MMT Blog
Happy Independence Day!
On a day where we remember how we gained our independence, let’s not forget those who put themselves in harm’s way so we can continue to be free. Help iWarriors continue to donate iPads to wounded veterans.
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MTConnect Challenge: Part 2
According to NCDMM and AMT, the MTConnect Challenge 1 sought "ambitious yet achievable ideas that harness innovation and manufacturing intelligence breakthroughs. Five winners were awarded $5,000 each. Challenge 2, which began on Monday (and closes Jan. 31st) is seeking the development of software applications that harness innovation and manufacturing intelligence breakthroughs using data acquired via the MTConnect standard."
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A Look Ahead at Hyperspecialization and the Talent Mismatch
In 2013, dialogue was launched with the manufacturing industry that focused on macro trends affecting the future of manufacturing. This was supported by a trend report and a video highlighting the effects of urbanization, sustainability, new materials and new technology.
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A Family Affair
The sense of family in this industry was especially evident this year at amerimold as our 2013 Leadtime Leader Honorable Mention shop accepted their award alongside their parents. Ryan and Philip Katen shared the stage with their parents, Tim and Elizabeth, the company's original founders.
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Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Flattery
That is exactly what I thought last week at amerimold when my friend from Hasco handed me the German version of the "Top 10 Reasons to Be a Moldmaker" t-shirt. I only got around to translating a few of them, so feel free to chime in if you know some German.
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Best Practices and Benchmarks Revealed at amerimold 2013
In addition to some mold design best practices, the results of a 2013 North America Tool Shop Benchmark Survey were revealed during a Knowledge Center presentation by Cimatron Technologies.
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Lessons from Amerimold 2013 – Part 3: Moldmakers are in the Plastics Ind.
I had the pleasure of participating in a brainstorming session at the amerimold 2013 where one of the ideas discussed was the development of some industry statistics for the moldmaking sector.
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Amerimold Surprise for Progressive Components’ Cyndi Kustush
Little did Cyndi know that when the SPE Mold Making and Mold Design Division presented the Mold Designer and Moldmaker of the Year, there was a little something for her.
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Janler Speaks Strategy and Reaps Rewards at amerimold 2013
"Amerimold is not just about marketing and selling. It is also about learning and sharing best practices. I say, Thank You for inviting Janler to speak at the Knowledge Center to share the benefits that we have experienced through GF AgieCharmilles' technical guidance and support."
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Cavalier Tool Showcased at amerimold 2013
During one of amerimold's new Knowledge Center show floor presentations--Save Thousands in Outsourcing by Bringing your EDM Process In-house--Cavalier Tool's success story was shared.
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