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MMT Chats: How Hands-On Experience and Passion Earned a Scholarship

University of Wisconsin-Stout student Luke Hodgson shares how his hands-on experience in plastics engineering earned him the 2024 SPE Mold Technologies Division Glenn Beall Scholarship.

Applications Open for the 2025 SPE Mold Technologies Div. Grant and the Joseph Prischak Student Scholarship

The Society of Plastics Engineers’ Mold Technologies division is accepting applications for a $3,000 student scholarship honoring Joseph Prischak and a $5,000 educational grant program.

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.

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.

MMT Chats: Award-Winning 2024 Mold Repair Technician of the Year

Scott Phipps of United Tool and Mold (UTM) was honored with the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Div. (MTD) Mold Repair Technician of the Year award.

MMT Chats: Award-Winning 2024 Mold Designer of the Year

Keith LeSage of Westminster Tool was awarded the title of Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Div. (MTD) Mold Designer of the Year.

MMT Chats: Award-Winning 2024 Mold Apprentice of the Year

Adam Conley of Omega Tool Inc. was recognized as the Apprentice of the Year – Moldmaking by the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Div. (MTD).

MMT Chats: Award-Winning 2024 Mold Maker of the Year

Gabe English of Western Carolina Tool & Mold received the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Div. (MTD) Mold Maker of the Year award.

Mold Technologies Division of SPE Announces 2024 Award Recipients at NPE 2024

The Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) honored recipients of four awards at NPE, recognizing excellence in moldmaking and supporting the next generation with a new Apprentice of the Year award. Each winner receives a $1,000 stipend for their training program.

Scholarship, Grant Funding Available from SPE Mold Technologies Division

There’s no better time to discuss the scholarships and grants available to support education in plastics and moldmaking.

SPE Mold Technologies Div. Announces NPE Awards Ceremony Details

The Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers will announce the recipients of four awards at NPE on May 8 at the MoldMaking Technology Booth.

Mold Technologies Division Calls for Scholarship Applications

Applications for a $5,000 educational grant and $3,000 student scholarship related to plastics manufacturing engineering are open until May 31st.

Time Is Ticking for Nominations for the SPE Mold Technologies Division Awards

The Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers Inc. is pleased to announce the call for nominations for its four prestigious International Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to the moldmaking industry. Deadline: February 15!

MoldMaking Technology's Most-Viewed MMT Chats of 2023

MMT Chats—hosted by Christina Fuges—is a conversational video series uniting moldmaking professionalss to talk about manufacturing, tooling, and moldmaking methods. Take a look at our top five most-viewed MMT Chats based on Google Analytics.

Editorial Advisory Board 2023-2026: Camille Sackett, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Accede Mold & Tool

The 2023-2026 version of MoldMaking Technology's EAB features a new crew of industry professionals. Meet Camille Sackett

MMT Chats: Promoting Plastics One Student at a Time

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges chats with Eve Vitale a chief executive with the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Foundation about her passion for plastics via Plastivan—an educational tool whose mission is to change the perception of plastics one classroom at a time. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

SPE Mold Technologies to Present Apprentice of the Year Award in 2024

The new award gives all domestic and internationally active students, collegiate or apprentices in pursuit of Journey-level credentials as a moldmaker, mold designer or mold repair technician a chance to be recognized.

MMT Chats: SPE MTD 2023 Mold Maker of the Year

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges takes the opportunity to sit down with the newly named SPE Mold Technologies Division 2023 Mold Maker of the Year to learn about his lifelong career in moldmaking. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

Eifel Mold & Engineering Celebrates 50 years in Moldmaking

Under the leadership of founder Josef Hecker and his son, Rick Hecker, Eifel has developed a reputation for producing high-quality injection molds, in addition to playing an active role in giving back to the industry.

Hot Runner Tips, Apprenticeships & Waterline Maintenance, Oh My! MMT's June Top Hits

Take a look at MMT’s top hits from June based on Google Analytics.

Tolerancing in Mold Design, Overcoming Cutting Tool Vibration, SPE MTD Updates & More Most-Viewed May Content

Every month, MMT draws inspiration from its diverse readership's wide-ranging interests, from mold design tolerancing to cutting tools and beyond. Here are May’s top 10 most-viewed articles, based on Google Analytics.

