Case Study
No Compromises for Large-Mold Machining
Two double-column bridge-type VMCs reduced this operation’s reliance on outside suppliers without requiring trade-offs between power and precision.
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All According to Plan
This moldmaker influences its own destiny by staying true to itself, knowing exactly where it wants to go, and ensuring everyone in the organization understands how to get there.
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Controlling Costs by Controlling Production
A process-driven manufacturing strategy and extensive data tracking have enabled this company to double down on the advantages of integrated toolmaking and molding capability.
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An Adaptable Approach to Multi-Material Sampling
An auxiliary plastic injection unit has helped this moldmaker expand sampling capabilities and transition customers to unfamiliar processes with minimal risk and expense.
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In-House Laser Welding Offers Quick ROI
Increasing pressure for ever-faster turnaround has made outsourcing this operation impractical for these three providers of mold repair and maintenance services.
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Investing in a Five-Axis Future
This shop’s first five-axis machine offers capabilities that exceed its needs—at least for now.
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Breaking Barriers Between Vision and Reality
For this OEM, speeding time to market required empowering its captive moldmaking operation with not only new technology, but the culture to use it effectively.
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Software Streamlines Electrode Production
This German manufacturer of custom graphite electrodes benefits from software that provides a seamless transition between specialized CAD and CAM functionality.
Read MoreCompetition is Good
Losing business overseas motivated this moldmaker to re-engineer its tools, improve its processes and stand by its customer, ultimately winning the business back.
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Taking the Next Step Toward Five-Axis Efficiencies
This moldmaker’s latest five-axis machining center has improved cycle times and surface finish on certain parts while freeing older machines to process other work.
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