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PCD Milling Cutters Reduce Cutting Forces and Vibration
Walter USA LLC offers the MP060, MP160 and MP260 milling cutters with brazed PCD cutting edges for machining aluminum, aluminum-silicon alloys, magnesium alloys, plastics and fiber composite materials.
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Upgraded Portfolio Offers Insert and Torque Out Testing Equipment
E-Z LOK, manufacturer and distributor of threaded inserts for metal, plastic and wood, announces it will begin to build out a portfolio of both pull-out and torque out test data for the inserts it offers.
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Cooling Solution Increases Efficiency, Energy Savings in Molds
Hasco America Inc. highlights its Cooling Tornado, a solution for increasing efficiency and saving energy during the cooling of the mold.
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Automatic Tool Changer Benefits Machine-Adapted Clamping Units in Turning Centers
Sandvik Coromant Company introduces its automatic tool change (ATC) for machine-adapted clamping units (MACU) in turning centers.
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Why Shoulder Bolts Are Too Important to Ignore (Part 1)
These humble but essential fasteners used in injection molds are known by various names and used for a number of purposes.
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Expanded Range of Flat-Top Inserts Enables Chipping Resistance
Tungaloy-NTK Inc. announces the expansion of its MillQuadFeed series to include flat-top inserts with enhanced edge strength.
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Precision Meets Innovation at IMTS 2024
After attending IMTS, it's clear that the integration of advanced technologies is ready to enhance precision, efficiency and automation in mold manufacturing processes. It’s a massive event, so here’s a glimpse of what the MMT team experienced firsthand.
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Quick Mold Change and LSR Tooling Trends
In this short but informational MMT Chat, MMT Editorial Director, Christina Fuges, sits down with Roembke Mfg. & Design Inc.’s Business Development Manager, Adam Shaal, to talk about a quick mold change solution, LSR tooling and the future moldmaker.
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CNC Platform Creates Adaptable Interface for Workholding
IMTS 2024: Features such as advanced collision protection and greater operational functionality make Heidenhain’s TNC7 CNC control platform critical for mold builders, who often face multi-surface machining.
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How to Implement Five-Axis Mold Machining for Higher Productivity, Versatility
Understanding the basics of five-axis capabilities justifies the investment, but exploring all the multi-axis machine benefits and approaches enhances the return on investment.
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Space-Saving Five-Axis Provides Productive Mold Machining
The Grob G150 universal machining center and its spatial accuracy enhances its performance with complex, high-precision components.
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MMT Chats: Predictable Manufacturing and Incremental Gains Can Transform Moldmaking
MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges catches up with the president of Eden Tool and Eden Manufacturing, Dave Tomic. We talk about predictable performance in moldmaking and the value of small incremental gains in an organization versus big change via disruptive technology. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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MMT Chats: The Connection Between Additive Manufacturing Education and ROI
This MMT Chat continues the conversation with Action Mold and Machining, as two members of the Additive Manufacturing team dig a little deeper into AM education, AM’s return on investment and the facility and equipment requirements to implement AM properly.
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VIDEO: AM Powder Addresses Current Inefficiencies, Sustainability and Skills Gap
Steel supplier discusses high thermal conductivity metal powders that also address the skills gaps via user-friendly materials and promote sustainability via durability and higher cycle counts.
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Hybrid CAM Strategy Enables High-Quality, Efficient Mold Repair
As CAM technology requirements accelerate, and the market for additive/hybrid processes evolves, Open Mind highlights its hyperMILL for efficient repair or rework of molds.
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Do You Remember?...The Best of MMT September
Say, do you remember? These top-viewed MMT articles from September?
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VIDEO: Why Is Sustainability Important to Mold Builders
Marta Orozco with DME shares ways mold builders can be a part of building a more sustainable future.
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VIDEO: Qualifying Modified H-13 for 3D-Printed Tooling
Next Chapter Manufacturing and International Mold Steel discuss their partnership to qualify a modified H-13 for tooling applications.
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EDM Machining Services Supplier Specializes in Precision Component Manufacturing
Accu-Prompt highlights the equipment it has available in its Minneapolis shop to support the EDM needs of moldmakers and molders.
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MMT Chats: 4 Keys to a Successful Mold-Building Operation: Innovation, Transparency, Accessibility and Relationship
MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges chats with Steve Michon, co-owner of Zero Tolerance in Clinton Township, Michigan, about the excitement of solving problems, the benefits of showing gratitude, the real struggle with delegation and the importance of staying on top of technology. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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Products and Services for Multiple Moldmaking Needs
New year, new technology roundup! Featured here is a collection of product offerings, from profile milling cutters to industry-specific CAD/CAM software to innovative hot work tool steels.
