Workforce Development
Hands-on Workshop Teaches Mold Maintenance Process
Intensive workshop teaches the process of mold maintenance to help put an end to the firefighting culture of many toolrooms.
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On a Mission to Develop Mold Designers
Editorial Advisory Board member Nicholas Vitelli—a lecturer in the Plastics Engineering Technology Program at Penn State Behrend— discusses the need for better-trained plastics engineers and mold designers to help businesses solve problems.
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Strategic Workforce Management Supports the Moldmaking Industry
NPE2024: Kruse presents its workforce management framework for optimized organization and management of human resources.
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Tackling a Mold Designer Shortage
Survey findings reveal a shortage of skilled mold designers and engineers in the moldmaking community, calling for intervention through educational programs and exploration of training alternatives while seeking input from those who have addressed the issue successfully.
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The Role of Social Media in Manufacturing
Charles Daniels CFO of Wepco Plastics shares insights on the role of social media in manufacturing, how to improve the “business” side of a small mold shop and continually developing culture.
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Diving Deeper: More Insights From a Rising Female Moldmaking Professional
You wanted more of Jane's story as a woman in moldmaking, so I went back to dig a little deeper with this 23-year-old mold designer and project manager at Accede Mold and Tool.
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New Year, New Popular Articles from MoldMaking Technology
The top ten most-viewed articles in January reflected not only what our readers wanted to see—but also what is new and trending in moldmaking.
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Women in Manufacturing Association Continues Partnership With SME for Virtual Career Fairs
Virtual career fairs in 2024 are designed to connect motivated job seekers with companies who are dedicated to supporting, promoting and inspiring women in manufacturing.
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Electroform and Hononegah High School Partner for Hands-On Moldmaking Education
Electroform teamed up with Hononegah High School to give engineering and manufacturing students a hands-on moldmaking experience — including the design process, machining of components, assembly and mold sampling.
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What's So Cool About Manufacturing? Students Use a Camera to Find Out
Neu Dynamics Corp. collaborates with DVIRC, Ignite-MS STEM/Science and the Pennsbury School District to foster an interest in moldmaking and manufacturing among the younger generation through a state-wide student video contest.
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