Matt Danford Former Senior Editor
Leveraging Limited Resources
This moldmaker credits cross-training, unattended machining and a knack for problem-solving for its ability to survive and thrive through tough times.
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How Do You Prefer to Finance Equipment?
If a new survey is any indication, increasing numbers of shops prefer leases and other non-bank options over traditional loans.
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Smart Machining
Among the highlights of Okuma’s recent Technology Showcase event were productivity-enhancing “apps” for the company’s open-architecture CNC; a tool monitoring and adaptive control system; and an auto-tuning system that eases error compensation on five-axis machine tools.
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Tech Event Highlights “Smart” Machining Technology
Among the highlights of Okuma’s recent Technology Showcase event were productivity-enhancing “apps” for the company’s open-architecture CNC; a tool monitoring and adaptive control system; and an auto-tuning system that eases error compensation on five-axis machine tools.
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Reconsidering Copper Electrodes
Although most U.S. moldmakers machine EDM electrodes from graphite, one shop reports that copper creates less of a mess, reduces flaws resulting from DC arcing, and imparts a better surface finish.
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Euromold Evolves, but Maintains Focus
Additive technology was a big draw at this year’s Euromold show, but traditional players have plenty to showcase as well.
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Attracting the Other Half
An advertisement that went viral a few weeks ago plays into the idea that efforts directed at girls in particular could go a long way toward attracting the next generation of manufacturing employees.
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Video: Printed Molds Slash Development Costs, Lead Time
When testing prototype injection-molding parts reveals the need for design changes, this manufacturer realizes significant savings by printing new tooling rather than machining it.
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Compatibility Makes Technology Upgrade a No-Brainer
The ability to employ previous-generation tooling is just one of many notable features of Husky's latest PET preform injection molding system.
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Reconsidering Aluminum
One mold maker sheds light on the advantages of this material from a machining and handling standpoint. Another argues that it can indeed be a viable alternative to tool steel beyond just prototyping and short-run applications.
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New Tech for the Mold Shop
I’m not sure how many moldmakers attended Sodick’s “Smart Technology” open house in Schaumburg, Illinois last month, but the offerings unveiled at the event were particularly relevant to our corner of the industry.
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