Christina Fuges

Christina Fuges Editorial Director

SPE MTD Opens Nominations for 2025 Moldmaking Distinction Awards

The Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc. is seeking nominees for its international Mold Maker, Mold Designer, Mold Repair Tech and Apprentice of the Year awards. 

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MMT Chats: Mentoring Future Engineering Talent by Bridging Education and Practical Work

Editorial Director Christina Fuges uncovers firsthand experiences of fostering curiosity and continuous learning at Accede Mold and Tool.

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Laser Welder Yields Fast, Precise Mold Repair

Intralox's integration of the Alpha Laser ALFlak has significantly improved their tool room efficiency when it comes to difficult welds and urgent repairs.

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VIDEO: Inspiring Future Makers: How Moldmaking Careers Make a Difference

Released earlier, this video remains a valuable recruitment tool and is being re-promoted in celebration of Manufacturing Day 2024.        

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Mold Materials

VIDEO: Innovative Materials Boost Mold Efficiency

Advancements in metal 3D printing and stainless steel optimize mold building for diverse, high-demand industries.

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Standing Together in Challenging Times: Supporting Our Moldmaking Community Affected by Helene

In our close-knit moldmaking and plastics community, we understand the power of resilience.

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Automation

MMT Chats: Cavalier Tool & Mfg. Talks VR in Mold Design

Join MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges as she gets the latest news on this mold builder's use of VR for mold design education.

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Editorial

Confronting the Mold Design Talent Drought

Recently, I reposted on LinkedIn the results of an informal survey we conducted, which revealed a shortage of skilled mold designers. It quickly gained a lot of traction. Given the response, I thought I'd summarize the feedback and keep the conversation going.

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From Mold to Medical: Precision Engineering in Advanced Tooling and Injection

The MMT Team hit the road to visit Matrix Plastic Products Inc. in Wood Dale, IL— where moldmaking, injection molding and assembly happen with surgical precision.

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VMC

Precision Meets Innovation at IMTS 2024

After attending IMTS, it's clear that the integration of advanced technologies is ready to enhance precision, efficiency and automation in mold manufacturing processes. It’s a massive event, so here’s a glimpse of what the MMT team experienced firsthand.    

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Tool Steel

VIDEO: AM Powder Addresses Current Inefficiencies, Sustainability and Skills Gap

Steel supplier discusses high thermal conductivity metal powders that also address the skills gaps via user-friendly materials and promote sustainability via durability and higher cycle counts.    

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3D Printing

MMT Chats: Exploring Sustainable Innovation & Advanced Technology: The Plastek Group's Injection Blow Mold Project & More

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges interviews VP Global Engineering & Tooling Doug Prischak and VP of Sales John Heinrikson from The Plastek Group and Triangle Tool about an injection blow mold project, sustainability, imaging, AR and 3D printing.

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