October 2014 Issue

October

October 2014

Controlling Costs by Controlling Production
Cover Story

Controlling Costs by Controlling Production

A process-driven manufacturing strategy and extensive data tracking have enabled this company to double down on the advantages of integrated toolmaking and molding capability.

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Features

Featured articles from the October 2014 issue of MoldMaking Technology

Evaluating Training Resources

Evaluating Training Resources

Finding, Training & Retaining Employees, Part 12

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Tackling Wear with Vacuum Heat Treating

Tackling Wear with Vacuum Heat Treating

This heat-treatment process provides critical temperature and wear-resistance properties to certain mold steels.

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Tool Up with Rapid Heat/Cool Technology
Hot Runners

Tool Up with Rapid Heat/Cool Technology

A rapid heating and cooling technique using pressurized water solves sink, weld line and discoloration problems.

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Graphite vs. Copper Electrode Material for EDM Applications, Part 2
EDM

Graphite vs. Copper Electrode Material for EDM Applications, Part 2

Test findings and a cost of ownership model help identify the monetary impact graphite and copper electrode materials have on manufacturing.

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In the Trenches: Think Like a Toolmaker

Fundamental knowledge and understanding is necessary in mold repair.

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Optimizing Common Roughing Technology
Cutting Tools

Optimizing Common Roughing Technology

Keeping on top of the ever-advancing range of cutting technologies, edge geometry designs, materials and coatings is essential for achieving higher productivity, faster metal removal rates and more cost-effective machining processes.

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Truly Smart EDM
Basics

Truly Smart EDM

Think ease of use, ergonomics and expertise when empowering your operators with the right EDM.

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