Engineer

Design & Mfg. Software 1 Nov 2016

Challenges of Multi-Cavity Co-Injection Molding

Simulation shows that, to be effective, these types of molds must be designed with consideration for how the materials will be distributed throughout them.

Design & Mfg. Software 27 Oct 2016

TBT: Integrating Electrode Production

Many companies have an amazing setup in their shops and the machines are running day and night. But one thing still stands out for even the most advanced shops: how slow the EDM process can be.

Education 15 Aug 2016

Project-Based Learning – The Rest of the Story

In this month’s issue of MMT, I wrote about an instructor’s strategy for teaching his mechanical engineering students about moldmaking via project-based learning. I couldn’t include absolutely everything this instructor teaches his students, so I thought I’d blog about it.

Data Management Software 1 Aug 2016

Tracking Tools in the Cloud

Whether for a local mold shop or a globally renowned supplier, a centralized system for reviewing and analyzing data is key.

Leadership 27 Jul 2016

Using CAD/CAM for Product Development

To show the value of CAD/CAM software in research and development projects, I wanted to share this story that was sent to me about an Italian plastic injection mold builder that combines craftsmanship with current technologies to offer fully integrated project management.

Design & Mfg. Software 25 Jul 2016

Designing Molds, Building Futures

Wes Cobb, president of Technical Design Associates Inc. in Brevard, North Carolina, is the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Mold Technologies Division’s 2016 Mold Designer of the Year.

Design & Mfg. Software 15 Jul 2016

Robust Process and Part Design: How Do You Ensure Success?

Using DOE with Moldflow has grown more popular in recent years because of its ability to optimize part manufacturability, according to Jeff Higgins from Autodesk, who recently conducted a webinar on the topic for MMT readers. Today, we’re offering some highlights from the webinar based on the many questions Jeff fielded and answered for attendees.