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Use AI, Machine Learning to Take Variability Out of Manufacturing

Variability has always created insurmountable challenges for manufacturers. However, in the last decade, impact has been more painful due to a lack of experienced workforce. By leveraging technological advancements, particularly in AI, manufacturers can gain a transformative competitive advantage in both cost reduction and workforce development.

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3D Printing

Are You a Moldmaker Considering 3D Printing? Consider the 3D Printing Workshop at NPE2024

Presentations will cover 3D printing for mold tooling, material innovation, product development, bridge production and full-scale, high-volume additive manufacturing. 

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Automation

Injection Molds and Integrated Solutions Through Ambition and Innovation

Jordan Robertson, VP, Business Development and Marketing for StackTeck discusses various mold technologies to improve efficiencies in automation, cooling, lightweighting and sustainability.

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How to Use Continuing Education to Remain Competitive in Moldmaking

Continued training helps moldmakers make tooling decisions and properly use the latest cutting tool to efficiently machine high-quality molds.

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Mold Design Review: The Complete Checklist

Gerardo (Jerry) Miranda III, former global tooling manager for Oakley sunglasses, reshares his complete mold design checklist, an essential part of the product time and cost-to-market process.

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How to Customize an Interoperable Software Solution for Your Moldmaking Process

A connected software solution streamlines the moldmaking process by providing a unified source of design data, enhancing efficiency and reducing errors, with five key steps benefiting from this integration.

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Supply Chain

Decoding Reshoring: Motivations, Challenges and Technological Influences

Harry Moser, founder and president of the Reshoring Initiative, sits down for a Q&A on the motivations behind reshoring decisions, offering insights into economic, strategic and regulatory considerations.

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Thoughts on VR's Immersive, Interactive Mold Design Training

A virtual reality (VR) application transforms training from passive to active learning by immersing users in a dynamic virtual space.  

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Contraction in Moldmaking Activity Slowed Again in March

While still contracting, March’s moldmaking index is back on track, albeit at a slower pace, to potentially cross back over into expansion territory.  

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How to Manage a CAD Library

Learn five ways to organize your mold design information.

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Aligning Your People Strategy with Your Business

Editorial Advisory Board member Marion Wells, founder of Human Asset Management discusses the why and how of developing a talent plan. 

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Basics

How to Implement Five-Axis Mold Machining for Higher Productivity, Versatility

Understanding the basics of five-axis capabilities justifies the investment, but exploring all the multi-axis machine benefits and approaches enhances the return on investment.

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