Automation
MMT at IMTS 2014
Last week at IMTS moldmakers were looking for technology to optimize their processes and to help them get a part off the machine with a bench-free finish. They want to save time and money without sacrificing quality. Two main areas of interest for moldmakers this year are the two As: automation and additive manufacturing.
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IMTS: Automate Your Way out of the Skilled Labor Shortage
GF Machining Solutions is on a mission this IMTS to help industry overcome the skilled labor shortage and stay competitive at the same time. Their solution is automation.
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Costing Challenges and Strategies
Mold manufacturers should automate the mold costing process to improve quote accuracy and accelerate RFQ response.
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Avoid Unplanned Downtime with Predictive Robot Data
Production success relies on manufacturing equipment as much as it does on employees.
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Video: Pushing Made in America; Made Right Here
Tech Molded Plastics has been a reader and supporter of MMT and amerimold for years, sharing their story, attending our events and lending their expertise. They made their local news to highlight their Made in America efforts.
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Get up close and personal with our 2014 Leadtime Leader winner and honorable mention.
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On-Machine Texturing and Polishing
Laser technology highlighted at DMG MORI’s recent “Innovation Days” event enables users to texture molds still fixtured on the machining center. Plans are currently in the works to similarly automate polishing.
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Transitioning from Standard Moldmaking to a Mold Mfg Process
The three drivers, according to Rexam Mold Manufacturing, to making the move from traditional moldmaking to mold manufacturing are speed, consistency and cost. This and other automation and robotics applications and solutions will be featured and discussed during an upcoming TMA Supplier Network event. This video gives a sneak peek.
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Using Software to Support Your Automation Agenda
As shops look to streamline processes and increase productivity, automation is among the highest priorities. Software is one tool that can be easily implemented to help meet those goals.
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From Craft to Science
For this shop, efforts to adapt to technology that reduces the need for human labor have driven a fundamental and ongoing shift to a more standardized manufacturing process.
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