosion Protection, Reduce Environmental Impact in Automotive Manufacturing
The electrocoat, implemented at a Toyota Motor Manufacturing plant in Canada, earned PPG a Sustainable Process award from Altair Engineering. PITTSBURGH—Coating technology developer PPG reported that it received a 2024 Altair Enlighten Award from IT firm Altair...
Researchers Demonstrate the First Chip-Based 3D Printer
Smaller than a coin, this optical device could enable rapid prototyping on the go. Adam Zewe | MIT News Imagine a portable 3D printer you could hold in the palm of your hand. The tiny device could enable a user to rapidly create customized, low-cost objects on the go,...
Bright Machines Aiming to Propel Manufacturing Into Software-Defined Era
As the adoption of AI drives up demand for computing power, the company is working to help meet exploding demand for AI hardware. SAN FRANCISCO—Software and robotics company Bright Machines offers a full stack of automation tools for building what it calls “the AI...
New Metal Hose Product Is Manufactured Without Internal Tooling or Fluid
Penflex’s new hose is said to eliminate post-production cleaning, draining, and drying. GILBERTSVILLE, Pa.—A new metal hose product introduced by flexible piping manufacturer Penflex Corporation is produced without any internal tooling or fluid, which are necessary...
SiNAPTIC Technologies Awarded Grant to Advance Ceramic Additive Manufacturing Technology
LAFAYETTE, Colo.—New funding will help SiNAPTIC Technologies further the development of its printable silicon nitride slurry through testing toward the submission of an FDA Master File. The funding comes in the form of a recently awarded Early-Stage Capital and...
Coherix Partnering with Eastern Michigan University on ‘Factory of the Future’ Technology Program
More than 70 mechanical engineering students are expected to participate over the next three years in a program focusing on the growing field of adhesive-dispensing technology. YPSILANTI, Mich.— Coherix, creator of 3D-enabled adaptive-process-control systems for...
New Plasma Cutting System Reported to Provide High Cut Quality, Enhanced Cutting Speed
Versatility, productivity, and precision are hallmarks of the new technology, according to Hypertherm Associates. HANOVER, N.H.—A new plasma cutting system introduced by Hypertherm Associates is reported to provide fabricators with excellent cut quality for thicker...
New Predictive Maintenance Technology Provides Foundation for Future AI and ML Innovations, Company Says
The next generation of Regal Rexnord’s condition monitoring system offers manufacturers a unified platform with recommendations on how to extend equipment life and reduce unplanned downtime. MILWAUKEE—Regal Rexnord Corporation recently introduced the next generation...
Patented Technology Reported to Be Suited for High-Performance Data Communications Requiring Sophisticated Magnetic Performance
Nortech Systems’ technology provides a hybrid design that is said to far exceed the data transmission capabilities of traditional copper cables. MINNEAPOLIS—Nortech Systems Incorporated recently announced the issuance of a new patent for what it described as its...
High-Speed Extrusion 3D Printers Enable Defense Contractor to Scale Manufacturing Capabilities at Point of Need
Additive manufacturing firm Nexa3D and mission support provider KVG are addressing U.S. and allied nations’ demand for deployable, agile manufacturing in the field. VENTURA, Calif.—Nexa3D, a maker of polymer and metal 3D printers, reported that mission support...
Portable System Leverages AI, Robotics to Rapidly Manufacture Aircraft Parts on Premises
Machina Labs’ new system enables on-site production of parts at a Georgia military base. LOS ANGELES—Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex (WR-ALC) at Robins Air Force Base is using a portable manufacturing system from Machina Labs to increase on-site production...
New 3D Printer Reported to Combine Fast Speeds with High Precision
Formlabs said its Form 4 boosts productivity by printing most parts in under two hours. MUMBAI, India—A new 3D printer ecosystem from Formlabs is reported to offer a combination of high speed, precision, and accuracy, boosting productivity and enabling users to take...
NASA Program Supports Small Businesses with Promising Tech Ideas
Early-stage funding and support is available to companies through the Small Business Innovation Research program. WASHINGTON—New space technology ideas emerge frequently from innovators across the country. Recognizing this, NASA’s Small Business Innovation Research...
Technology Blends Benefits of Additive Manufacturing, Traditional Metal Casting
Magnus Metal is aiming to transform casting via a digital technology that is said to be capable of producing a ton of parts per day. TEL AVIV, Israel—Industrial innovations that could potentially disrupt the centuries-old metal casting industry have been notoriously...
Automated Metrology System Reported to Boost Quality, Reduce Rework of Aerospace Components
Onto Innovation’s technology uses non-contact, 3D optical metrology on the production floor to provide what the company calls “new levels of defect inspection with micrometer-level resolution.” WILMINGTON, Mass.—Amid an ongoing worker shortage, the aviation industry’s...
