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Simple Considerations for Automated Mold Machining
A streamlined approach to your mold manufacturing process is accomplished most effectively through machine automation.
Read MoreMolder’s Increased Tooling Capabilities Accelerate Time-to-Market
Spectrum Plastics Group—headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, but with additional facilities in Colorado, Connecticut and New York—provides custom manufacturing solutions for its customers in the medical, aerospace, defense and precision industrial industries. An alliance with an unnamed tool and design manufacturing company in the Twin Cities area is the next step for the company to meet its customers’ needs for high quality, quick-turn tooling.
Read MoreRapid Mold Solutions, Inc.: Three-Pronged Approach to Prototype/Production Mold Manufacture
According to Rapid Mold Solutions President Damian Kuzmin, the company’s business plan was a simple one at the onset. “We wanted to service the prototyping needs of the Big 3 and the Tier 1s that supplied their specialty component needs,” he states, “we learned how to design, build, and produce parts at the price point and timing necessary to earn a lot of business quickly”. The difficult part, as it turned out, was determining what to name the new venture. ‘Radiator Mold Shop’ just wasn’t conducive to future expansion into new markets, so from the acronym RMS, Rapid Mold Solutions was born.”
Read MoreMMT's 2012 Top 10
As 2012 comes to a close I thought it would be interesting to take a look at the Top 10 articles most searched for on the MoldMaking Technology website for the past year. Here they are ...
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Steel Price Outlook: Firm in 2013, Moderately Higher in 2014/2015
The rising cost of mold steel will be a problem for many North American moldmakers in the short term, but it will also generate many opportunities for moldmakers as substitutes for steel parts are developed in industries such as autos, appliances, medical, and aerospace.
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First the President--Now Reshoring Recognition!
On the heels of hosting a POTUS at an event I attended last month, The Rodon Group has been recognized by a leading Internet Marketing Software company—HubSpot—for its “Cheaper than China” marketing campaign.
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Twitter to the Rescue
Just when you thought Twitter was a bunch of nonsense, it proves key to informing one of our Wounded Warriors about a program from which he can truly benefit, started by mold manufacturer, Mold-Craft of Willernie, MN.
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A Yearlong Mission
I never get tired of hearing stories about those who have served our country being honored for their commitment and bravery; and, our industry is full of individuals and organizations ready to show their appreciation--whether that is through donating time or money to a worthy cause. The Mold Making and Mold Design Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers shared one such story with me.
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Resins Price Outlook: Steady-to-Lower in '13
According to our Resins Price Index, the average price of plastics resins decreased by 3% in 2012. This followed an 11% rise in 2011. This Index, which is calculated monthly, is a weighted average of the published prices for several commodity grade resins. Our forecast calls for a continuation of this moderate downtrend in overall prices in 2013.
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Lending a Hand—Literally
I love it when stuff like this comes across my desk. A number of industry manufacturers’ and suppliers’ products had a “hand” in developing the world’s most advanced commercially available myoelectric prosthetic hand currently on the market, which is transforming the lives of amputees worldwide—helping them to regain independence and control in their everyday lives. I can’t think of a better cause for so many moldmaking manufacturers and suppliers to work “hand-in-hand” on!
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End of the Year Deals
Who doesn't do a little post holiday shopping to find that great end of the year deal? I know I've had some great finds in both frivolous merchandise and necessary appliances. Well, the same can be said for any shop capital expenditures you are considering, and I found an article that may help you analyze your business’ needs and select the appropriate financing option.
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