MMT Chats: Update from Star of “Track the Apprentice”

CDM Tool & Manufacturing Apprentice Machinist Taylor Bartelt shares where she has been and what she has learned over the past year. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

Mold Care, 3D Scanner Best Practices, the State of Maintenance & More Most-Viewed April Content

April held a little bit of everything for MoldMaking Technology. From mold care and maintenance to 3D scanner and printing best practices, take a look at what might have missed your radar.

MMT Chats: Looking to Reinvent the SPE Mold Technologies Division

SPE Mold Technologies Division Chair breaks down all of the society’s current initiatives. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

MMT Chats: SPE MTD 2023 Mold Designer of the Year

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges sits down with the newly named SPE Mold Technologies Division 2023 Mold Designer of the Year to learn about his passion for mold design. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

SPE Mold Technologies Division Seeking Leadership Candidates

Have you ever considered a leadership role in the moldmaking, mold design and mold repair industry? If yes, then this is your chance to make an impact and join the Mold Technologies Board of Directors of the SPE.

SPE Mold Technologies Division Presents Moldmaking Award Winners

At PTXPO, the 2023 Mold Designer of the Year, Mold Maker of the Year and Mold Repair Technician of the Year were awarded to Chuck Heitmeyer, Pat Roussey II and John Demakis Sr., respectively.

Patrick Roussey II Named 2023 Mold Maker of the Year

The SPE Mold Technologies Division awarded the Mayer Tool & Engineering moldmaker recipient for his lifelong commitment and contribution to the moldmaking and plastics industry.

2023 SPE MTD Mold Maker, Designer and Repair Technician of the Year Announced!

Mark your calendars for the official announcement of these awards at PTXPO on Wednesday, March 29th at 2:30 PM at the Mold Technologies Division Booth 1614.

Editorial Advisory Board 2023-2026: Meet New Board Member Justin Jagels

The 2023-2026 version of MoldMaking Technology’s EAB features a new crew of industry professionals. Here’s one of them.

Nominations Open for 2023 Mold Maker, Designer and Repair of Person of the Year Awards

SPE Mold Technologies Division is seeking potential nominees for its three annual awards, which will be presented at this year’s PTXPO event. Nomination deadline is Feb. 28.

MMT Chats: California Mold Builder Discusses the Difficulties with Silicone Molding and the Power of the Magic 8 Ball

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges sits down with M.R. Mold President and Owner, Rick Finnie, to discuss how he began his moldmaking career, M.R. Mold's LSR Education, and the struggles of working with silicone. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

30 Under 30 Honors Program: Mentoring in the Next-Generation of Moldmaking Professionals

Young professionals are vital to the moldmaking industry, and it is important to acknowledge those making strides in shaping the industry's future. MoldMaking Technology recognizes the industry's young talent through its 30 Under 30 Honors Program.

MMT Chats: Educating Future Generations About the Plastics Industry

In this MMT Chat, I sit down with PlastiVan Educator, Mark Wolverton to discuss their strategy for educating future generations about the plastics industry. We include a balloon piercing demo and PlastiVan success stories! This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

New Recruitment Tool on How Moldmaking Careers Make a Difference

The concept was to allow young professionals currently working in our industry to share their own personal journeys and thereby help educate a future generation of workers about the fulfilling, lucrative career opportunities available in mold manufacturing. We thought the best way to convey these stories would be through a video, so we sought support from key moldmaking organizations to help this idea come to life.

Tooling for Tomorrow Hits $500,000

What does this organization actually do and how can you be a part of it to help tool up the moldmaking industry?

SPE Mold Technologies Division Launches “Track the Apprentice” Video Series

SPE Mold Technologies Division releases the first video highlighting a CNC apprentice’s journey as she learns about the skills needed in the moldmaking industry.

PlastiVan Advocates Early for Careers in Plastics and Moldmaking

The mission of PlastiVan, a national STEM educational outreach program, is to change the perception of plastics one classroom at a time and promote careers in plastics.

SPE Mold Technologies Div. Seeks Nominations for Board of Directors

Six roles for the upcoming operating year (July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023) and position for councilor to SPE headquarters and Global Leadership are now open to active SPE members.

New SPE Award Recognizes Mold Repair/Maintenance Technician Personnel

The Mold Repair/Maintenance Technician of the Year 2023 seeks nominations to highlight “the crime scene investigators” of the moldmaking industry. Submit your nominees now.

A Three-Step Process to Career Advancement Includes Mentorship

Mentorship is an effective growth strategy for your mold manufacturing career with proper preparation.

