November 20, 2024 - Volume 18 Issue 22 |
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3D Printing the Cool Way (Watch Video) GE Aerospace was struggling with the extreme heat produced during its metal 3D printing process, where temperatures could reach up to 1400°C. So, the aerospace manufacturer tried engineered-plastic towers from Delta Cooling Towers to expel the heat, and the results were, well, really cool. Full Article |
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Aluminum Parts Manufacturer Increases Production More Than 80% with Automation Rivimetal, a Greek manufacturer specializing in aluminum car spare parts, faced the challenge of increasing productivity to remain competitive while suffering from a shortage of skilled personnel. Realizing that automation was the only way to overcome this challenge, Rivimetal partnered with Sabo Electric and Universal Robots and the result was an 82% productivity boost. Full Article |
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