Maintenance & Repair
Driving Maintenance Forward
Many who build production molds are increasingly making recommendations to those running their tools, and providing the means to monitor and track that activity to get the most out of their initial investment.
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Color Matching for Mold Weld Repair
Experience and careful attention to detail are the key requirements to a predictable and consistent color match.
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Beyond Mold Building and Repair: A Strategy for Increasing Revenue
Although all mold building companies perform mold repair, few form a strategy to actually promote and provide mold maintenance to customers as a plan for growth.
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Process Produces Anti-Adhesion Coating Directly in the Mold
A new plasma coating displaces chemical release agents or durable coatings in injection molding and regenerates inside the mold.
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It Is What It Is, But What Is It?
With the right tools and experience, a mold can be plated and maintained with confidence no matter where it originated or what materials were used to build it.
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Strategic Partnerships Solidify Automotive Niche
To further strengthen its reputation as a leading innovator in the marketplace, Proper has recently formed strategic alliances with German company KrausMaffei and Woburn, MA-based Trexel Inc.—two vastly different organizations with their own specialties.
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Today's Tools for Tomorrow's Technology Leaders
As you investigate investment in capital equipment, training, services, or a myriad of other technology items, turn to this guide for assistance.
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Is Your Mold Performance and Part Quality Changing During Production Runs?
If so, the ‘key’ to stopping it may be easier than you think.
Read MoreGF AgieCharmilles Announces Technology Days 2011
GF AgieCharmilles has announced that it will be holding Technology Days 2011 on June 29 – 30 at its North American headquarters in Lincolnshire, Illinois. The two-day event will include educational seminars and training sessions, as well as technology demonstrations.
Read MoreVacuum Heat Treating of Tool Steels
Tool steel refers to a variety of carbon and alloy steels that are particularly well-suited to be made into tools, however, special attention needs to be paid during their heat treatment so as to achieve the best properties for a given application.
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