MMT Blog
Hybrid Geometry Machining in Action
Hybrid quad-force geometry is a combination of high-feed geometry, variable flute geometry, variable helix geometry and offset geometry that gives programmers and machinists the flexibility to side/slot, high-feed, trochoidal and plunge/variable plunge mill with one tool.
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Graphite vs. Copper Electrode Material for EDM Applications, Part 1
If you’ve been torn in the long-standing, unresolved debate over whether graphite or copper is a better EDM electrode material, here are some considerations identifying differences in cost, detail and performance to help you select the appropriate material for EDM applications.
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Controlling Cutting Tool Cost with Hybrid Geometries
Why purchase redundant tooling and risk losing control of your manufacturing costs? Hybrid cutting tool geometries allow you to perform multiple machining applications with one tool.
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Aerospace and Energy/Power Generation
Aerospace industrial production is poised for growth and energy-related manufacturing remains a strong part of the American economy.
Read MoreCompetition is Good
Losing business overseas motivated this moldmaker to re-engineer its tools, improve its processes and stand by its customer, ultimately winning the business back.
Read MoreBenchmark Your Injection Molding Simulation
Use benchmarking to gain confidence in your modeling, material and simulation capabilities, then use the simulation results to guide future design.
Read MoreHow to Bridge the Gap with Aluminum Tooling
Whether you call it bridge tooling, soft tooling, pilot production, semi-production or aluminum production tooling, it still refers to producing pre-production quantities of plastic products with potential final part volumes in the millions.
Read MoreA Look Inside Managing Mold Shop Work Flow
Moldmaker discovers the ease and power of the cloud, by using it to better predict, schedule and manage job flow.
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Video: Pushing Made in America; Made Right Here
Tech Molded Plastics has been a reader and supporter of MMT and amerimold for years, sharing their story, attending our events and lending their expertise. They made their local news to highlight their Made in America efforts.
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Increase Coolant Pressure Without a New Pump
These coolant lines are designed to provide a solid jet directly to the cutting zone while reducing captured air.
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