#CADPRO presented Autodesk #BIM360 to over 60 customers in Christchurch. Great to see so many new faces in the audience. Collaboration in the AEC industry certainly seems to be gathering pace!

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As part of an initiative to drive down air pollution in London’s Square Mile a trial of the UK’s first fully-electric waste collection truck has begun reports Ben Messenger for Waste Mangement world.

The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) is seeking to recruit a dedicated representative for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). The successful candidate will be tasked with becoming a new driving force to work with LEEA’s members in the promotion of excellence and to increase their influence across all end-user markets in both countries.

If factories are to become faster and more flexible, inspection is a bottleneck to overcome, especially in industries where 100% inspection is required. A new joint whitepaper from Autodesk and Faro examines smart metrology for additive manufacturing reports Keith Mills in Metrology News

Arc welding and safety equipment manufacturer Miller Electric has expanded its innovative Weld-Mask series with the introduction of Weld-Mask 2 — a first-of-its-kind alternative to traditional welding helmets for the industrial welding market.

Achilles was a great warrior of ancient Greece and the hero of Homer’s Iliad, but despite his legendary invulnerability, an arrow to the heel led to his downfall. Likewise, something as small as a washer can become the Achilles heel of any design if not considered carefully.

Stamped parts like washers – found in everything from recliners, to kitchen blenders, to cars, and much more – come in a variety of shapes, sizes and materials. With so many options, design engineers might pick the first material and form that meets their basic requirements, but this can lead to a sub-optimal design and problems down the line.

Engineers can work closely with washer manufacturers like New Process Fibre Company, Incorporated (NPF) to ensure they avoid any unexpected arrows to the heel of their design.

“A lot of engineers pick out the material, dimensions and tolerances they are looking for, but if they pick out a material and it doesn't work, then they’re kind of stuck,” said Bill Rust, director of sales and marketing at NPF. “We’re here to help.”

Material Considerations for Stamped Parts

Engineers have plenty of good reasons to move away from metal materials and toward non-metallic ones such as thermoplastics, laminates and fibers for stamped parts.

Vulcanized fibre is a light and strong material often comprised of wood pulp, paper and rag material. With good impact and abrasion resistance, as well as high flammability ratings, vulcanized fibre can be used in automotive components or provide electrical insulation, among many applications.

A levy on disposable cups could hurt the UK’s manufacturing sector, according to a study report Packaging News.

Autodesk's Rachael Rekart talks about how AVA is leading the charge in the next revolution of customer service by being is approachable and engaging. Watch the video to find out more!

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Yamazaki Mazak has announced the completion of the first construction phase and the start of assembly operations at its new Inabe Plant, in Inabe city, in the Mie prefecture.

The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers urged a “careful re-evaluation of these tariffs so they address legitimate concerns” without harming users of the metals.