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Machine Simulation Software Cuts Lights-Out Machining Time in Half
Software program results in increased accuracy, improved finishes and decreased cycle times. Mueller Machine & Tool Co., LLC prides itself on building high-quality, low maintenance molds since the company opened its doors 48 years ago. In order to adhere to strict leadtimes without sacrificing quality or price, they turned to CGTech/Vericut software to verify cutter paths to the CAD model before they were cut into cavities.
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Opportunity in Automotive As Per Projected Growth in Vehicle Sales


Data source: Federal Reserve Board
Forecast: Mountaintop Economics & Research, Inc.
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After a sharp spike last summer due to the "Cash for Clunkers" program, sales of cars and trucks in the U.S. held up well in the fourth quarter of 2009. The data are well above year-ago levels, but further improvement will be very gradual. Consumers are constrained by low confidence levels, high unemployment rates and sluggish income growth. All of these trends will improve in 2010, and growth in vehicle sales will be strong in 2011.

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