Automatically generating surface and solid meshes of a part, part insert and mold base calls for a simulation tool for over-molding and insert molding along with a robust pre-processor.
Timing couldn’t be better for MoldMaking Technology’s annual Technology Review and Sourcing Guide. This issue serves as the perfect companion to decision-making for your next technology investment, upgrade, alternative process or new strategy, or for just shopping around.
If there is one thing I've learned about mold builders, it's that they are patriotic. And what better day to celebrate that aspect of the industry than the birthday of the United States.
Spreadsheets are a common tool in mold shops and we've touched upon their various uses in MMT. Here is another example of using spreadsheets to help create an organized way of viewing and tracking info. This time it has to do with waste.