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Deep draw stamping is an efficient manufacturing technique used to create thin-walled metal parts with depths exceeding their diameters. Deep draw stamping involves a sheet metal forming process that yields seamless, open-top, closed-bottom components in simple shapes like boxes or cylinders. It specifically pertains to parts with a draw depth greater than their diameter or width. Simple axial profile parts are most easily produced using a single die. However, parts with a complex axial profile may require a progressive die, where the part undergoes multiple stages of shaping to achieve the final form. The advantages of deep draw stamping include: Seamless Components Deep-drawn parts are seamless except for the top opening, minimizing post-draw welding, enhancing integrity and reducing costs. Cost-Effectiveness Deep drawing offers a cost-efficient production of thin-walled metal parts with significant depth-to-width ratios, particularly in large volumes, despite the initial expense of tooling, which can be substantial for complex shapes requiring progressive die stamping. High Precision The deep drawing process is precise, consistently producing parts within narrow tolerance ranges due to the material being tightly constrained between the punch and die. However, tool wear can impact precision over time. Rapid Cycle Times Deep drawing is conducive to automation, with the forming process itself being swift, resulting in quick production cycles. Reach out to us today to discover how we can assist you! https://lnkd.in/eUM-MFk4

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Inkbit, a pioneer in advanced additive manufacturing solutions, announced today the closing of a $19M financing round led by Ingersoll Rand Inkbit’s technology was originally conceived in the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. At its core, it is a reimagination of the traditional assembly line. VCJ combines the scalability, reliability and throughput of the original assembly line with the flexibility and intelligence of 3D machine vision-based feedback control. Stay ahead in the world of Additive Manufacturing! Click the 🔔 on my #LinkedIn profile to stay updated with the latest insights, trends, and developments in the realm of #3Dprinting and #additivemanufacturing. Don't miss out on valuable content - join the community by following AM Chronicle today! Vicente Reynal | Davide Marini

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Check out a recent article about what can be done with the PECM technology

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The race is on to secure capacity for onshoring projects. Our technologies enable 15%-30% and the rare occasion up to 50% reduction in cycle times when compared to conventional plastic injection molding. Insulation, automation & high-speed electrics means serious savings in automotive and competitive to landed costs of shored consumer goods. Pic: quick tour at the end of a run before the holiday - Consumer goods really can be run right here in the US.

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With federal money flowing into many manufacturing and innovation projects, it looks as though there will be substantial interest in making use of the abundance of opportunity presented in the sector. Battery manufacturing faces its own unique set of challenges, meaning attracting domestic interest will need to come alongside larger supply chain shifts, such as the exportation of scrap metals. Changes to domestic manufacturing policy have wider effects that have substantial impacts on the rest of the global supply chain. #Manufacturing #Innovation #BatteryProduction

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In extremely demanding applications, cubic boron nitride (CBN) abrasive may be the answer. Boron nitride can achieve results in applications where even diamond fails to make an impact. https://lnkd.in/exZ6B-FE

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Learn how Donaldson’s expertise ensures hydrogen fuel cell vehicles run cleaner and longer, adapting to both urban and rural environments. Join Alexander Mottet , Research and Design Engineer, who discusses the importance of air filtration on a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. 📺Watch here: https://ow.ly/He4930sHLaf #alternativepower #cathodefilter #fuelcell #donaldson #EvolvingFor100Years

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Geopolitical risk: the driver of re-shoring! Harry Moser writes in this article in Moldmaking Technology Magazine about factors driving re-shoring including geo-political risk or GPR. "The importance of factoring in geopolitical risk when making sourcing decisions for a business has surged in the last few years to become the #1 driver..." GPR is a hard to measure cost because it is an unrealized risk until it's, well, realized. Then it can be a massive and possibly a business ending cost. It's worth turning our attention to how much GPR we are taking on in our supply chains no matter the business we are in. Ask yourself this if you are off shoring a core product: "What would happen to my business if my core product supply was unexpectedly interrupted for 90 days?". If the answer gives you the sweats, you're taking on more risk than you realize. https://lnkd.in/eKaikgUG #manufacturing #MFHouston #reshoring

