MMT Blog

Workforce Development 1 Sep 2002

Designing the Moldmaking Industry's Future

The role of the mold designer has changed greatly in the past 20 years, and it is up to the moldmaker to ensure that the next generation is properly trained.

Consumer 1 Aug 2002

RCT Rapidly Prototypes Product Containers - In Days, Not Weeks.

A prototype shop manager at a global cleaning, sanitation and service company thought outside the box when he rotationally molded a liquid soap dispenser in record time for testing on a production line halfway around the globe.

Design & Mfg. Software 1 Aug 2002

Choosing Thermally Conductive Tooling Materials

By using alternative materials such as aluminum or copper-based alloys, moldmakers can help molders reduce or eliminate some molding problems down the road.

Machining 1 Aug 2002

Five-Axis Machining Software Offers Speed and Flexibility

Improvements in five-axis machining software are lowering the barrier for adoption by moldmakers.

Case Study 1 Aug 2002

Inland Technologies Bucks Trend

A unique mold shop ensures quality, on-time delivery using technology as its key tool.

Inspection & Measurement 1 Aug 2002

Data Analysis Links Design With Manufacturability

New advancements in coordinate measuring machines give moldmakers a new tool in improving operations.

Design & Mfg. Software 1 Aug 2002

Mold Design Using Solid Modeling Techniques

Take advantage of solid modeling to simplify the complexity and reduce the time needed to design molds.

Business Strategy 1 Aug 2002

Lean Manufacturing in the Moldmaking Business

Many industries wonder if lean manufacturing applies to them. But by hesitating, moldmakers could be missing out on opportunities to streamline their business.