Analysis
Fusion Process from Abroad Increases Mold Performance
A select laser melting process has been developed overseas involving the fusion of a metallic powder by a scanning laser to produce complex, intricate 3-D parts that could impact the U.S. moldmaking industry
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Speed Mold Verification and Improve Global Cooperation
Technology solution that combines model-based inspection software and portable inspection devices to improve mold verification.
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Staying Competitive Using Mold Flow Analysis
The pressure on the supply chain is unrelenting for all things faster, better and cheaper. For moldmakers, getting molds built right the first time is critical to meeting these increasing demands. But how?
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Will You Be Competitive?
Last month, I asked in this column, “Are You Competitive?” I covered issues that you can use to measure if you are really competitive in the markets you serve, and if your business appears competitive to your customers and prospects— today. That column was intended to help focus on survival and near-term growth strategies. Among the questions I suggested you ask yourselves was, “Who Are Your Customers?”
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How to Evaluate Hot Runner Nozzless
The way to choose the right hot runner nozzle is to evaluate the entire molding system first.
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Fast, Accurate Reverse Engineering Created Improved Product
A 3-D laser scanning project involving reverse engineering a blow molded bottle when no CAD data was available.
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How to Evaluate Your Software Reseller
Your CAD/CAM reseller plays an important role in your use of software by offering technical support, answering your questions and making sure you are productive as quickly as possible. Therefore, it’s important to consider the following nine factors when evaluating them before choosing a new CAD/CAM system.
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Mold Market Analysis
Report on the challenges and opportunities for moldmakers that lie ahead in 2008.
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A Better Reverse Engineering Approach when Modifying Molds
Laser scanning services make good economic sense as they provide precise CAD data available for robot programming, which shortens the actual programming process.
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New Design Strategy for Generating Hybrid Aluminum Tooling
Design, machining and analysis software aids in aluminum mold manufacture.
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