Design & Mfg. Software

Five Axis

Three Good Reasons to Switch from Three- to Five-Axis Machining in Moldmaking

Five-axis machining technology is a great tool in the moldmaker toolbox. 

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Machining

Maximizing Machine Tool Potential With CAM Software

Identifying specific areas where CAM software can utilize machine capabilities to benefit the user and maximize milling machine potential.

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Strategic Mold Cooling: Optimizing Molding Quality and Cycle Efficiency

Proper cooling is crucial in molding, yet often overlooked. Discover proper cooling methods to prevent defects and improve efficiency.

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Understanding the Elusive Nature of Mold Ventilation

A personal journey of lessons learned about the challenges of poorly designed, understood and executed mold venting.

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FAQ

How to Fix Predicted Warpage Before It Happens with Windage and CAD Model Morphing

Applying windage and model-morphing techniques saved toolmaker/molder Sturgis Molded Products the time, cost, headaches of multiple part/mold design iteration loops, cumbersome cooling fixtures, and long molding cycles.

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Custom Operating System Improves Human-Robot Interface

Unisig’s custom operating system, featured on its UNE6-2i-750-CR small-diameter gundrilling machine can reduce part setup times and improve communication between the machine’s HMI and the robotic controller.

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Precision Meets Innovation at IMTS 2024

After attending IMTS, it's clear that the integration of advanced technologies is ready to enhance precision, efficiency and automation in mold manufacturing processes. It’s a massive event, so here’s a glimpse of what the MMT team experienced firsthand.    

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Four Micro Tooling Considerations

Issues involving gating, ejection, mold splits and direction of pull are of special concern when it comes to micro tooling. 

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Updated Software: Simulation, Optimization and Postprocessing Capabilities

IMTS 2024: CGTech highlights the latest version of its flagship software, Vericut 9.5, equipped with postprocessing software along with other useful  capabilities for moldmakers.

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Turning

CAM Software Optimizes Tool Paths for Swiss Machining

IMTS 2024: SolidCAM provides programming ease of use, flexibility and configurability for complex multi-turret and multi-spindle mill-turn and Swiss CNC machines.

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