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Robot Calibration App Eases Complex Mold Design, Manufacture Constraints

SprutCAM X Robot programming software, aided by the free Robot Calibration mobile app, has expanded its list of supported robots and mechanisms, to accurately calibrate robot movement and tool operations.  

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CAD/CAM Software Generates Unique Additive Tool Paths for Mold Cooling Channels

The Open Mind hyperMILL Additive Manufacturing solution offers a variety of additive/hybrid functionalities, including toolpath strategies for designing intricate conformal cooling in a multi-axis machining setup.  

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Basics

How to Produce More Accurate Molds and Reduce Rework

Patented micro-milling process for manufacturing steel plate flat and parallel helps mold builders shorten mold build times and increase accuracy.

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Hot Runners

Switch to Hot Runners Pays Off for Pulley Molder

Retlaw has cut scrap, improved part quality and slashed cycles since adopting hot runner technology.

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Hot Runners

Temperature Control Units Attain Precise, Easy Hot Runner Control

Developments and new innovations for highly productive, accurate and reliable hot runner temperature control units to be used in the injection molding process are presented by Hasco Hot Runner.  

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Westec Plastics 3D Prints Mold Inserts Using TrueShape Technology

Mantle’s metal 3D printing enabled Westec to rapidly respond to changing customer demands, quickly produce prototype H13 mold inserts and keep design and development on track.  

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Mold Innovations Power Unique Auto Lighting Elements on Hummer EVs

Diamond machining, electroforming of micro-optical inserts and modified latch-lock system help injection molds produce unique forward lighting elements.

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Precision Metal 3D Printing Technology for Mold Manufacture

Mantle’s P-200 3D printer, combined with the TruShape process, achieves high-performance part production with shorter lead times and lower costs.  

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Workholding

Live Tool Expansion for Cutting Tool Tightening Options

North American importer Platinum Tooling offers Heimatec live tools for the Hass BMT turret to ensure more rigid mold machining operations.  

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PTXPO

PTXPO 2023 Preview: Advancing the Mold With Featured Mold Component, Hot Runner Technology

There’s no doubt mold components and hot runners are important parts of the moldmaking industry. This preview gives mold buyers, mold builders and injection molders a look into PTXPO exhibitors displaying these technologies at the show.  

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