Mold Materials, 3D Printing Technologies for Next-Gen Moldmaking
As moldmaking advances, so too do the materials and processes involved in their efficient production, including these latest mold materials and 3D printing technologies.
Xact Metal, Uddeholm Partner to Offer Corrax Tool Steel Powder
Moldmakers and molders will have access to a mold steel capable of an A1 surface finish post-polishing, supporting the industry’s expansion into metal 3D printing.
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Cross-Functional Group Targets Metal 3D Printing Design, Engineering Services
NPE2024: An emphasis on reverse engineering, 3D printing and conformal cooling design capabilities brings high-quality molding and tooling concepts and processes to The Plastek Group customers.
Hybrid CAM Strategy Enables High-Quality, Efficient Mold Repair
As CAM technology requirements accelerate, and the market for additive/hybrid processes evolves, Open Mind highlights its hyperMILL for efficient repair or rework of molds.
Reliable, Efficient 3D Printer for High-Quality Tool Steel Components
The updated TruPrint 2000 underscores Trumpf’s focus on the tool and die industry, including a larger, square build plate and various features to ensure high quality and mass production.
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Maraging Stainless Steel Powder Engineered for Additive Manufacturing Applications
Bohler M789 AMPO, introduced by Edro Engineering, is well suited for conformal cooling inserts, or applications where high hardness and corrosion resistance is required.
Hybrid Multitasking Five-Axis Brings Subtractive, Additive Processes to Moldmakers
Mazak’s VC-500A/5X vertical machining center delivers hybrid multitasking and hot wire deposition to meet machining and additive needs.
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3 Technologies to Help Fill the Skills Gap
Moldmakers can address the labor challenge with robotic systems, simulation products and metal 3D printers.
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3D Printing Tool Steels Reformulated for More Flexible, Less Brittle Filaments
Markforged has reformulated its H13 and D2 tool steel filaments for use with its Metal X 3D printing system.
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