March 2015 Issue
March 2015
Features
Featured articles from the March 2015 issue of MoldMaking Technology
A Modern Moldmaking Trend
Moldmakers continue to pursue adding processing capabilities—whether for sampling or production molding. One shop’s journey spells out all the required investments.
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The Data-Driven Operation
Manufacturing is a team effort involving suppliers, tool shops and customers throughout the world collaborating and sharing project data.
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A Low-Maintenance Approach to Mold Care
Molds are subjected to a variety of strains during the molding process. For them to function as they were designed to and consistently produce quality parts, a regular schedule of maintenance is required.
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Flexible High-Speed Mold Machining
Use this planning guide to identify the right double-column machining center to fit your mold machining needs.
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Flexibility, Low Overhead Seed Sustainable Success
Robotics, cross-training and efficient use of available floorspace help this shop adapt to the ebb and flow of business.
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Simplify Mold Machining
Use true five-axis simultaneous machining for your molds and inserts.
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The Three Ts of "Growing Your Own"
It takes a team, tours and training to develop a feeder system that attracts and keeps a young talent pool.
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Hot Manifold Repair: What’s so Tough about it?
Maintaining a typical hot runner system takes mold maintenance skills to the next level.
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The Pellet Enters the Melt Delivery System
Choosing a hot or cold runner system is a decision for the molder and moldmaker that must balance the processing window with budget and time.
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Know Your Borrowing Options
Growing shops need two lenders to maintain profit margin: a bank and an equipment leasing company.
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Laser Texturing Proves Automotive Potential
A cosmetic interior tooling application in North America could spell a brighter future for a process that promises savings throughout the supply chain.
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