Any discussion of 3D processing these days almost immediately turns to additive manufacturing – in which electron beam does indeed have a role1,2 – but outside the scope of 3D printing lie plenty of challenges for UV and EB in this 3D world. In contrast to thermal processing, users of UV/EB must be cognizant of how a curve or an angle or any similar complexity will affect the … [Read more...] about EB in 3D?
UV Process Control: Can We Give It Two Thumbs Up?
Been watching a little more TV than usual recently? When channel surfing, do you have some favorite movies that you will watch even if you have seen them a dozen or more times before? Do you know some of the lines better than the characters? The column this quarter looks at movie quotes that could be used to start a guidebook on UV measurement and process control. 1. “You … [Read more...] about UV Process Control: Can We Give It Two Thumbs Up?
Regulatory News: Quarter 4
UV+EB Technology Increased TSCA New Chemical Fees Update The US Environmental Protection Agency’s (US EPA’s) decision to increase its Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) new chemical notification fees by as much as 540% has resulted in a significant drop in applications and has discouraged innovation, according to the Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates … [Read more...] about Regulatory News: Quarter 4
Registration Opens for First of Its Kind PACK EXPO Connects
Attendee registration is open for the industry’s new web-based event, PACK EXPO Connects. The event, scheduled for Nov. 9-13, 2020, is produced by PMMI Media Group for the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, Herndon, Virginia. PACK EXPO Connects aims to deliver the power of PMMI Media Group and the PACK EXPO brand to connect the packaging and processing … [Read more...] about Registration Opens for First of Its Kind PACK EXPO Connects
RadTech to Hold Fall Meeting 2020 Online
The RadTech Fall Meeting 2020, which will be held online this year, will be a series of three meetings spread out in November. Attendees must register for each week separately as they all require unique meeting IDs and passwords. Nov. 5 | RadTech Member Update and RadLaunch 2-3 p.m. ET More information about speakers and agenda will be available soon. Nov. 12 | 3D … [Read more...] about RadTech to Hold Fall Meeting 2020 Online