MMT Blog
SLIDESHOW: Technology Showcase, After K
By all accounts K 2016 was a success. According to show management, attendees were delighted with the wealth of new technical developments presented by raw materials producers, machinery manufacturers and producers of semi-finished and technical parts. Here are some technology highlights.
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You Don’t Have to be a Big Company to Make a Big Impact on Your Community
New AMBA educational outreach program promotes the sharing of ideas and strengthens communities.
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Throwback Thursday: Mold Side-Actions
Demands for improved quality, lower costs, shorter production times and increased part complexity persist, so this two-part series on thinking "outside of the box" when it comes to side-action methods is still very relevant.
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Mold Builders Express Positive Outlook as Work ‘On Hold’ Decreases
OESA and Harbour Results release their Q2 2016 Automotive Tooling Barometer data. While the industry experienced a slow start to the year with more than $2 billion in tooling capacity not leveraged during the first quarter, it has since taken a turn in the right direction.
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Appliances and Packaging
Appliance production should grow faster mid-2017, and strong food/beverage spending should increase packaging demand.
Read MoreKeeping Up with ISO: Applying Total Quality to Sales
Applying the principles of ISO 9001:2015 and the activities of total quality management (TQM) to sales processes can improve the daily operations of any manufacturing facility.
Read MoreCooling of the Sprue
Using conformal cooling in sprue bushing design may be one solution for reducing cycle times.
Read MoreMagnetic Matters
Understanding the benefits and limitations of different magnetic workholding technologies will help ensure that they are used appropriately and to their full potential.
Read MoreUnder the Scope: Communication and Workflow
Closing the communication gap ensures that everyone involved is on the same page, allowing for an efficient and timely repair process.
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Real-Time Mold Production
An automated five-axis machining/EDM cell offers a cost-effective alternative to series and batch mold manufacturing.
Read MoreIncorporating Robotics
Consider robots in part and mold design, and molding processes to increase part quality and meet growing customer demands.
Read MoreChallenges of Multi-Cavity Co-Injection Molding
Simulation shows that, to be effective, these types of molds must be designed with consideration for how the materials will be distributed throughout them.
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