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New Alignment Options Machined From Parting Line
Progressive’s expanded Z-Series Alignment Lock options provide precision alignment of mold halves to protect shut-offs and to ensure parting line match.
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3D Printing Enables Better Coolant Delivery in Milling Operations
Just like 3D printing enabled conformal cooling channels in molds, additive manufacturing is now being used to optimize coolant delivery in cutting tools.
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Positive Wiper Geometries Increase Productivity, Part Quality
The curved wiper cutting edge featured on the universal FW4 and MW4 indexable insert geometries offered by Walter USA is capable of reducing machining time, increasing feed rates and doubling part surface quality.
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Molded Part Protection Against Production Damage, Contamination
PCS Moldshields, clear plastic “curtains,” help contain molded parts once ejected from the mold, enabling fewer damaged or contaminated parts, and thus less waste.
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Five-Axis Machine With Pallet Changer, 16k-Spindle, Versatile Control Makes More Accurate Molds Faster
The move from three- to five-axis machining with automation reduced setup times and improved surface finishes for this small but mighty Amish mold builder.
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6 Ways to Optimize High-Feed Milling
High-feed milling can significantly outweigh potential reliability challenges. Consider these six strategies in order to make high-feed milling successful for your business.
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EDM, Milling Systems for Mold and Die Application Enhancements
MC Machinery wire and sinker EDMs like the Mitsubishi SG12 and MV2400, as well as an Ingersoll Eagle V550 graphite machining center, provide more ergonomic and efficient operations.
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VIDEO: Hot Runner Maintenance Tips
Scott Clark, Hot Runner Business Manager for Husky Technologies, breaks down maintenance practices for hot runner systems.
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YCM Alliance Technical Center Grand Opening Highlights Customer-Centric Focus
The two-day event celebrated at the end of May brought in 300+ OEM and job shop customers, dealers and industry vendors for mold/die, general parts and high-speed machine demonstrations as well as industry expert presentations.
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Mold Ejector Accelerators Achieve Second-Stage Ejection
Progressive Components says its Ejector Accelerators can be used when additional pin travel is required to release molded parts from lifters, stripper plates or deep core features, without the need for a second set of ejector plates.
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