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Predictive Manufacturing Moves Mold Builder into Advanced Medical Component Manufacturing
From a hot rod hobby, medical molds and shop performance to technology extremes, key relationships and a growth strategy, it’s obvious details matter at Eden Tool.
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MoldMaking Technology's Most-Viewed Content 2022: Products
MMT shares the five top-viewed technologies, equipment and services of 2022 in each Engineer, Build, Maintain and Manage tenet based on Google Analytics.
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2021 Leadtime Leader Award Winner: Westminster Tool—Perseverance with a Plan
Westminster Tool’s latest commitment to the plan—investment in new technologies, processes and capabilities, workforce development/training and sales & marketing—helped them edge out this year’s competition.
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Tangentially Mounted Inserts Achieve Multifunctional Milling
The Kyocera MA90 milling insert series delivers high body rigidity with lower cutting forces in an effort to provide tough and reliable machining performance.
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Highly Wear-Resistant Thread Milling Grade Promotes Difficult Material Cutting
The Walter USA Tiger·tec Gold grade WSM37G is most effective for machining blind-hole and through-hole threads in hard steel, stainless steel, cast iron and heat-resistant super alloys.
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Modular Tooling Systems Enable Versatility in Hole-Drilling Operations
The versatility of replaceable cutting edges offers users the ability to adapt to varied operations.
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Indexable Milling Platform Advances Mold and Die Capabilities
The Dapra Vapor platform features elements in body design and TRI-X2 insert geometry for higher metal removal rates and extended tool life.
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Shell Mill Supports Variety of Rough Milling Strategies
The Ceratizit MaxiMill 251 is optimal for pocketing, mold and die roughing, face milling, slotting and helical interpolation of holes.
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Cutting Tools Portfolio Caters to High Machining Demands
The Haimer Mill line offers a variety of entry-level cutting tools for roughing and finishing that deliver precision, reliability and efficiency.
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MMT Chats: Cavalier Tool & Mfg. Talks VR in Mold Design
Join MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges as she gets the latest news on this mold builder's use of VR for mold design education.
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Dynamic Tool Corporation – Creating the Team to Move Moldmaking Into the Future
For 40+ years, Dynamic Tool Corp. has offered precision tooling, emphasizing education, mentoring and innovation. The company is committed to excellence, integrity, safety and customer service, as well as inspiring growth and quality in manufacturing.
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Advancing Moldmaking and Plastics: Trends in 3D Printing, Automation and Sustainability
NPE 2024 showcased the latest trends and technologies in innovation, efficiency and sustainability for moldmakers and molders, featuring advancements in 3D printing, automation, design and virtual reality/augmented reality/artificial intelligence.
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Injection Molds and Integrated Solutions Through Ambition and Innovation
Jordan Robertson, VP, Business Development and Marketing for StackTeck discusses various mold technologies to improve efficiencies in automation, cooling, lightweighting and sustainability.
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MMT Chat: Key Principles of an Automated System
PFAFF Molds develops its automated systems to address key customer pain points – such as high worker turnover, rising costs, volume fluctuation and sustainability.
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Moldmaking, the Relentless Pursuit of Innovation … Oh Yeah!
Innovation was at the root of the presentation lineup for the 2023 MoldMaking Conference, which included a heavy focus on automation, collaboration and communication, as well as mold design, talent development, reshoring and sustainability.
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VIDEO: Addressing Data Needs with Mold Component Solutions
The need for data to track information and the history of the mold-building process is ever-increasing, and mold component solutions can help.
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VIDEO: Enhancing Data-Driven Decisions with Cloud-Based Mold Monitoring
Steps to improve data-driven decision-making and key features of a cloud-based system for mold monitoring and asset management.
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VIDEO: Mold Component Advancements & Hot Runner Insights
Advancements in mold components, hot runner temperature control and custom manifold configuration that address cycle time, quality and sustainability issues.
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An "Impossible" Automation Project Still Proves Invaluable
Two years later and a once-thought-impossible automation solution is still proving its worth to this high-mix, low-volume manufacturer via variable capacity.
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To the Next Level: Hot Runners, Mold Components Solutions and Services
Moldmaking can be a complex business, but things can be simplified with the right hot runner and mold component technologies and services.
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VIDEO: Taking a People Before Product Approach to Growing a Business
Angela Elsey, President of PCS Company, shares her journey into moldmaking, perspective on the industry and plans for the business.
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VIDEO: Innovative Materials Boost Mold Efficiency
Advancements in metal 3D printing and stainless steel optimize mold building for diverse, high-demand industries.
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Project Reveals Added Benefits of New P20 Grade Steel in Machinability, Cycle Time and No Stress Relief
MoldMaking Technology's Christina Fuges talks with General Motors' Shane Appel about a project testing a new P20 steel grade's dimensional stability.
