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A New Standard for Roughing in Moldmaking
A look at how to use modern toolholding technology with assurance that the cutting tool will not pull-out and how to increase feeds and speeds during heavy roughing.
Read More2012 Leadtime Leader Awards: M&M Tool and Mold: Niche Mfg Still Profitable
Surviving and thriving through an acquisition during a recession with an emphasis on lean principles and automation lands this former Leadtime Leader winner the MoldMaking Technology 2012 Leadtime Leader Award: Honorable Mention.
Read MoreStandardizing Short- and Long-Run Production
New hot sprue bushing technology makes it possible to replicate the full hot runner system for low-volume production.
Read MoreSelecting a Valve Gate Hot Runner
A look at valve gate plate actuation technology for consistent part filling, excellent gate quality and close nozzle spacing.
Read MoreMaking the Jump to Five-Axis Machining Easier
Recent CAM software advances make five-axis machining easier than before.
Read MoreDiamond-Like Carbon Mold Coatings for Increased Durability
Hardness, wear resistance, deposition temperature and uniformity are the main elements to consider when choosing a coating for mold components.
Read MoreLong-Term Accuracy Meets Moldmaker/Molder’s Machining Needs
“Where you do find time savings is five years or 10 years down the road, when other machines are losing their accuracy, these pieces of equipment are still accurate.”
Read MorePrecision Toolholding Optimizes Tire Mold Production
Case Study / Toolholding / Automotive
Read MoreTechnology Investment Pays Off for New England Moldmaker
For Wepco, the reward of reduced cycle times and increased productivity, which enabled them to book more jobs per week without sacrificing quality, was worth the risk.
Read MoreMachining Centers Allow Moldmaker to Hold Consistent Tolerances/Finishes
“When the difference between success and failure, or profit and loss, can be measured in thousandths of an inch, experience is your most important asset.”
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