SPE Mold Technologies Division Seeks Nominations for Mold Maker, Mold Designer of the Year Award 2022

For consideration, nominees should demonstrate strong technical expertise, a reputation for conducting fair, honest business and have made contributions to SPE and/or industry. Deadline to submit is Feb. 15, 2022.

Full-Service Class 101 Mold Builder and Turnkey Systems Integrator

Accede Mold and Tool specializes in high-cavitation, stack and two-shot molds and boasts a team that supports project management, design and manufacturing engineering.

Serving on an Association Board: What’s In It For Me?

At this time every year, a call for nominations goes out to industry looking for new members to become leaders by serving on the Board of Directors of the Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers. And every year we hear the same question in return, “What’s in it for me?”

Upcoming SPE Mold Technologies Division Discussion Confronts the Challenge of Supporting Next-Generation Moldmakers

Do you find it challenging to hire new designers, engineers or moldmakers for your company? Attend “The Skilled Workforce Challenge,” on April 8, 2021, at 8 a.m. EST for global perspectives and insights on the industry’s top challenge.

Moldex3D Announced as SPE Preferred Partner

Moldex3D has been recognized by the Society of Plastic Engineers (SPE) for demonstrated leadership and innovation in the plastics industry.

SPE MTD Issues Call for Papers for 2021 ANTEC Conference

The Society of Plastic Engineers’ Mold Technologies Division is now accepting a range of submission topics before November 15, 2020.

How to Correctly Diagnose Hot Runner Electrical Issues

Watch to learn how misdiagnosing temperature control issues caused by defective or incorrectly wired components can make finding root cause and solving the problem difficult and time consuming.

Calling Vocational Technical Programs Looking for Financial Support

The Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers is looking for qualified vocational technical programs within high school or college settings that are interested in applying for annual grants to support an advanced manufacturing program with a focus on plastics.

Noteworthy News: Welcome Aboard!

Catch up on these latest moldmaking industry new hires and promotions from The L.S. Starrett Company, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence Production Software, SPE and Stratasys Ltd.

STEM Camp Girls Get an Early Education About Moldmaking

Junior-high-school age girls get an overview on moldmaking from women and men who are in it.

How Do You Define Plastics?

A question asked in an industry forum starts an open-ended discussion about something that affects everyone’s lives.

Can You Recommend Any Books on Mold Design and Manufacturing?

Mold industry pros rally to offer a list of resources in response to a fellow SPE member’s call for assistance.

SPE Mold Technologies Division Honors Two Women in Moldmaking at Amerimold

Historic honors includes the first female moldmaker of the year and only the fourth woman mold designer of the year.

Two Women Capture SPE 2019 Moldmaker and Mold Designer of the Year Honors

SPE’s Mold Technologies Division to present the awards at Amerimold on June 13.

Amerimold 2019: Fueling Growth One Mold Engineer At a Time

MoldMaking Technology’s Christina Fuges and Cynthia Kustush have served on the board of The Society of Plastics Engineers Mold Technologies Division for a few years now and know the knowledge and expertise this Division has to offer. Stop by and visit with other industry board members at Amerimold Booth 311.

SPE Milwaukee to Host Annual Golf Outing July 15

Registration is open for annual golf outing and dinner event.

Association Update: SPE Mold Technologies Division

The latest news from the Society of Plastics Engineers Mold Technologies Division, including available grant funds, ANTEC 2019 presentations and more.

SPE Mold Technologies Division Calls for Grant Applications

For the 2018–2019 academic year, the Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) will award grants ranging to $2,500 to support an advanced manufacturing program with a focus on plastics.

SPE Announces Lifetime Achievement Award Winner

Dr. Rose Ryntz will be honored as the SPE Lifetime Achievement Award winner at the Automotive Innovation Gala in November.

SPE Opens Mold Technologies Grant Application

The Mold Technologies division of the SPE is looking for qualified high school or college vocational programs interested in its annual grants.

Wayne Hertlein: Dedication to Industry Honored by SPE Detroit

SPE Detroit Section honors Wayne Hertlein as Outstanding Member 2018.

News and Reviews from Industry Organizations, August 2018

News and reviews from the American Mold Builders Association (AMBA), the Mold Technologies Division of The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPEMTD) and Canadian Association of Mold Makers (CAMM).

Scenes from Amerimold 2018, Part 2—Education!

MMT brings readers yet another look at Amerimold 2018. This time, the focus is on education via our Tech Talks, technology demos and more.

Another Plant Tour at Amerimold!

