MMT Blog
The Power of Knowledge
Although technology is the main draw at a show like NPE, equipment and process carry an operation only so far. Here are a few new initiatives in industry education.
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Snowmobiling for a Good Cause
Not only did the snow bring together some of the mold building community for a little snowmobiling, it also helped raise money for a good cause. Proceeds from this inaugural I-Sledders 2015 Charity Snowmobile Ride on February 20-22 benefit iWarriors, which provides technology and assistance for wounded service members to help with rehabilitation and recovery from physical injuries, post traumatic stress and traumatic brain injuries.
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A Bright Future for Automotive Laser Texturing
If one recent application is any indication, this technology could become more popular for texturing cosmetic interior molds on this side of the pond.
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Is it Time to Add Molding Capabilities?
When working with MGS Mfg. Group on March's "A Modern Moldmaking Trend" feature, which examines what it actually takes to add molding capabilities (whether for sampling or production molding), the discussion lead to some questions every shop should ask first.
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"Smart" Technology
Although knowledge and expertise is just as important as ever, technology continues to advance toward almost thinking on its own.
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Checking in with a Leadtime Leader
MMT's 2014 Leadtime Leader Honorable Mention Aalbers Tool & Mold, continues with the growth strategy that helped it nabbed the title last year with $1 million in support from the Southwestern Ontario Development Fund to be used for equipment and training investment.
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Let the Good Times Roll
Data from SPI shows that shipments of plastics machinery rose significantly in the fourth quarter of last year. Let’s hope this trend continues.
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The Designer's Edge: Plastic Part Sticking, Part 1
Most of you have experienced issues with a plastic part sticking in the cavity, core, lifters, slides or ejector pins, and a typical response is to polish or add undercuts. However, if you understand how materials react to certain surface finishes and temperatures a more robust solution is possible. Opposite side showing the ejector pins.
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Plastics Saving Lives (Includes Video)
Our industry impacts people in ways that might not be obvious from the day-to-day experience of working at a mold shop or molding operation. We recently covered one example, and organizers of NPE will showcase another.
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Come Out and Support Education
AMBA Chicago Chapter is hosting a Supplier Night Fundraiser on April 22 to support its Education Committee's continuing efforts to promote moldmaking as a viable career.
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A Comprehensive Plastics Education at NPE
Given all the services and capabilities expected of modern toolmakers, “mold manufacturer” is practically a misnomer these days. Whatever the topic, we’ve likely got you covered at NPE with an extensive lineup of presentations on all things plastic.
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Dream it. Code it. Win it.
With our recent efforts to promote career opportunities in mold manufacturing with our MoldMaking Matters: Your Career Can Make a Difference video, I thought I'd share this post about the second annual award-winning "Dream it. Code it. Win it." contest, which is a student coding competition that rewards and promotes creativity, diversity and literacy in the field of computer science.
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