Leadership
Collaboration Leads to Complete Turnkey System
To meet the special needs of this project, ICU, Husky and Tech Mold worked together to design a complete turnkey system—including machine, mold, hot runner and temperature controller.
Read MoreCreating Constructive Change: Sales Applied
There are several shops that achieved their sales goals within the past year through a solid sales process and achievable goals.
Read MoreHigh-Performance Machine Improves Large Automotive Mold Machining
With a new generation of automotive mold applications ahead, the VG is ashowpiece that reflects Hi-Tech Mold's dedication to future innovation.
Read MoreObjet Launches Two New Desktop 3-D Printers Starting at $19,900*
Objet Geometries Ltd., the innovation leader in 3D printing for rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing, revealed at EuroMold the new family of desktop 3D printers (Objet24 and Objet30), starting at $19,900*. The company also held a unique technology demonstration of new advanced materials** featuring clear transparency, high-temperature resistance and ABS-like quality simulating engineering plastics.The Objet24 and Objet30 are part of Objet’s latest family of affordable, easy to use 3D printers, making high-quality 3D printing convenient for the office of every designer and product engineer.Beginning at only $19,900*, the Objet24 is especially suited to the office environment, providing low-cost 3D printing without compromise on model detail or functional versatility.
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Automation Investment Yields Speed and Flexibility
In 2004, Industrial Molds Group took the first steps toward integrating automation to reduce both costs and turnaround times.
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Michigan Coast to Coast: Collaboration Expands Capabilities
The Michigan Coast to Coast Tool & Die Collaborative (MCCTD)—formed in 2008 under the Michigan Renaissance Zone Act (Renaissance zones are virtually free of all state and local taxes for businesses located within their boundaries)—is comprised of 13 companies (see MCCTD Members Sidebar, page xx) that joined forces to expand their own operations and support one another in a globally competitive market.
Read MoreFrom the Editor: What Makes You Stand Out?
A winning business strategy, automation success, a dedicated, skilled workforce, controlled growth, leadtime tactics, the right technology investment, new market penetration, an effective marketing strategy?
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The Death of the Cold Call
Manufacturers must seize upon the changing sourcing landscape to grow and diversify their businesses by embracing the changes the Web has brought to sourcing and supply chain management.
Read MoreFive Reasons to Consider Aluminum Tooling
Today many original equipment manufacturers are under tight restraints, such as cost, new product development and time-to-market, giving mold builders an enormous opportunity to develop the necessary technology to support today’s plastics industry.
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