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May 2009

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Inside The Numbers Inside The Numbers

Energy Market Presents Opportunity for Mold Manufacturers

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Data source: Federal Reserve Board
Forecast: Mountaintop Economics & Research, Inc.
Click Here for More Energy Industry Information »

Talking Numbers
While we’re talking numbers, remember you have until May 31st to participate in the 2009 North American Plastics Industry Study: Mold Manufacturers' Survey. All interested shops are asked to participate by visiting the plastics survey page.

Featured Event

Makino
See how performance limitations can impact your daily costs. Learn how to select the right VMC for die/mold work. Free webinar of VMCs
tested head-to-head in test-cuts with results.

From the Field From the Field

2009 Leadtime Leader Award Winner: Honorable Mention, Large Shop
Armin Tool & Manufacturing: Sampling Success

Armin Tool & Manufacturing —This moldmaker’s turnkey services—including sampling provided with the tool build—supply their customers with a complete package every time and land them the MoldMaking Technology 2009 Leadtime Leader Honorable Mention Award: Large Shop.
Read More »
Featured Product

CVD Diamond Reduces the cost of machining Graphite.
CVD Diamond Corporation offers a full line of diamond coated end mills for the machining of graphite and other abrasive, non-ferrous materials. www.cvddiamond.com
MoldMaking Expo Technical Conference Countdown

Visit www.moldmakingexpo.com/conf for Conference Session descriptions and speakers.

Pre-registering saves you $150 and MMT Insiders can receive an additional $50 off by using the discount codes: Passcode: MME09 Sourcecode: Promo. Register today at www.moldmakingexpo.com/register.

MME 2009 Conference Discount
Featured Product
Exact JobBOSS
2-Min. Mfg Type Assessment
See which type of system aligns with your business
www.exactamerica.com/jobboss
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June Cover
MoldMaking Technology’s June issue will cover:

FEATURES:
Components
Surface Treatment
Machining
Cutting Tools
Toolholders
Rapid Prototyping

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END MARKET REPORT:
Energy Industry Application Review
PRODUCT TECHNOLOGY FOCUS:
Software, Inspection/Measurement
Special Show Coverage:
MoldMaking Expo Exhibitor Product Showcase
Special Feature:
New Business Opportunities—Customer Diversification/Capabilities Improvement
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Manufacturers/Suppliers Cautiously Optimistic about Economy
It’s no secret that the U.S. is facing challenging times—and the moldmaking industry is no exception. Overseas competition and a decline in automotive work have contributed to the difficulties the mold manufacturing market has been facing; and the current economic climate has not helped.
» Read More		 Coalition Dedicated to Sustaining the North American Tool and Machining Sector
A group of four organizations have united with a group of independent tooling manufacturers with the single purpose of ensuring the future viability of the North American tool and machining sector.
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