EDM
Texturing Molds for Thermoplastics: Factors for Success
Factors to consider when selecting a texture or grain for a thermoplastic mold or die.
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Cutting Tool Slashes Cycle Times by 75 Percent
This moldmaker reduces cycle times from 10 hours to two hours with a more durable, faster cutter that also leaves a nice finish.
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Optimize Machine Performance with Proper Filtration
There are multiple factors to consider when it comes to operating a wire EDM and filter quality should be one of them. Proper filtration can save EDM users money and time relating to production and maintenance. Buying low-cost filters may seem like an easy place to cut costs, but the truth is, it can be a costly mistake.
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Beating Business Volatility in Automotive Tooling
Constant-velocity cutting offers low-cost, high-tech option to hand finishing EDM electrodes.
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How Trends in Diesinking EDM are Benefiting Moldmakers
Turnkey solutions that provide automation in a more affordable and easy-to-implement package are available for today’s mold manufacturers.
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Electrode Effect on a Quality EDM Finish
The production of fine surface finishes in the cavity does not come with the technological improvements of the EDM sinker unless an electrode material of higher quality is used.
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Incorporating Automation into Your EDM Drilling Operation
Every shop that uses EDM drilling technology is a prime candidate for automation. Some just don’t know it yet.
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Part Two of a Two-Part Series EDM’s Effect on Surface Integrity
To improve the potential for success in quality mold production, moldmakers need to understand some specific characteristics of the electrode material as well as certain facets of the EDM process that affect surface finish and integrity.
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A Supplier View on a Decade Of Moldmaking Progress
There has been a tremendous amount of change in the U.S. moldmaking industry over the past 10 years, and mold shops that adopt new machine tools, services and technology will enhance their capabilities for long-term success.
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