MMT Blog
Controlling Costs by Controlling Production
A process-driven manufacturing strategy and extensive data tracking have enabled this company to double down on the advantages of integrated toolmaking and molding capability.
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Tackling Wear with Vacuum Heat Treating
This heat-treatment process provides critical temperature and wear-resistance properties to certain mold steels.
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Tool Up with Rapid Heat/Cool Technology
A rapid heating and cooling technique using pressurized water solves sink, weld line and discoloration problems.
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Hot Runner Running Efficiently?
Follow these tips to set up your system and keep it running smoothly.
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Graphite vs. Copper Electrode Material for EDM Applications, Part 2
Test findings and a cost of ownership model help identify the monetary impact graphite and copper electrode materials have on manufacturing.
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In-Machine Mold Cleaning
Cleaning mold cavities and vents, including those with complex, tight geometries, is critical to producing quality products.
WatchIn the Trenches: Think Like a Toolmaker
Fundamental knowledge and understanding is necessary in mold repair.
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Optimizing Common Roughing Technology
Keeping on top of the ever-advancing range of cutting technologies, edge geometry designs, materials and coatings is essential for achieving higher productivity, faster metal removal rates and more cost-effective machining processes.
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Truly Smart EDM
Think ease of use, ergonomics and expertise when empowering your operators with the right EDM.
WatchUser-Friendly EDM Control Technology
Wire EDM machines have taken ease-of-use to a new level, by being equipped with the next evolution of advanced machine control.
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Partnering up to Push the Limits of Technology and Innovation
Franchino Mold & Engineering specializes in ultra large molds enabling customers to produce products that challenge the limits of injection molding and keep them ahead of the competition. This made them perfect for a project for a 420,000-pound mold to make a 15-foot long, 245 pound polypropylene tank half.
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