January 2009

FEATURES

• Bridging the Gap between Part and Mold Development

  Why Simulation Matters in Mold Design

  Five-Axis Inspection for Moldmakers

  Micro Tooling for a Growing Micro Moldmaking Market

  Surface Finish: Understanding Mold Surface Lingo

  LSR/LIM Molding: A Unique Niche

  Improving Quality to Increase the Bottom Line
  

MMT COLUMNS

Case Study-Collaboration: Cutting Tool/Software Providers Combine Efforts to Maximize Productivity

Case Study-Education/Training: Toolmakers Will All Have College Degrees

Case Study-Digital Shape Sampling and Processing: Using DSSP to Reinvent Footwear Manufacturing


End Market Report-Medical Industry Technology Review: Gain Access to the Recession-Proof Medical Market

Free Thinking: U.S. Is Still a Primary Manufacturing Resource

Profile: Where Are They Now: Alliance for American Manufacturing

Technology Spotlight: Steel-Supported, Aluminum Injection Mold Frame Exhibits Durability, Strength

Finance Tip: What to Look for in CAD Translation Software

Mold Business Index: Decline Less Severe Than Expected


Editorial Advisory Board Commentary: When Is Lean Too Lean?

Editorial: When Opportunity Knocks...