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Standardized, Automated Processes Facilitate Leap to Industrial Moldmaking
Automation and toolmaking were long considered incompatible, but times have changed. When applied correctly, automation can deliver considerable cost savings and increased manufacturing capacity. Germany-based moldmaker Hofmann is among those that successfully made the leap to industrial tool and moldmaking and that early on utilized the possibilities automation and standardization offers.
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How to Set Accurate Manifold Preventive-Maintenance Frequencies, Part 2
The key to developing accurate and timely PM work instructions is understanding the impact of environmental factors on manifold performance.
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Innovation Abounds at NPE2018
Here is a review of some notable moldmaking innovations and advancements on display at NPE2018.
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Poco Graphite Expands EDM Support Team
Poco Graphite announces an addition to its EDM team.
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Meusburger Group Takes Over Segoni
Meusburger Group will be taking over Segoni. The software specialist will continue as an independent enterprise and all employees will be retained.
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Spindle Core and Jacket Cooling System Control Machine Heat
Makino's compact D200Z machining center has 30,000-rpm, HSK-E50 spindle that is designed with a high-tech spindle core and jacket cooling system to tightly control thermal growth, deflection and vibration during high-speed machining operations.
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YG-1 Presents New Offering for Die and Mold Applications
Die and mold customers can now select tools by materials machined.
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Accuracy and Surface-Finish Needs Drive Cutting-Tool Solutions
Cutting-tool suppliers are using advanced coatings, new thread designs, education and collaboration to help moldmakers maximize results.
WatchGF Partners with 3D Systems
GF Machining Solutions, a division of GF, and 3D Systems announces their strategic cooperation for jointly developed, integrated manufacturing solutions based on 3D printing.
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2018 Technology Review and Sourcing Guide: Cutting Tools
MoldMaking Technology’s annual Technology Review and Sourcing Guide is an accurate, comprehensive, easy-to-read and easy-to-use use guide for researching today’s technology, equipment, products and services. The year’s latest moldmaking product developments within mold engineering/design, build and maintenance/repair are broken down into 10 sections, including cutting tools.
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