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Learn Moldmaking Strategies, Network at AMBA Shop Tour

Learn about total quality programs, just-in-time logistics, enhanced data sharing and instantaneous communications technologies by touring A-1 Tool Corp. on September 14.

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Tour A-1 Tool Corp. (Melrose Park, Illinois) with the American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) on Thursday, September 14. Members and non-members alike are welcome to see first-hand how this mold manufacturer manages all facets of its operations through the implementation of total quality programs, just-in-time logistics, enhanced data sharing and instantaneous communications technologies.

A-1 Tool has positioned itself to deliver results by quoting faster, building tooling quicker, producing tooling that delivers more uptime and providing easy accessibility to support customer productivity. A-1 Tool’s strengths – including equipment capacity; on-site mold tryout; strategic work cells; machine and productivity monitoring, combined with ERP and a well-lit, clean and organized facility contribute to the company’s global reputation for fast turnarounds of large programs.

Attendees will experience a state-of-the-art mold manufacturing production environment, with an emphasis on culture, employee wellness and cultivation of a future workforce through A-1 Tool's relationship with the Leyden School District.

Attendees also are invited to a casual networking reception in the Hyatt Place Chicago/Itasca lobby from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening, September 13. Visit the AMBA website to register.

Tour Date: Thursday, September 14, 2017

Time: 8:00 a.m.

Price: $89.00 for Members

$189.00 for Non-Members

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