Videos
2014 Leadtime Leader Awards Winner: Westminster Tool Inc.—Bridging the Gap without Losing Focus
A strong sense of self and a focus on people enabled this mold manufacturer to rapidly expand pre- and post-manufacturing services without getting overwhelmed by its own growth.
WatchDesigning Flow Leaders and Restrictors
Use simulation to control flow in your injection molds.
WatchSmooth Surfaces without Hand Finishing
Advances in NURBS functionality speed up cycle times, meet high-accuracy finish requirements and allow molds to be completed on the machine.
WatchExcellence Exemplified
Get up close and personal with our 2014 Leadtime Leader winner and honorable mention.
Watch2014 Leadtime Leader Awards Honorable Mention: Aalbers Tool & Mold Inc
A rush of recent change for this moldmaker belies a long-term growth strategy that’s anything but aggressive. Key aspects of this cautious approach include strategic expansion, continuous improvement, extensive data tracking, and investments in workforce development and environmental sustainability.
WatchCreating a Balanced Cut
Decrease machine downtime and increase productivity with the right gundrilling tool.
WatchFive-Axis Myths
A look at the misinformation that prevents moldmakers from taking advantage of five-axis machining strategies to shorten total machining times.
WatchAdd Value to Your Mold Designs
Mold simulation tools will help you understand mold filling behavior and minimize lead times in the engineering process.
WatchConformal Cooling and Simulation in Real Mold Shops
Learn how innovative concepts in plastic manufacturing, such as conformal cooling and simulation technology are being used today in real mold shops.
WatchMetal Laser Sintering Hybrid Milling
Metal laser sintering hybrid milling combines metal powder 3D laser sintering with high speed milling finishing into one machining system.
WatchControl All 3D Scanning and Probing Measurement and Data
A metrology tool for feature-based part inspection.
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