May 2012 Issue

May

May 2012

Making the Jump to Five-Axis Machining Easier
Cover Story

Making the Jump to Five-Axis Machining Easier

Recent CAM software advances make five-axis machining easier than before.

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Features

Featured articles from the May 2012 issue of MoldMaking Technology

Diamond-Like Carbon Mold Coatings for Increased Durability
EDM

Diamond-Like Carbon Mold Coatings for Increased Durability

Hardness, wear resistance, deposition temperature and uniformity are the main elements to consider when choosing a coating for mold components.

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Tool Steel and Aluminum Staying Strong
Tool Steel

Tool Steel and Aluminum Staying Strong

A roundtable of mold material suppliers discuss how new offerings result in easier machinability, better weldabilty, increased strength and improved surface hardness.

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Uptrend Continues

Uptrend Continues

Total Mold Business Index for March 2012: 52.7.

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The Real Cause of Multi-Cavity Mold Imbalances

The Real Cause of Multi-Cavity Mold Imbalances

A lesson on shear induced melt variations ends some confusion regarding balancing runner systems for multi-cavity molds.

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The Innovation Advantage
Leadership

The Innovation Advantage

For mold shops, new opportunity can come in the form of innovative products and processes.

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Equipment Investment Trends
Leadership

Equipment Investment Trends

For businesses needing new equipment this year, the following are 10 equipment acquisition trends to help with their strategic equipment acquisition plans.

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The American Mold Builder’s Association: Rebranding and Building Value

The American Mold Builder’s Association: Rebranding and Building Value

The hope is that its members are able to reach out to the association on almost any issue related to the industry—whether it is operational, financial or technical.

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Basics

Five Steps to Polish an Aluminum Mold

In time and with practice, each polisher will develop his or her own tricks and short cuts.

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