Business Management Strategy

Today’s mold manufacturer needs to be as much a businessman as a craftsman, so it is crucial to pay attention to the management issues facing your shop including—sales & marketing plan, global initiatives/strategies, banking and finance, workforce development and new business opportunities.

Moldmaking Opportunities and Challenges Within the Current Economic Cycle
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Moldmaking Opportunities and Challenges Within the Current Economic Cycle

Report analyzes moldmaking trends, pricing, labor shortages, capital costs, competitiveness strategies and construction spending challenges.

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The Critical Role of Management Representatives in ISO 9001

In ISO 9001 quality management systems, the Management Representative (MR) plays a crucial role. While the 2015 version of ISO 9001 no longer mandates this position, having a trusted management member serve as an MR remains vital for streamlining operations and maintaining quality standards.

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Basics

How to Improve Your Current Efficiency Rate

An alternative approach to taking on more EDM-intensive work when technology and personnel investment is not an option.

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Mold Design Review: The Complete Checklist

Gerardo (Jerry) Miranda III, former global tooling manager for Oakley sunglasses, reshares his complete mold design checklist, an essential part of the product time and cost-to-market process.

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Mold Maintenance Continues to Matter: Enhanced Training Program in a New Facility

I attended a MoldTrax mold maintenance workshop in 2019 and shared my experiences, and despite changes in ownership, the workshop's remarkable value endures, as discussed in a recent Q&A with the current leadership.    

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What Mold Buyers Look for in Mold Builders

A third-generation injection molder believes communication and collaboration are essential for securing the right moldmaker for the job.

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How to Create Custom Grants for Your Moldmaking Business

Don’t just respond to grant solicitations; create ones that meet your mold shop's needs.

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The Critical Role of Management Representatives in ISO 9001

In ISO 9001 quality management systems, the Management Representative (MR) plays a crucial role. While the 2015 version of ISO 9001 no longer mandates this position, having a trusted management member serve as an MR remains vital for streamlining operations and maintaining quality standards.

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Making Mentoring Work | MMT Chat Part 2

Three of the TK Mold and Engineering team in Romeo, Michigan join me for Part 2 of this MMT Chat on mentorship by sharing how the AMBA’s Meet a Mentor Program works, lessons learned (and applied) and the way your shop can join this effort. 

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How to Empower Your Team with Leadership and Mentoring

What follows is a Q&A with James Jergens, an MMT EAB member and Owner of Ascend Innovative Mold.

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MMT Chats: Mold Builder Shares “Raw and Real” Social Media Strategy

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges sits down with Murphy Forsyth, GM – Injection Molding and Director Of Marketing for Zero Tolerance LLC in Clinton Township, MI.

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How to Scale Your Moldmaking Business

Identify pain points, tackle each one strategically and maintain flexibility to keep your moldmaking business on a path to growth.

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Education

An Academic Analysis of Moldmaking’s Workforce Challenges

Understanding and facing the moldmaking industry’s obstacles to growth requires a strategy focused on increased profitability.

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4 Benefits of Virtual Reality in Mold Design

Virtual reality (VR) can revolutionize mold design training by providing an immersive and interactive learning experience.

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Supply Chain

How to Successfully Reshore Tooling

Sloan Valve and Pyramid Molding Group shed light on the dynamics and challenges surrounding the shift toward domestic mold sourcing and the advantages of collaborating with a U.S. supplier to bring tooling back stateside.

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How to Balance Roles, Integrate New Talent and Embrace Industry 4.0

What follows is a Q&A with Isaac Trevino, an MMT EAB member and Best Tool and Engineering (BTE) Business Development Manager.

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Profile

Growth Requires Mold Builder/Molder to Shift Tooling Focus to Maintenance, Repair and Replacement

The results of aligning awareness and acceptance across departments to balance new tooling and quick response needs.

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Medical

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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Shift in U.S. Mold Imports: Emerging Countries Gain Ground in Market Share

The dynamic nature of the U.S. mold industry's global trade landscape offers challenges and opportunities for growth.

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