January 2010 Issue
January 2010
Features
Featured articles from the January 2010 issue of MoldMaking Technology
Automotive to Aerospace: What to Consider
It is no secret that diversification is an essential strategy to today’s mold manufacturers—especially those with heavy involvement in the automotive industry.
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U.S. Molds: The Value Advantage
U.S. moldmakers are increasingly noticing projects coming back from offshore. But it’s not happening because of some wave of patriotism from their customers. Instead, it just increasingly makes more dollars and more sense.
Read MoreSteve Rotman: Championing for Apprenticeship Training
There is no question that Steve Rotman, President of Mooresville, NC-based Ameritech Die & Mold, Inc. is passionate about the industry.
Read MoreThe Death of the Cold Call
Manufacturers must seize upon the changing sourcing landscape to grow and diversify their businesses by embracing the changes the Web has brought to sourcing and supply chain management.
Read MoreKeep Your Friends Close, And Your Customers Closer
Moldmakers were the first wave of manufacturers affected by the outsourcing trend that pushed manufacturing into China.
Read MoreFlash Repair Techniques
When it comes to eliminating flash from the periphery of a molded part, there are at least three different approaches that can be taken. The choice is based largely on amount and severity of the flash.
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Overall Business Activity Held Mostly Steady
Total Mold Business Index for November 2009: 50.0
Read MoreExit Planning: Getting Started
You are beginning to think of a time beyond business ownership, but you don’t have a clear vision of how to “leave your business in style.” So what do you do?
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