November 2005 Issue

November 2005

Cover Story

How to Choose the Right Tool Coating for Your Machining Application

Selection criteria and common coating attributes for PVD, CVD and other common coatings.

Features

Featured articles from the November 2005 issue of MoldMaking Technology

Basics 1 Nov 2005

Wear Parts and Consumables: The Keys to Maximizing Your EDM

Mold shops need to pay attention to the potential impact wear parts and consumables can have on their overall production.

Case Study 1 Nov 2005

Ove Nielsen: A Standing Ovation!

This SPI Moldmaker of the Year 2005 honoree’s diligent work for the industry has spanned two continents.

Maintenance & Repair 1 Nov 2005

So You Think You Know Your Molds?

Keeping molds production ready and reliable is much more dependent upon proactive maintenance measures than reactive habits.

Hot Runners 1 Nov 2005

Maintaining a Strong Relationship with Your Hot Runner Supplier

Once your hot runner supplier is chosen, you need to take the proper steps to maintain a mutually beneficial, long-term relationship.

Business Strategy 1 Nov 2005

Uncovering New Market Potential

A moldmaking enterprise can help develop new and potential markets, create work and remedy our battered economy by being open to new markets of opportunity.

Mold Materials 1 Nov 2005

Up Close and Personal

Getting up close and personal with the latest current and emerging technologies affecting the mold industry is the best way for mold manufacturers not only to see what is out there.

Design & Mfg. Software 1 Nov 2005

Selecting the Right Gating Method for Your Application

Designers may select among four hot runner gating methods, each with its advantages and disadvantages.

Analysis 1 Nov 2005

Three Influences that Are Critical to Mold Performance

Analysis, integrated design and value-engineering play an important role in choosing the right hot runner supplier.

Business Strategy 1 Nov 2005

New Business Model Required For Mold Manufacturers

Annual study shows changes in the moldmaking industry and provides insight to help make the right decisions for your shop.

Business Strategy 1 Nov 2005

Strong Three-Month Performance

Mold Business Index for September 2005

Automation 1 Nov 2005

Part Two of a Three-Part Series Five Steps for Improving Your Shop’s Maximum Productivity Part 2

The reasons and justification behind moving your component finishing operation from EDM sinking to hard milling with the right machine, software, cutters, toolholders and training; and how you can add machine time to your shop through lights out machining.