Surface Treatment
Engineer Better, More Profitable Molds
Where moldmaking is concerned, we have the best conference tracks for learning solid strategies that can take your business from where it is to where it ought to be—and you know I’m talking about Amerimold!
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Young Leaders: Blazing New Trails
Today I’m happy to be able to blog about the third honoree of three who were honored at the recent Annual Meeting of the Technology and Manufacturing Association (TMA).
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A Focus on Technology, Not Just Machines
Beneath the sun and mountains of Pfronten, Germany, sits a 79,000 square-foot facility focused on technology, not just machines. And last week it was the site for DMG MORI’s annual Open House where 88 high-tech machines, six world premieres and an industry outlook were presented to visitors from around the globe, including me. Here I want to share a few of the highlights that just may be of interest to you.
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Plating Improves Beryllium Copper Molds
Moldmakers often overlook surface treatment as a way to further maximize the life and performance of beryllium copper molds.
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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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Best Practices for Mold Cleaning
Mold maintenance is a big part of the mold manufacturing process. So much so, it is part of MoldMaking Technology's tagline: Engineer, Build, Maintain. Toolrooms across the globe are faced with mold dilemnas that can often be avoided with a little TLC, namely proper mold cleaning. I came across some very useful mold cleaning tips that I'd like to share.
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Eliminating Seams
A zero-parting-line process requires collaboration among the toolmaker, its texturization provider and the OEM.
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Expanding Aluminum’s Potential
Hard-coating provides a number of benefits that make aluminum tooling an attractive alternative to steel.
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Laser Texturing Proves Automotive Potential
A cosmetic interior tooling application in North America could spell a brighter future for a process that promises savings throughout the supply chain.
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Protect Your Tooling Investment
Lower your VOC footprint, upgrade manufacturing operations and improve the surface quality of your final products with water-based mold release and cleaning.
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