MMT Blog

Hot Runners 11 Mar 2023

Switch to Hot Runners Pays Off for Pulley Molder

Retlaw has cut scrap, improved part quality and slashed cycles since adopting hot runner technology.

PTXPO 10 Mar 2023

Plenty to Check Out at the MMT Booth during PTXPO

Industry trade shows are a great place to connect, gain insight, take in new technology and processes, and walk away with some fun swag. Here is what you can expect at MoldMaking Technology Booth 1609 at the PTXPO on March 28-30 in Rosemont, Illinois.

Ecomonics 10 Mar 2023

February's Moldmaking Industry GBI Crept Toward Growth

Despite contracting activity, moldmaking landed itself on the cusp to potential expansion in March, further encouraged by the slowing contraction of most Index components.

Automotive 9 Mar 2023

Mold Innovations Power Unique Auto Lighting Elements on Hummer EVs

Diamond machining, electroforming of micro-optical inserts and modified latch-lock system help injection molds produce unique forward lighting elements.

8 Mar 2023

Connecting to the MMT Audience Through Polls

MoldMaking Technology understands the importance of getting to know our audience. This year, we have decided to run bi-weekly polls in our MMT Today newsletter to get to know our audience better.

Hot Runners 6 Mar 2023

PTXPO 2023 Preview: Advancing the Mold With Featured Mold Component, Hot Runner Technology

There’s no doubt mold components and hot runners are important parts of the moldmaking industry. This preview gives mold buyers, mold builders and injection molders a look into PTXPO exhibitors displaying these technologies at the show.

Hot Runners 4 Mar 2023

Breaking Down Hot Runner Maintenance

Improving a manifold’s maintenance plan requires specific skills and knowledge of its functioning areas.

MMT25 3 Mar 2023

Looking Back on 25 Years in the Moldmaking Industry

To celebrate MoldMaking Technology’s 25 years serving the industry, we’re taking readers down memory lane — for the brand and the moldmaking industry — to show how much has changed, how much has remained the same and how much innovation and opportunity still lies ahead.