Machining
From the Field: Programming Software for Producing Playmobile Toy Molds
If it is still the norm in many tool- and moldmaking businesses to carry out programming either offline or directly on the machine, then the Playmobil example shows that a combination of both provides a lot of scope for creating and implementing new ideas.
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Machine Tool Expandability Through Efficient Retrofitting
Considerations for determining if retrofitting is the appropriate and economical solution for your shop.
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Hydraulic Fluid Reduces Energy Consumption by Eight Percent
An energy-efficient hydraulic fluid has been developed for use with CNC machines that features low-deposit forming tendencies, provides equipment protection and can extend oil maintenance intervals.
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Elite Mold & Engineering: Team Elite
Being both a moldmaker and a molder allows Elite Mold to be a one-stop team for its customers and the MoldMaking Technology 2009 Leadtime Leader Honorable Mention Award: Small Shop.
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The Right PC CNC Brings Speed to Moldmakers
What to look for in a control to get the speed, accuracy, surface finish, flexibility, convenience and value a moldmaker needs.
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High-Speed Machining Simplified
How high-speed machining can be reliably achieved by using the principles applied along with the correct tooling, feeds and speeds.
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Making the Most of High-Speed Machining
High-speed machining can cut mold manufacturing time in half, but only if it’s executed with an eye to the special needs of the tools and the process.
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Metalworking Skills Are in Demand Among Green Power Suppliers
Mold shops seeking new business have sizeable opportunities machining parts for new energy systems.
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Reducing Fixturing Costs with Magnets
A look at magnetic workholding solutions, applications and benefits.
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