Amerimold, SPE Mold Technologies Div and SPE Detroit Section Present Hi-Tech Mold Plant Tour.

Association Update: News and Reviews from Industry Organizations

News and reviews from American Mold Builders Association (AMBA), The Mold Technologies Division of The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPEMTD) and Canadian Association of Mold Makers (CAMM).

SPE Calls for Nominations for its Annual Automotive Innovation Awards Competition

Dozens of teams made up of original equipment manufacturers and suppliers will work for months to hone submission forms and presentations that describe their part, system or complete vehicle module to support claims that their entry is the year’s “Most Innovative Use of Plastics.”

Throwback Thursday: Mold Maker and Mold Designer of the Year Award Winners

I am only throwing back to coverage of a few past winners to get you thinking about some potential nominees for this year’s SPE Mold Technologies Division Mold Maker and Mold Designer of the Year Award.

Grant Money Available for Qualified Plastics Industry Education Programs

Know of a worthy, plastics-industry-related educational program that could use some funding? The SPE Mold Technologies Division is calling for grant applications now through January 30!

Thankful for Many Blessings

I love this industry and I feel very privileged to be a moldmaker’s daughter.

2017 Editorial Advisory Board: Richard Stueber

The 2017 installment of MoldMaking Technology’s EAB features a new crew of 10 industry professionals. Richard Stueber is one of them.

SPE Awards Honor Moldmaking Careers, Contributions

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Division recently awarded its annual Mold Maker and Mold Designer of the year awards.

Technical Talks Boost Exposure, Reputation in Industry

Want to share your knowledge with a global audience? The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Division has issued a call for papers for ANTEC 2018.

Tech Tour Brings AMBA, SPE Members Together to Inform

The American Mold Builders Association's Chicago Chapter and the Society of Plastics Engineers' Mold Technologies Division partnered recently to provide a forum for learning and networking.

Plastics on Wheels

Does anyone remember RIF – Reading is Fundamental?

Designing Molds, Building Futures

Wes Cobb, president of Technical Design Associates Inc. in Brevard, North Carolina, is the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Division’s 2016 Mold Designer of the Year.

What You Put Out There Comes Back to You

Surely there is truth in this headline. I’ve seen it happen with my own eyes and recently witnessed it again when I participated with the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Division as its Mold Maker of the Year Award was presented to Geoff Luther, owner and president of A-1 Tool Corporation in Melrose Park, Illinois. The award was well-deserved.

Get On The Chain, Gang!

For a while now I have marveled at the ways folks in our industry can communicate today. There are so many resources, most of which are very accessible, like LinkedIn or Facebook, and then there are those that are more “exclusive”, I guess you could say.

Getting into the Art of Gears

Getting into the art of gears is what members of the Society of Plastics Engineers’ Chicago Section and Mold Technologies Division did last week when they toured the manufacturing plant of Winzeler Gear in Harwood Heights, Illinois.

Making a Change

I have been serving as secretary for the SPE Mold Making and Mold Design Division for the past couple of years, and one important item on our to-do list has been to change the Division name to one that is more fitting of our updated mission statement. We can now check that off of the list.

Mold Maker, Designer Recognized at Amerimold

SPE presented its moldmaker and mold designer of the year awards to Harry Raimondi of Bales Metal Surface Solutions (Downer’s Grove, Illinois) and Chris Hanes of Micro Mold Company Inc. and Plastikos Inc. (Erie, Pennsylvania).

New Video Shares the Excitement of Moldmaking

At Amerimold 2015, a new tool was debuted to help spread the excitement of careers in mold manufacturing.

Seeking Deserving Moldmakers and Mold Designers

Each year the Mold Making and Mold Design Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) searches for award recipients for its Mold Maker and Mold Designer of the Year Awards, which are presented during the Amerimold Expo taking place this June 17-18 in Rosemont, Illinois. May 15 is the nomination deadline.

Trade Fair Takeaways

Want to know what I learned from this week's SPI Western Moldmakers Trade Fair? I'll give you the highlights then maybe next time you'll want to head out to California for the annual event, or seek out similar educational and networking opportunities in your area.

Advanced Moldmaking Hits Vegas

ANTEC®, the annual plastics technical conference produced by the Society of Plastics Engineers, is heading to Vegas to connect classroom theory with real-world solutions, and this includes programming specific to mold manufacturing.

Steve Hoare: Flying High as SPE’s 2006 Moldmaker of the Year

Kudos to this shining example of perseverance and determination in sustaining a business during hard economic times.

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