SPIROL International, has maintained its certification to AS9100 for its manufacturing facility in Ohio, in addition to the other quality certifications including IATF16949,  ISO 9001,  NADCAP Chemical Processing, NADCAP Laser Beam Machining. AS9100 is among the highest international quality management standards for the aircraft, space and defence industries. AS9100 is managed by the Internatio...

Permabond’s structural epoxy adhesive, ET5428 has been successfully used for many years by engineers and manufacturers, for the structural bonding of metals, composites, ceramics and plastics. Available in both cream and charcoal to match GRP and carbon fibre, this two part epoxy is a firm favourite particularly in the composites industry where it provides the ultimate in adhesive performance,...

The inspired thinking that engineering apprentices can bring to high-tech manufacturing businesses is perfectly illustrated in a project that has helped EJOT UK to improve the efficiency of one of its main production lines. Josh Mozer, who joined EJOT UK as an engineering apprentice at the age of 16, has successfully completed a project to develop a unique machine which has improved productivit...

With major car manufacturers announcing a move to fully electric manufacture by 2030, is battery end-of-life management ready to meet demand? Here, Eric Requin, team leader for advanced business development at ARaymond, shares his insights on opportunities and challenges with battery recycling. Can you give an overview of battery recycling in the EV industry as it stands? “Whereas car parts rec...

Evonik is expanding its portfolio of amorphous poly-alpha-olefins for the adhesives industry to include a sustainable product range. The new products are marketed under the brand name VESTOPLAST® eCO and consist of more than 90% ISCC PLUS certified, mass balanced sustainable material. The use of these sustainable raw materials significantly reduces CO2 emissions compared to the qualitatively eq...

With the W1211/W1210 copy turning system, Walter is transferring to internal machining the positive features of its W1011/W1010 turning system for external machining that is already established on the market. The boring bars and indexable inserts with WL positive engagement solve a common problem. High forces occur when copy turning with V-style inserts, which cause micromovements of the insert...

Together with Trackunit, an industry specialist in fleet management services, Hilti is now able to strengthen its ON!Track asset management solution. At the same time, the Trackunit platform will be enriched with additional tool related data. The partnership also seeks to expand the ever growing network of Trackunit devices, providing increased connectivity around the globe through advanced Blu...

Munich-based chemical Group WACKER has had parts of its silicone production successfully certified to the automotive standard IATF 16949, meaning the company can now supply its two component silicone rubber formulations for electromobility applications. The certificates apply to selected company parts at the Burghausen site in Germany and Zhangjiagang in China. With the successful certification...

With the aim of reducing the weight of the CL6720 business class seats and making the processes more efficient, RECARO Aircraft Seating has developed an innovative solution based on the ONSERT® process, together with Böllhoff and DELO Industrial Adhesives. Lightweight construction is an important goal in every segment of the aerospace industry – including cabin equipment. In addition, higher le...

Deciding on what fastener to use on an assembly takes a lot of time and effort. Here, Sherex Fastening Solutions looks at what issues can arise when installing fasteners at a high volume and why process monitoring is more important than ever. First you have to analyse what fastener will provide the proper strength and grip to secure joints, and then combine that with the right tooling to make i...