Maintenance & Repair
In the Trenches: Mold Repair
In this multi-part series of articles, contributer James Bourne, a tool repair supervisor and freelance writer, shares his own personal struggles in the business, as well as lessons learned and tricks of the trade garnered along the way.
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Digital Mold Maintenance & Repair Supplement is Available
This month MoldMaking Technology presents its annual Mold Maintenance &Repair supplement, featuring topics such as toolroom maintenance strategies, the hidden value of spotting presses in mold validation and repair, ultrasonic cleaning, laser welding and more Check out the digital edition today.
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Laser-Focused on Lean
This toolroom made significant strides in reducing waste and improving workflow with the addition of just one piece of equipment: a mobile, flexible laser welding system.
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Get the Wear Out
An effective way to extend mold life and ease mold warranties is to better manage mold cleaning techniques.
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Making Wear Predictable
With thorough documentation and an investigative mindset, preventive maintenance becomes an uptime-boosting feedback loop of continuous improvement.
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Eliminate Unexpected Production Delays
Basic rules for getting optimal results from an ultrasonic cleaning system.
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The Hidden Value of a Spotting Press
As mold complexity increases, so, too, does the complexity of maintenance, which advances the role of spotting in mold validation.
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A Dedicated Approach to Maintenance and Repair
Isolating these operations from the rest of the shop provides a competitive edge for this large plastic injection mold manufacturer.
Read MoreAirfloat Quick Mold-Change System in Action
Make efficient use of your presses with an Airfloat Quick Mold-Change System.
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Making Maintenance and Repair Work
The right technology, the right people and the right approach are essential to improving the way you maintain and repair molds.
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