MMT Blog
Helping to Feed the Industry
Erie, Pennsylvania-based Plastikos and Micro Mold help to feed the industry with future qualified skilled workers by supporting local high school manufacturing educational programs with necessary equipment. Of note is their work with Central Tech High School to revitalize its Tool & Die Program.
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Upping Your Game with Sampling
Over the years there has been a definite trend in mold manufacturers upping their "molding" game with either sampling services or full production molding capabilities. Here is one such company making the investment.
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Last Chance to Enter Leadtime Leader Competition
Today is the last chance to take advantage of an opportunity to earn the respect of the entire industry—and to have your achievements recognized with an article and video in MoldMaking Technology.
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A From the Trenches Reshoring Perspective
My perspective on reshoring is a unique one filled with do’s and don’ts lessons from the trenches. I have owned businesses on both sides of the ocean, which has given me an opportunity to see the effects of reshoring from both sides.
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VIDEO: The Value of Collaborating with Competitors
This story about a palletized HMC offers lessons about more than just technology. It also demonstrates the value of keeping lines of communication open with peers.
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The Designer's Edge: Newsflash on Flash
Flash is something everyone involved with injection molds has dealt with at some point, and at times it can be very challenging. However, over the years I have learned that flash is impossible to have if three conditions are met--two of which fall directly on the mold.
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Pumping Up Molding Plans
Over at Pyramid Plastics, the custom injection molding business of Industrial Molds Group, plans call for purchasing 10 new Toshiba injection molding machines at the rate of one machine per quarter over the next two years.
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Three Keys to Success at Eifel Mold & Engineering
For every decision, this toolmaker makes a point to consider the potential impact on three interrelated considerations: people, process and technology.
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2015 Equipment Acquisition Trends
A recent report indicates a steadily improving economy and favorable credit conditions will make things a bit easier for shops as they make decisions to replace or expand equipment.
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Laser Welder Integrates Additive Process
Providing users with the option of laser powder cladding in addition to traditional laser welding is said to speed maintenance and repair operations and expand the range of available materials.
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Thin Recess Injection Molding
The next time you bring that delicious fried chicken home in a pail, take a closer look at the packaging. Developed for brand owner Kentucky Fried Chicken, the 64 oz. carry-out pail uses proprietary thin-wall innovation technology from injection moldmaker StackTeck called "thin recess injection molding” (TRIM).
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Are You a Leadtime Leader?
If the words "innovative," "efficient," "quality-driven" and "committed" describe your shop, then you have what it takes to be a leader, and this is the year for you to enter MoldMaking Technology's annual Leadtime Leader Awards competition.
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