April 2014 Issue
April 2014
Features
Featured articles from the April 2014 issue of MoldMaking Technology
Carving a Niche with Multi-Material Sampling
In-house commissioning of multi-shot plastic injection molds is expected to pay dividends for this moldmaker—and, perhaps more importantly, for its customers.
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Providing Intelligence Back to the CAD Model
Inspection software can help 3D CAD, 3D GD&T and measuring devices work together to ensure design intent.
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Hot Runner Design Considerations
Evaluating system design can help avoid potential problems down the road.
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In the Trenches: An Ounce of Prevention - Design Review
Examining a troubled tool from a design review perspective can reveal engineering options.
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Using Software to Support Your Automation Agenda
As shops look to streamline processes and increase productivity, automation is among the highest priorities. Software is one tool that can be easily implemented to help meet those goals.
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Choosing the Right Cutting Tool for Pre-Hard Materials
There are four common tool types to consider for cutting pre-hard materials: ball-end, toroidal, multi-fluted bull-nose and square-end.
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From Craft to Science
For this shop, efforts to adapt to technology that reduces the need for human labor have driven a fundamental and ongoing shift to a more standardized manufacturing process.
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Going to Extremes with EDM Drilling
Expertise in drilling start holes helps this wire EDM shop give 110 percent on every job without breaking the bank.
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