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Synergetic M2M Group: A Global Presence
Overseas operations in more than 10 countries solidifies this moldmaker’s place in the world and earns them the MoldMaking Technology 2007 Leadtime Leader Honorable Mention: Large Shop.
Read MoreGlobal Manufacturing: Myth, Reality and Strategic Options
There are many proven strategies for competing in today’s global business environment and now is the time for all small and midsized manufacturers across the United States to do their homework and give them a serious look.
Read MoreAre Trade Associations Worth the Investment?
What you really get from belonging to an industry association and tips for spotting a good one.
Read MoreLearning Outside the Shop
What better way to learn outside the shop than to attend some trade shows.
Read MoreA Look at the Shortage of Manufacturing Workers
A solid base of manufacturing is critical for us to maintain our quality of life and that base can’t survive without talented people entering the trade.
Read MoreTools of the Trade
You wouldn’t think of not giving your shop workers the tools of the trade. Are you giving the people in accounting, sales, shipping, etc. the tools of their trade?
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Tool-Less Technology Designed For Low Production Runs
A new semi-automated CNC machining and fabrication process called Tool-Less™ Technology had been developed by Tool-Less Plastic Technologies, LLC (Mukilteo, WA).
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Value-Added Mechanism Can Keep Moldmakers Competitive
Profine Molds™ (Oakville, ON)—a supplier of precision multi-cavity molds and hot runner systems—has developed its next generation, flip-top closing mechanism named proCLOSE™.
Read MorePay for Performance
Transforming moldmaking from a labor-intensive business into a capital-intensive business allows moldmakers to be on similar cost structure to foreign shops and more adaptable for growth than the domestic competition.
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Global Outlook for Mold Manufacturing
Tool and die/precision machining industry trends are amazingly uniform worldwide. Business is tough almost everywhere, but getting better.
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