November 2012 Issue
November 2012
Features
Featured articles from the November 2012 issue of MoldMaking Technology
How to Produce Consistent, Repeatable Electrodes
When it comes to electrode production, workholding and automation technology must be accurate and consistent to ensure repeatability and reduce machining time.
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Aerospace & Packaging
Production of Aerospace Products and Parts is Accelerating; Plastics Packaging Demand Will Exceed Growth in the Overall Economy
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Advice for Hitting the Moving Target of Succession Planning, Part 2
Steps companies can take to make the transition process smoother and easier.
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An Innovative Approach to Employee Training
This mold manufacturer looked within its own talent pool to develop—and implement—a new apprenticeship program to address the skilled workforce challenge.
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Strategic Partnerships Speed Time-to-Market Process
Westminster Tool Inc. (Plainfield, CT) has found forming strategic partnerships with key suppliers crucial to bringing its customers’ products to market faster.
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Making Your Technology Investment Pay Off
If you want to make sure that your technology investments pay off, ask yourself the following four questions prior to each purchase.
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Wirth Tool & Die: Ensuring Molds are “Worthy” of the Company Name
Wirth Tool & Die (Lannon, WI) has been in business since 1966 and this family-run business has survived the industry’s rocky times and credits its small but dedicated workforce and its creative vision as key to its perseverance.
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Future Expectations Remain Optimistic Despite Decline in Overall Activity
Total Mold Business Index for September 2012: 44.4
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Five Critical Requirements for Hot Runner Cables
When you are developing your hot runner process, don’t forget the importance of the hot runner cable.
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