August 2003 Issue

August 2003

Cover Story

Q&A with Robert Schad, Husky

Husky Injection Molding Systems' CEO speaks frankly about his company's success, the state of the industry and where moldmaking is headed.

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Features

Featured articles from the August 2003 issue of MoldMaking Technology

Regulations

How to Use Thermal Imaging for Mold Approval

Using thermal imaging to look at any part of the process and know the actual hot and cold temperatures and their locations can give moldmakers an edge over the competition.

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Education

NTMA Annual Apprentice Competition Winner

Howard Heitger of McAfee Tool & Die takes home the coveted NTMA apprenticeship award.

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Designing Molded Products Just Got Simpler

Designing Molded Products Just Got Simpler

Rules-based design software increases manufacturability and reduces design time

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Cutting Tools

Part I: Spindles and Their Relationship to High-Speed Toolholders

There are many machine tool spindle options for high-speed machining. This first part of a two-part article illustrates the pros and cons about the many options available before making a decision.

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How to Choose the Right Plated Coating for Improved Mold Performance

There are more than eight different plated coatings for molds - knowing the right one for your application is essential to improving mold life.

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When does the clock start?

MoldMaking Technology's Leadtime Leaders share their definitions of exactly when and where in the process leadtime begins.

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