Consumables

Innovative 3D vision system opens up new possibilities for automated inspection

An exciting new 3D vision system now makes inspecting parts in 3D as easy as using a 2D smart camera. While optical inspection in 3D previously required a great deal of programming but offered few benefits, Cognex's new technology brings better image quality, simplified application development, and a wide range of true 3D inspection tools - significantly expanding the range of applications in industrial automation.

SABIC and POLYRAY collaborate to introduce certified renewable polycarbonate into eyewear applications

SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry and POLYRAY (Xiamen Hongtai Optical Co., Ltd.,), an innovative leader in the eyewear lens industry, today announced their collaboration for the use of SABIC’s LEXAN™ polycarbonate (PC) resin based on certified renewable feedstock in the lenses of several eyewear end applications such as sunglasses, safety glasses and sports goggles.

Clariant highlights innovative sustainable additive solutions for China

New Additives R&D Center in China will strengthen local innovation

Clariant Additives fosters agile collaboration with customers at every step of the value chain
Preview of Chinaplas 2021: Terra and VITA bio-based additives to make China debut

iMakr Uses LOCTITE Pro410 to get festive for Easter

Easter comes with all types of celebrations and traditions, like dyeing easter eggs or searching for easter chocolates. Our partners at iMakr took one of these traditions and added a unique 3D Printing twist!

Elementum 3D and SLM Solutions Enable More Powder Choices for Additive Manufacturing Users

• The cooperative approach allows customers to unlock an extension of SLM Solutions' current powder portfolio and discover a new tier of exciting and unexpected material properties.

• The companies are committed to unifying their technology and expertise to push the boundaries of metal powder capabilities and performance so others can achieve innovation.

• Elementum 3D's broad range of high-performance materials and adaptable properties - combined with SLM Solution's industry-leading selective laser melting options - offers application developers more freedom to make sound material choices.

Evonik completes sodium methylate capacity expansion in Mobile, Alabama

With the expansion, the production unit will now be capable of producing up to 90,000 metric tons per year.

Evonik launches new PEEK filament for industrial 3D applications

Evonik has developed a new 3D printable filament based on PEEK (polyether ether ketone).
High-temperature resistant PEEK material extends product portfolio
Ready-to-use polymer filament as metal replacement for infinite industrial 3D applications
INFINAM® PEEK can be used in common extrusion-based 3D printing technologies (FFF/FDM)

iMakr Brings New Value to the LOCTITE 3D Printing Ecosystem with the all-new PRO410

Today, we are very excited to add iMakr to our ecosystem partners, a full service 3D printing reseller, offering best-in-class 3D printers, materials, and services to customers across a variety of skill levels. With iMakr's global presence and wide variety of 3D printing offerings, this new partnership will unlock a new market segment of prosumers, building on Henkel's expansive customer base of industrial users.