Taking a cue from the structural complexity of trees and bones, Washington State University engineers have created a way to 3D-print two types of steel in the same circular layer using two welding machines. The resulting bimetallic material proved 33 to 42 percent stronger than either metal alone, thanks in part to pressure caused between the metals as they cool together.

With the BM, Cumsa is offering a date stamp base that allows to have engraved removable inserts, the PM, displayed on, as a single part.

Germany — The Specialist Association Foamed Plastics and Polyurethanes (FSK) will celebrate its 60th anniversary at its International Specialist Conference Foamed Plastics and Polyurethanes on 13 and 14 September 2022 in Dortmund, Germany.

An upcoming EPMA seminar will cover the recent improvements in the field of metal injection moulding — with a particular focus on available materials in terms of powders and feedstocks. The association has still some slots for expert speakers available.

Under its joint sales cooperation with Austrian ISO tooling company Boehlerit, German cutting tool manufacturer Horn is offering customers the former's new Quattrotec tool system. Due to the special design, four machining operations can be performed with low vibration using just one tool — drilling into solid material (including off-centre), boring, facing and longitudinal turning.

System partner for individually designed machine solutions in turning and milling technology Teamtec, has expanded its product range: From now on — in addition to Biglia and Remo Control machines — the Axile high-speed machining centres are also part of the portfolio.

Bofa Americas will be showcasing its latest laser fume extraction and AM filtration technology at the International Awards & Personalization Expo in Las Vegas between 7th & 10th February 2023.

Productive Machines, a deep tech Industry 4.0 company developing automated solutions for milling processes, is excited to announce its membership with the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS). Together the two organisations will deliver advanced machining technologies, optimise CNC milling processes, and offer tap test training and services to the manufacturing and engineering community.

Top quality and performance is what DME promises users with new ME Series and M2+ Series Temperature Controllers for hot runner systems. The ME series has been designed for top value applications in low to mid complex moulds while the M2+ Series is ideal for very demanding applications.

As a market leader in mould, die, and jigs and fixtures construction, Meusburger focuses on selecting high-quality material and digital solutions to best support its customers. This is why it is always an advantage to cooperate with like-minded partners such as Engel.