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| December 09, 2025 | Volume 21 Issue 46 |
 | SPIROL Press-N-Lok™ Pin for plastic enclosures
The Press-N-Lok™ Pin from SPIROL has a unique design that enables easy installation, yet incredibly high pull out force, to permanently retain two plastic components to each other. The pin has raised barbs that are angled opposite to the direction of insertion, which allows the pin to provide a secure, tamper-resistant assembly. These pins are manufactured from lightweight, lead-free, and corrosion-resistant aluminum but can also be made from austenitic stainless steel. Now available directly from SPIROL's eCommerce site.
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 | Machine vision enforces zero-defect manufacturing of engine fans
Engine cooling fan failure in commercial vehicle applications can result in power unit overheating and catastrophic engine damage. To mitigate these risks, a leading manufacturer of engine components has deployed an advanced machine vision system based on SVS-Vistek cameras to enforce zero-defect quality standards. The implementation presented substantial technical challenges.
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 | Damping elements, stoppers, and rubber buffers
JW Winco provides a wealth of variants to serve every application when it comes to vibration damping elements for alternating tensile and compressive loads. JW Winco has 40 standard parts covering several hundred article numbers in its selection -- from simple rubber buffers like GN 353 to more complex designs such as GN 148.3 that can take up to 17,600 newtons of compression. These elements have a core of natural rubber, because this still offers the best damping values, unmatched by synthetic elastomers or silicone materials.
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 | Tech Tip: How to keep heavy loads balanced
Some Thomson smart linear actuators have a position-based synchronization option to help manage unbalanced loads when using multiple units. The system adjusts the speed of each actuator to keep them starting, moving, and stopping synchronously, regardless of their respective load distribution. So useful. So smart.
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 | Stratasys moves beyond polymers: Metal 3D printing
Stratasys, the global leader in polymer additive manufacturing, is getting into metals by investing in industrial metal 3D-printing company Tritone Technologies. The agreement brings cutting-edge, production-grade metal and ceramic technology to Stratasys' service portfolio. At the core of Tritone's offering is its MoldJet® technology, the only powder-free AM technology that enables the high-throughput production of metal and ceramic parts at industrial scale and speed that overcomes previous challenges.
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 | TS0501: Pushing the limits of aerospace machining
Seco has launched TS0501, a Duratomic® finishing grade engineered for exceptional performance in turning modern high-hardness superalloys as well as traditional materials such as Inconel 718. Designed for lights-out machining, TS0501 delivers unmatched tool life, surface finish, and reliability in demanding aerospace and energy applications. The insert's wear resistance and thermal stability make it ideal for industries where component integrity is critical.
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 | Most powerful heatsink: Extreme CPU cooling
Learn how 3D Systems played a crucial part in developing "the world's most powerful AI-designed and metal 3D-printed liquid nitrogen (LN2) heatsink for extreme CPU cooling." The heatsink was created using 3D Systems' Direct Metal Printing tech utilizing certified oxygen-free copper for superior thermal conductivity. An eccentric application that pushes the boundaries of thermal management.
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| | Most popular last issue |
 | Hyundai Crater concept: A drive on the wild side
Hyundai made a big impact at the AutoMobility LA 2025 show in Los Angeles Nov. 20 when it debuted its Crater SUV concept, a rugged, compact off-roader that takes the idea of the brand's eXtreme Rugged Terrain (XRT) trim level to new heights. Crater is angling to be cool, fun, and ready to tackle all the adventure you can throw at it.
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| | Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action | What's new in SOLIDWORKS 2026? Top 10 enhancements
This SolidProfessor-produced video covers the Top 10 new features and enhancements available in SOLIDWORKS 2026. From UI changes to automatic drawing generation, new simulation result types, and improved rendering tools, learn what features could serve you best. SOLIDWORKS has started introducing enhancements throughout the year, so catch up on what you missed too. SolidProfessor is part of Hawk Ridge Systems, a top value-added reseller specializing in 3D design, manufacturing software, 3D printers, and related services, training, and support.
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