MMT Blog

Additive Manufacturing 16 Dec 2014

Intro to 3D Printing

With many moldmakers still unsure of the applications and value of 3D printing, I thought this news of a beginner 3D printing course that explores the technology's history, established applications, forward-looking trends and potential social and economic impacts would be interesting.

15 Dec 2014

See It to Believe It

During a recent interview, this company president mentioned that having employees attend industry events can help spur new ideas and smooth major transitions in processes and equipment.

Workforce Development 12 Dec 2014

"Mold Your Career" Apprentice Award

Earlier this year we explained the origin and purpose of this Award established by the AMBA Chicago Chapter--to recognize outstanding apprentices and assist them in acquiring the tools they need to effectively perform their jobs--but today we announce this year's winner.

Basics 11 Dec 2014

Want to Know What We Are Celebrating in 2015?

It could be your shop's success, if you told us about it! Have you improved your leadtimes, increased sales, entered a new market, implemented a successful strategy or invested in proven technology that greatly impacted your manufacturing process? If so, then tell us. Your story could be grounds for Leadtime Leader Award consideration. A simple entry form is all it takes to be on your way to entering our annual competition.

Leadership 10 Dec 2014

Your Eyes and Ears at Euromold

Here’s a sampling of the technology that caught my eye at the annual tooling, design and application development exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany.

Education 9 Dec 2014

VIDEO: You Can't Afford Not to Do It

MMT has covered Ameritech, Steve Rotman and even Apprenticeship 2000 before, but recently all three made it onto a national news program, shedding much needed light onto the value and benefits of manufacturing jobs and one successful recruitment method.

8 Dec 2014

Where Do You Get Your Information?

More importantly, how do your colleagues, customers and competitors stay up-to-date on the latest technology and industry developments? The annual “Media Use in Manufacturing” survey aims to find out.

5 Dec 2014

Early Resolution for 2015

To date, industry donations to iWarriors--a nonprofit organization founded in 2011 by Tim and Kim Bartz of Mold Craft--have helped to supply more than 260 combat wounded veterans with iPads, so they can keep in touch with friends and loved ones as they recover and rehabilitate. Today they announce the 2015 iWarriors challenge. Can you help them achieve the goal?