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Machining

HMC Targets Less Setup Time, Energy Consumption

INH 63 by DMG MORI integrates a variety of machining processes to ensure moldmakers are more productive, while meeting energy-efficiency goals.

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Digital Readout Device Enhances Hole Boring Precision

IMTS 2024: Tight-tolerance-diameter mold and die operations are aided through Allied Machine’s Wohlhaupter 3ETECH+ external digital module providing improved visibility.

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Automation

Modular Reference System Boosts Smart Moldmaking Productivity

System 3R combines tooling automation and software, minimizes setup times and enhances productivity when moving workpieces from one process to the next.

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Slide Lock-Style Slide Retainers Prevent Wear

Progressive Components adds to its line of SRT slide retainers with slide lock-style slide retainers to prevent any interference with the mold during ejection and ensure proper movement of the mold.

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Machining

Deep-Hole Drilling, Milling Machine Purpose-Built for Moldmakers

Tarus highlights its lineup of DHDM machines dedicated to handling injection molds and die-cast dies.

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Linear Height Gage Improves Mold Measurement Accuracy

IMTS 2024: Mitutoyo America Corp. announces an addition to its linear height gage product line, providing simpler, more repeatable accuracy in measurement. 

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EDM

EDM Graphite Line for High-End EDM Machining

IMTS 2024: Mersen offers its complete family of EDM graphite, including its ultra-fine DS4 graphite. The graphite is used as the electrode which acts as a “cutting tool” in the sinker EDM, a machining process often used by moldmakers.       

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CAD/CAM Software Update Further Streamlines Moldmaking Efficiencies

IMTS 2024: CAM-Tool V20 is presented by CGS North America, combining efficiency, precision and advanced AI capabilities to better tailor to specific mold builder needs.

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Cutting Tools

Thread Mill Designed for Core Hole Creation, Chamfering

The Walter USA solid carbide TC685 orbital drill/thread mill is for hard machining of the core hole and thread in one operation.

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Touch Probe Technology Enables Easy Inspection for Moldmakers

IMTS2024: The WM-6000 touch probe ensures easy quality control and metrology applications that prove useful for moldmakers for jobs such as reverse engineering.

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Workholding

CNC Platform Creates Adaptable Interface for Workholding

IMTS 2024: Features such as advanced collision protection and greater operational functionality make Heidenhain’s TNC7 CNC control platform critical for mold builders, who often face multi-surface machining. 

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Runnerless Injection Molding for LSR Applications

In this guide, take a closer look at LSR’s unique properties and advantages, and how runnerless injection molding (or direct gating) for LSR applications can reduce waste, save costs, and maximize your production.

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