February 2006

FEATURES

• A.J. Tool Co. Inc.: Niche Moldmaking Meets High Expectations

  Maintaining a Wire EDM Machine

  Understanding the Advantages of New Modular Technology: Maximizing ROI and Minimizing Risk

  Automated In-Mold Marking for Plastic Injection Mold Tools

  It’s Gut-Check Time for Tool Builders

• What Ceramic Insert Technology Can Do for Moldmakers
• Identifying Problems in Ballscrew Performance
  
  CAD Interoperability: Its Bottom Line Costs to Mold Design and Manufacturing

MMT COLUMNS

• Across the Bench: Evaluating Mold Repair Skills

• Shop Management: Buying Used Equipment

• Tax Tip: Pointers When Contesting Your Tax Assessment

  Mold Business Index: Overall Activity Levels in Positive Territory

• Technology Spotlight: Modular Mold Shell Design Increases Bottle Configuration’s Flexibility

• Analysis Case Study: Complete Mold Filling Analysis Helps with Automotive Design Challenges

• Profile: Macomb Community College: Smooth Sailing

• Free Thinking: Buying Shop Supplies Online

• Editorial: Start Your Engines