More content from June 2023

HP Inc.
The Jet Fusion 5420W 3D printers from HP boast consistent, high-quality production, industrial-grade reliability, low cost per part and enhanced manufacturing predictability.
Evolving additive manufacturing processes are beginning to scale up.
June 12, 2023
Suhner
Suhner's all-electric, active compliance device uses high-frequency measurements to monitor force and acceleration of end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) throughout material removal applications.
The EFC-02 ensures maintenance of perfect surface contact, so the robot performing the material removal stays on a steady path.
June 12, 2023
Coperion K-Tron
Coperion K-Tron has added the twin-screw ProRate Plus-MT to its portfolio of feeders.
The economical Coperion K-Tron feeders now feature twin-screw configuration.
June 9, 2023
WeighPack Systems
The BI 600 automatic bag inserter and BU 600 automatic bag uncuffer from WeighPack Systems can help manufacturers package their goods.
The systems eliminate the need for manually inserting bags into cases or uncuffing and sealing bags prior to closing cases.
June 8, 2023
Nexa3D
Nexa3D has designed its new Xip Pro 3D printers so that they can work in conjunction with each other and automation, enabling manufacturers to manage multiple builds at once.
New printer is designed to handle large parts, work in conjunction with other systems to produce multiple parts at once.
June 8, 2023
Guill Tool
Guill Tool's spiderless die conserves resin in pipe applications.
The spiderless die can be used to produce larger-diameter tubes and pipes.
June 7, 2023
Keon Wild
Keon Wild
Keon Wild retires after years of service to both Davis-Standard and the Machinery Safety Standards Committee.
June 7, 2023
Sick Inc.
Sick's new 3D camera, called safeVisionary2, can help autonomous mobile robots better navigate and avoid obstacles.
The system, available as a retrofit, also improves worker safety.
June 6, 2023
PCS Company
CodiPro mold lifting rings are designed for efficient and safe transport.
The CodiPro rings are available in five styles to make transportation safe and efficient.
June 5, 2023
Absolute Robot
Absolute Robot has upgraded the control system and servo drives on its Max series.
New servo drives boost speed, while axes of control have increased from five to 16.
June 2, 2023
Sacmi
The new CMFlow extruder makes Sacmi's compression molding machines more efficient.
The CMFlow extruder reduces energy use and simplifies maintenance.
June 1, 2023
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
A Fanuc CR-35iB cobot takes 110-pound loads off a pallet in May at Automate.
Fanuc has increased the payloads of its CRX-25iA and CR-35iB by at least 20 percent, to 66 pounds and 110 pounds, respectively.
June 1, 2023
Paul Caprio
Paul Caprio, right, poses in front of an injection molding machine with Chris Evans, of Evco Plastics, a DeForest, Wis. The two men had a meeting at the Wood Dale, Ill., technical center of LS Injection Molding Machine North America.
Longtime executive comes out of retirement to become president of sales for LS Injection Molding Machine North America, sees big role for company in near future.
May 31, 2023
Baruffaldi
Baruffaldi's FT/C-10/40 can cut a range of thread types.
The FT/C-10/40 can cut a range of thread types, including trapezoidal, triangular, metric and gas, and is easy to use and maintain.
May 31, 2023
Mold-Masters' Connect packages include hot-runner and co-injection systems that allow molders to produce parts composed of equal parts virgin and post-consumer recycled resin.
Mold-Masters touts equipment that allows molders to incorporate PCR in core of parts with weights as low as 5 grams.
May 30, 2023
Tetra Pak Inc.
The SA VS800 bag tipping system can automatically cut through multilayer bags of plastic powder.
The SA VS800 automatically cuts through multilayer bags of plastic powder.
May 30, 2023
Arburg
The LiQ 5 is the third generation of LSR printers from innovatiQ GmbH + Co KG.
The new generation of innovatiQ's line introduces a heated build chamber and the capacity to print in color.
May 26, 2023
Nordson
Nordson's new melt filter improves the quality of blown film.
The filter minimizes operator intervention, offers process stability and enables the use of recyclate.
May 25, 2023
Spark Industries
Designed by Spark Industries and Zeiger Industries, this new heated tapered nozzle works with difficult-to-process materials, including PC, halogen-free flame retardants and resins in the sulfone family.
The heated tapered stainless steel nozzle is designed to work with difficult-to-process materials.
May 24, 2023
Kassow
Kassow's KR1805 cobot is suitable for multiple applications.
The KR1805 is appropriate for multiple applications from bin picking and machine tending to welding and material removal.
May 23, 2023
Trexel Inc.
Joan Lombardo
Joan Lombardo brings to the MuCell and TecoCell supplier a background that includes work at startup IT companies, as well as larger industrial organizations.
May 22, 2023
CMG
CMG has redesigned the cutting chamber on its Evoluzione granulators, including this EV916.
The chamber now includes a new rotor that lets blades cut plastic feedstock in a perpendicular direction against the bed blades.
May 22, 2023
Toyota Material Handling
Toyota Material Handling's industrial tow tractor introduces a range of features that improve ergonomics, including a multifunction control handle with dual thumbwheels, standard power steering and a sensor that indicates the proper place for the operator to stand for maximum comfort.
It is easy to control and can tow up to 15,000 pounds on a flat surface.
May 22, 2023
Ross
The Ross VCB-50 V-cone blender offers accurate and repeatable mixing of free-flowing solids.
The VCB-50 V-cone tumble blender from Ross is suited for mixing powders, high-density metal powders, granules, pellets and other free-flowing solids.
May 19, 2023
Wickert
Wickert's WKP 3000 S compression molder can handle difficult materials.
Advanced heating and cooling capabilities allow it to process high-performance thermoplastics while minimizing cycle time.
May 18, 2023
AEC
AEC's new AD wheel dryers offer a range of features and options.
The AD wheel dryer series, available in three styles, offers an array of new features and options.
May 17, 2023
Plastic Logo Stacked Color
Guide helps buyers through the process of purchasing injection tooling.
May 17, 2023
Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing
A Kawasaki MC-series robot uses an Apera AI vision system to take plastic test tubes from a bin and place them in a fixture.
Vue vision system can distinguish among clear and shiny objects, as well as objects with small features. Those characteristics normally bedevil systems.
May 17, 2023
A3 Logo
Demand remains strong in the automotive segment, but sales of robots to customers in other segments show big drop.
May 16, 2023
Kennametal
Kennametal has added several tools to its portfolio.
New drills and face mills offer increased performance, productivity and longevity.
May 16, 2023