Basics
The Bottom Line: Tips for Proper Reporting
Here's what you need to know about legislation changes, tax filing deadlines and IRS enforcement updates that were implemented in 2015.
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Under the Scope: Lessons Learned in Welding
Many of this mold welder's lessons learned were as a result of questions asked by customers regarding training, processes and welding theory.
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Examining Mold Surface Quality
High-quality rotary encoders can help improve the quality of milled surfaces.
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Throwback Thursday: How to Stay Out of the ERP Trap
“Soft areas” in moldmaking are a real challenge, meaning shop floor management, MRP, ERP, scheduling software, program management, quoting software—especially as Industry 4.0 takes off. With that in mind, here is a look back at the ERP issue.
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Throwback Thursday: How to Handle Your Heaviest Molds
Many companies use heavy-duty cranes to move molds through their shops, but the larger the molds get, the harder it must be to use a crane safely and efficiently.
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WEBINAR: How to PM Hydraulic Cylinders
MMT has covered how to simplify your mold designs with self-locking cylinders that enable movement of sliding cores without the need for heel blocks or additional cylinders, and on November 3rd we will present a free webinar on how to maintain those hydraulic cylinders.
Read MoreA Look at the New Department of Labor Overtime Rule
With this new rule, it seems like a good time to go back to the basics and review what the FLSA requires of employers, what liability can result from not complying with the FLSA, and what you can do to avoid liability and make sure your exempt employees are really exempt.
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Building Your Welding Arsenal
A combination of micro-TIG and laser welding technology should cover all your bases in mold repair.
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Under the Scope: A Case for Micro-TIG Welding
Laser welding’s low heat output makes it the only viable choice for certain welding repairs, but it is not appropriate for all repairs. Micro-TIG offers its own set of benefits.
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Justifying an EDM Upgrade
Advancements in sinker EDM technology may convince you to invest in a new machine, even if your old one is working just fine.
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