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The Most Viewed Products of 2018
MoldMaking Technology wraps up the year by showcasing the most-viewed products of 2018.
Read MorePulsed Laser Welding Versus Conventional TIG Welding
Pulsed laser welding offers a high-power alternative to conventional TIG (tungsten inert gas) welding to repair molds that perform like new. (Sponsored Content)
Read MorePosts that Got the Most "Facetime"
Here is a look at the top 10 MoldMaking Technology Facebook posts that made an impression in 2018.
Read MoreMoldmaking Index Remains in Lower Range
The Moldmaking Index was led higher by supplier deliveries, new orders, production and employment.
Read MoreState of Mold Manufacturing in Portugal
Portugal boasts some of the most advanced and innovative moldmaking businesses that have nearly doubled their export and production rate over the past ten years.
Read MoreWelcome to the Hub of Moldmaking in Portugal
Despite being a relatively small economy, the world's eighth-largest moldmaking country sits on the edge of Europe in relative obscurity. Evolved from a centuries-old glass-making tradition, Portugal today boasts some of the most advanced and innovative moldmaking businesses that have nearly doubled their export and production rate over the past ten years. Here is a look at this country’s recipe for success.
Read MoreTop 25 MoldMaking Technology Articles from 2018
The MoldMaking Technology team used analytics to look back at the most viewed articles published in MoldMaking Technology and online during the past 12 months.
Read MoreRepair Molds that Last with Pulsed Laser Welding
Repairing a worn mold is always going to be cheaper than replacing it. The catch is how well that refurbished mold is going to perform in the future.
Read MoreHow to Hard-Mill Effectively
These are five rules for improving cutter performance and cutter life while maintaining tight tolerances during hard milling.
Read MoreVIDEO: How Does Thermal Imaging Communicate Thermal Dynamics in a Hot Runner System?
MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges chats with Rich Oles president of Alba Enterprises about thermal imaging and how it communicates thermal dynamics in a hot runner system, how it picks up problems that other approaches cannot pick up at all or not as quickly, and how it will advance in the future.
WatchHomeowners Drive Appliance Market More than Homebuyers
The limited construction of new homes may tamp demand for appliances going into new homes, but these same conditions may entice current homeowners to upgrade their appliances and home furnishings.
Read MoreUnderstanding Business-Meal Deductions
Mold builders must account for meals and entertainment separately, as no deduction is allowed for entertainment in 2018 and beyond.
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