Design & Mfg. Software
High-Performance Milling with a Tool Engagement Controlled CAM System
It is now possible to increase productivity without increasing cost by using a new milling technique—tool engagement milling.
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LSR/LIM Molding: A Unique Niche
One moldmaker’s decision to venture into liquid silicone rubber/liquid injection molding makes it one of the few shops that can provide molds for liquid silicone.
Read MorePrinting Vacuum Forming Tooling with FDM
Combining the advantages of 3-D CAD and FDM technology, vacuum forming can be completed quickly, efficiently and cost effectively
Read MoreOptimizing Plastic Injection Mold Materials with FEA
Tooling cost reduction can be achieved with up-front engineering via company collaboration and simulation technologies based on finite element analysis.
Read MoreSoftware Suppliers Seek Common Platforms for Mold Development
The goal is efficient data transfer that significantly reduces mold build cycles and increases margins.
Read MoreThe Evolution of Process Training for Mold Builders
Process training coupled with cavity pressure data provides mold builders with value and information that can be passed onto customers.
Read MoreDSSP: The Catalyst for a New Revolution
One CAD short- coming—a frequent disconnect between the final manufactured product and the idealized CAD model—is being addressed with digital shape sampling and processing.
Read MoreComplex Molds Mean Business for High-Tech Toolmakers
Focus on cavitation and advanced product design gives progressive mold shops a jump on competitors.
Read MoreCAM for Hard Milling
A brief overview of some of the CAM requirements, challenges and strategies for successful hard milling.
Read MoreValidation of Design Guidelines
Flow simulation software integrated with powerful 3-D CAD functionality can be effectively and efficiently applied to validate guidelines for cooling time and runner sizing.
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