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Five Axis 8 Jul 2020

Double Column Machining Center Series Provides Highly Responsive Movement

YCM Technology introduces the “Aero” series of next generation high performance double column multi-axis DCV2018A/B-5AX machining centers.

Hot Runners 6 Jul 2020

Valve Gate Hot Runner System Provides Common Design Platform

DME’s Smart One valve gate hot runner system provides a common design platform.

Machining 3 Jul 2020

Hydraulic Clamping Module Ideal for Demanding Maching Operations

Schunk launches a hydraulic clamping module for machines with pallet changer that combines compact dimensions, high pull-down forces, an integrated lifting function and a complete monitoring function.

Mold Components 1 Jul 2020

Bronze Ejector Bushings Offer Superior Performance for Toughness

Solid bronze guided ejector bushings from PCS Company offer superior performance for toughness, tensile strength and low coefficient of friction.

A Blueprint for Die-Mold Shop Automation

An increasing number of mold and die makers are considering automation to get better utilization of their equipment and skilled people. While it will take good planning and execution, there is a manageable path to automation that will bring efficiencies to tool shops in ways hardly imaginable only a few years ago.

FAQ 26 Jun 2020

Adapting to New Ways of Working During COVID-19

Mold material suppliers are in the fight against COVID-19 just like their mold-building customers, and learning similar lessons too such as the benefits of going paperless and working remotely.

Machining 25 Jun 2020

LS Mold Inc. Discusses the Importance of Flexibility and Being Helpful

Rolling with the tides: how a Michigan mold builder has weathered economic storms for over 50 years

Automation 24 Jun 2020

Canadian Manufacturing Resiliency Helps Overcome COVID-19 Challenges

Three-quarters of companies have recalled employees or hired new staff in what is considered proof of the resiliency of the manufacturing sector, reports a monthly survey of moldmakers and industrial automation companies from the Canadian Association of Mold Makers and Automate Canada.