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Mold Materials

How is an Aluminum Mold Energy-Efficient?

Nine ways aluminum molds save energy and production costs.

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ICYMI

NextGen Mold Technologies is Sticking to the Plan

I caught up with Dennis Goggin, president of NextGen Mold Technologies, to learn how much has changed for this startup mold builder since we last connected.

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MMT Chats: It’s About Software, Speed and Service for this Mold Designer

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges introduces new MMT Editorial Advisory Board Member Justin Jagels, Owner/President of J Squared Design Services in Arkansas City, Kansas. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

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Machining

MoldMaking Technology's Hottest Tips of 2023

The staff at MoldMaking Technology prides ourselves on bringing you the most helpful, relevant tips in the industry. Here are the top five most-viewed tips of 2023 based on Google Analytics. 

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FAQ

Machine Tool Considerations for Today's Mold Builder

Machine rigidity, spindle speed, power and control options that run complex programs smoothly are vital to meet the industry’s surface finish and speed requirements.

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Mold Design Tricks, Additive Manufacturing Treats & More: MMT's Top-Viewed Articles in October

October held some tricks but mostly treats for MoldMaking Technology’s audience.

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November Product Highlights

In this most recent roundup, MMT continues to present the breadth of new or proven technologies that target the moldmaking industry, from cutting tools to software to molding-related products, that have been shared this month.

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EDM

Machine Monitoring Platform Improves Machine Utilization, On-Time Delivery

 Using data from a machine monitoring platform, Westminster Tool added almost 75 hours of capacity per week by shortening warmups and starting CNC and EDM machines sooner.

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Tips

5 Steps to Get Started With Digitalization

Knowledge, a strong partner, an internal champion and an active regular participation in highly visible data will help smaller mold shops with digitalization.

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Editorial Advisory Board 2023-2026: Camille Sackett, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Accede Mold & Tool

The 2023-2026 version of MoldMaking Technology's EAB features a new crew of industry professionals. Meet Camille Sackett

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Cutting Tools

Select End Mills With Mold Material, Features and Machining Process in Mind

Here are some factors to consider when choosing cutting tools for pre-roughing, hard milling, steep walls and tough materials.

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Automation

MMT Chat: Key Principles of an Automated System

PFAFF Molds develops its automated systems to address key customer pain points – such as high worker turnover, rising costs, volume fluctuation and sustainability.

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