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Purchasing Considerations for Standard Slide Assemblies
Mold manufacturers must consider several factors when evaluating standard components—quality, cost, design benefits and features, and their effects on the finished tool.
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Case Study: Mold Components
New Manifold System Offers Quicker Delivery Times without Sacrificing Quality
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How to Achieve Intelligent, Automated CNC Machining
A review of the benefits of automating CNC machining by measuring and automatically changing the cutting tools as they wear during the machining process, and what a moldmaker should consider before investing in such a technology.
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EDM Efficiencies Excel
Advancements in EDM processes in terms of machining speed and surface finish improve overall accuracy, productivity and profitability.
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Robots Impress at IMTS
I have seen some incredible demonstrations of technology this week, but this live robot at the Siemens booth (E-5010) was really impressive!
Read MorePlanned Workholding Increases Mold Shop Productivity
Planned workholding using a modular clamping system is a part of the lean approach to world-class mold manufacturing.
Read MoreAdvances in Video Collaboration
How manufacturers can take video collaboration outside of the office and onto the shop floor.
Read MoreAutomation Advancements Streamline Mold Manufacturing
Implementing new technologies across the entire shop floor improves overall accuracy, productivity and profitability.
Read MoreEquipment Investment Allows Moldmaker to Zero in Medical/Packaging Niches
Tech Mold Inc. (Tempe, AZ)—a manufacturer of high-volume, multi-cavity molds for the medical disposable, packaging (caps and closures) and consumer markets—has invested just under $1,000,000 on new equipment over the past six months. These new capabilities have allowed the company to refocus its efforts in the medical and packaging markets.
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