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MMT Chats: California Mold Builder Discusses the Difficulties with Silicone Molding and the Power of the Magic 8 Ball
MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges sits down with M.R. Mold President and Owner, Rick Finnie, to discuss how he began his moldmaking career, M.R. Mold's LSR Education, and the struggles of working with silicone. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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Advancing the Mold With New Technologies
This roundup is full of products and services that help answer concerns and meet needs for the industry. Featured in this roundup are hot runners, mold components, mold materials and more.
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Technology Roundup: The K Show Experience
Catch a glimpse into technologies for plastics, rubber, injection molding, hot runners, sustainability and more being showcased at this year’s K 2022.
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MMT Chats: Wepco's Journey with Metal 3D Printing
MMT's Editorial Director, Christina Fuges sits down with Wepco's director of manufacturing Support, Amanda Wiriya to talk about Wepco's journey with 3D printing and how the company brings awareness to the community about the growing moldmaking industry. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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VIDEO: Hot Runner Systems and Motion Control Advancements
Innovations in hot runner and mold motion controller technologies contribute to a more sustainable manufacturing process.
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High-Performance Hot Runner System Fills Thinner Preforms
The unveiled PET-Series hot runner system by Mold-Masters delivers consistent, high-performance processing capabilities and incorporates new technologies for enhancing part quality, increasing productivity and lowering part cost.
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Mobile Data Logger for Toolmaking and Production
D-System is a data logger from Hotset America that records the energy balance of water circuits in a mold.
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VIDEO: How to Protect Your Hot Runner Systems
Chad Root Managing Partner for Fast Heat by Spark Industries reviews some molding machine integration concepts that protect hot runner systems, the molding machine, reduce scrap and help keep a log of events.
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MMT Chats: Westfall Technik Talks Runnerless Micro Molds and More
Westfall Technik sits down with MMT Editorial Director Christina Fuges to discuss their new micro hot runner technology, the closeness of the moldmaking community and the importance of integration. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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VIDEO: Hot Runner Solutions Driven by Performance and Partnership
INCOE’s New Business Development Manager Jim Bott and Business Development Manager David Shirley break down valve gating technology, balanced hot runner systems and the secret to partnering with customers to develop the right melt management technology.
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Latest Build News And Updates
Video: Mold Base for Product Development With 3D Printed Molds
Alba Enterprises created a mold base to match the needs and pacing of product iteration using mold tooling made via additive manufacturing.
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Ejector Delay Unit for Two-Stage Demolding
Hasco’s Z1725/… ejector delay unit enables two-stage ejector demolding so sprue and part are cleanly separated through a coordinated ejector movement.
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Video: Mold Component Technology Solutions Boost Sustainability
Sustainable, productivity-boosting innovations for moldmakers, including stress relief, traceability and cooling solutions.
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Ejector Pins Offer Benefits to Mold Performance
Regal Components Inc. offers its M2 Thru-Tuff ejector pins to elevate mold efficiency and durability.
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Octagon Face Milling Cutter Offers a Variety of Finishing Capabilities
Walter USA LLC highlights its M2029 octagon face mill which boosts productivity when finishing cast iron and steel parts.
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Milling Line Offers Plunging, Ramping Capabilities
Kyocera SGS Precision Tools highlights its Z-Carb XPR end mill line with plunging and ramping capabilities to enable more aggressive tool paths and a wider variety of roughing and finishing techniques while still maintaining precision and durability.
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Three Good Reasons to Switch from Three- to Five-Axis Machining in Moldmaking
Five-axis machining technology is a great tool in the moldmaker toolbox.
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MMT Chats: Eliminating the Noise to Stay Focused on the Customer
Metro Mold & Design joins me to discuss the value of the 80/20 rule as a business strategy, its talented cross-functional team, the role of automation in mold building and molding, and the continuing impact of COVID-19.
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The Connector Conundrum: 3D Printed Mold Tooling’s Role in Innovation
ReelView Fishing faced an electronics obstacle in the development of its new technology for underwater video. Additive manufacturing for moldmaking enabled the speed necessary to iterate to a solution.
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Maximizing Machine Tool Potential With CAM Software
Identifying specific areas where CAM software can utilize machine capabilities to benefit the user and maximize milling machine potential.
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VIDEO: Sustainable Molding and Advanced Gating
Hot runner supplier emphasizes sustainability in bio-resin molding, custom side gating and valve gate technologies.
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It Starts With the Part: A Plastic Part Checklist Ensures Good Mold Design
All successful mold build projects start with examining the part to be molded to ensure it is moldable and will meet the customers' production objectives.
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