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"The growth of #additivemanufacturing is based on meeting manufacturing requirements, developing tailored use cases and enabling design for additive manufacturing," commented Dr. Yoav Zeif, CEO of Stratasys during his keynote address at 2024 RAPID + TCT. He added that the potential for growth is tremendous and, as an industry we must be dedicated to delivering applications and use cases that solve real challenges by leveraging the unique advantages of AM. Watch here >> https://okt.to/mbwklq #addstratasys #MakeAdditiveWorkForYou

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AGS's 2nd Webinar * Your COMPLEX parts can be produced from RECYCLED PLASTIC * Follow the example of the Big 3 Auto OEMS, Caterpillar and other major manufacturers who are gaining real savings on their critical components.  * Discover the reliable and repeatable quality of Injectoblend material You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Apr 30, 2024 11:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: Complex Injection Molding of Recycled Materials Click Below to register in advance for this webinar:

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If you want to know how R2R processes can help you achive your Functional Material ambitions Michael Bjerregaard Andersen will be at MRS to guide you.

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Today’s USMTO report from AMT - The Association For Manufacturing Technology shows that manufacturing technology orders totaled $360.8 million in August 2024. This marks a 22.7% increase from July, though still is lower than August 2023. Despite the decline compared to last year, the industry continues to operate above historic levels, underscoring sustained demand for manufacturing capacity. Year-to-date orders stand at $2.81 billion, reflecting an 11.5% decline from the same period in 2023, yet with a positive outlook for the remainder of the year. The surge in orders from contract machine shops and aerospace manufacturers signals growing confidence and an expectation of continued production growth. What’s Next? As we move into the final months of 2024, we expect momentum to build, driven by rising capacity utilization, industry optimism, and potential rate cuts. The excitement at IMTS 2024 further reaffirms the need for innovation and efficiency in manufacturing. If you attend AMT's MT Forecast event last week you heard a lot of commentary on why optimism still abounds. Read the full press release here with insights from Christopher Chidzik https://lnkd.in/gqqZ-cr5 #ManufacturingTechnology #USMTO #IndustryTrends #ManufacturingGrowth #IMTS2024 #AMT #MarketTrends

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Automotive OEMs turned to Kaysun when complex injection-molded part challenges put safety and performance at risk. These 3 case studies detail our solutions: https://hubs.ly/Q02xZdMn0

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If robots are part of your work, here are three essential questions to ask ChatGPT about robot accuracy: 1. Is solving full-path dynamic robot accuracy primarily a hardware or software challenge? 2. Can AI independently resolve this issue? 3. What specific manufacturing robot environment scenarios cannot be addressed solely through calibration-based accuracy solutions for robots?

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feeling overwhelmed by the variety of material testers available? Don't worry, this guide will help you navigate the market and choose the perfect machine for your needs! Read here: https://ow.ly/cBTb30sHXOy #materialtesting #testingmachines #materialscience #engineering

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Come see us and learn about the latest FX10 Metal!

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"Structural adhesives have become an essential joining technology in vehicle manufacturing. This applies to complex and sensitive components within battery assemblies for electric vehicles. Now, with EVs and their battery packs being mass manufactured, it is more important than ever to optimize assembly operations and specify advanced technologies for the best result. Adhesives improve battery pack structural integrity, durability, and crash performance – as well as provide the design freedom and light weighting that is enabled by the ability to bond dissimilar substrates. This webinar presents advanced adhesive technologies and applications that optimize battery assembly. Topics include: - Crash durable bonding of battery compartments using toughened epoxy resin technologies - Flexible mid- and high-modulus polyurethane adhesives with differentiated curing kinetics for lean manufacturing and battery lid reinforcement bonding - Hybrid adhesives with extremely short curing times for load bearing fixation of battery modules. - Cell-to-cell and cell-to-module bonding will also be discussed. Register your place here: https://lnkd.in/dPqGp8i2 DuPont Automotive WeAutomotive Group Stefan Schmatloch

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