April 2005 Issue
April 2005
Features
Featured articles from the April 2005 issue of MoldMaking Technology
The Key to Up-Front Mold Design
By involving the tool designer, builder and molder early in product development, you can reduce turnaround time by weeks or even months, shave weeks off the mold construction cycle and reduce costs by eliminating potential product design troubles.
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A Shortcut for Improving Toolroom Efficiency
Developments, strategies, processes and technologies are available to help ensure an efficient toolroom.
Read MorePart Two of a Three-Part Series Setting Up Shop
Determining repair shop space requirements.
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Improved Profitability through Process Improvement
Hard milling, automation and magnetic workholding are a winning combination.
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Part Two of a Two-Part Series High Power Laser Technologies And Moldmaking
Using high power laser cladding for rapid tooling and tool repair.
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The Key to Up-Front Mold Design — Illustration
By involving the tool designer, builder and molder early in product development, you can reduce turnaround time by weeks or even months, shave weeks off the mold construction cycle and reduce costs by eliminating potential product design troubles..
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Designing the Mold: The Foundation for Success
The impact of different mold materials with regard to cooling; how to determine waterline placement for optimum cooling; placing cooling where heat is concentrated in the part; and, how to select a mold base sized for the machine being used.
Read MoreMore Thoughts on Moldmaking in Mexico
One Mexican moldmaker believes that there is a good opportunity for American moldmakers in Mexico.
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IDEAS, INC.: Thinking Outside the Box
Entering the rapid tooling market resulted in a rapid growth spurt for this moldmaker—earning them the 2005 Leadtime Leader Honorable Mention: Small Shop.
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Spray-Formed Steels Help Moldmakers Meet New Demands
Advances in spray-formed steels help moldmakers meet increased demands on production lifetime of molds and other machine tools.
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Breaking the Mold in Mold Development
Integrated analysis capabilities streamline mold design.
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Advancing Mold Performance Using Hot Runner Technology
A quality hot runner system is one of the more important enhancements you can incorporate into a mold to improve molded part quality, reduce production times and remain price competitive.
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Ameritech Die & Mold: Life in the Fast Lane
With a heavy emphasis on complex, 3-D parts—primarily in the automotive industry—this moldmaker comes in first place when it comes to unwavering commitment to its employees.
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