December 2002 Issue

December 2002

Cover Story

Getting Ahead of the Curve

Standardization improves productivity and saves money for moldmakers.

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Features

Featured articles from the December 2002 issue of MoldMaking Technology

Internal Threading Made Easy
Cutting Tools

Internal Threading Made Easy

New advances in thread milling technology allow moldmakers to meet the challenges of threading difficult materials.

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FAQ

How to Reduce Capital Equipment Expenses

Moldmakers can help molders reduce costs and maintain production with mold preservation - and maintain loyal customers in the process.

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3D Printing

The New Future of Moldmaking

A new rapid prototyping technology can save moldmakers time and money.

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Case Study

Nick Hotujac: A Lifetime of Success

A moldmaker is duly rewarded for a lifetime of work and achievements.

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Balancing Considerations for High-Speed Machining
Leadership

Balancing Considerations for High-Speed Machining

Many moldmakers utilize high-speed machining in their shops today, making balancing of the tool and toolholders a priority to preserve the integrity of the work and protect the investment in the equipment.

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The Ionic Fusion Process

Touted as an alternative to plating, ionization makes mold components harder, more lubricious and corrosion resistant.

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Managing Maintenance Improvement Initiatives
FAQ

Managing Maintenance Improvement Initiatives

The recent revision of ISO 9001 has again changed the standards landscape, placing the burden on manufacturers to define and measure their internal processes. Many are looking for a practical approach that gets the job done right the first time.

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Thermoform Tooling for the Injection Moldmaker

Thermoform Tooling for the Injection Moldmaker

By understanding thermoforming, injection moldmakers may be able to diversify their business by expanding into thermoform moldmaking.

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Unscrewing Components: One Good Turn Deserves Another

Choosing unscrewing components for your molds shortens leadtimes, reduces component costs and decreases cycle times.

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