MMT Blog
Hot Runner Manufacturer Maintains Commitment to Production Planning and Quality Control
Two years later, the HRSflow facility in Byron Center, Michigan, still demonstrates workflow and quality on its hot runner manufacturing floor.
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Solving Mold Alignment Problems with the Right Alignment Lock
Correct alignment lock selection can reduce maintenance costs and molding downtime, as well as increase part quality over the mold’s entire life.
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An "Impossible" Automation Project Still Proves Invaluable
Two years later and a once-thought-impossible automation solution is still proving its worth to this high-mix, low-volume manufacturer via variable capacity.
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How to Address the Mold Engineering Skills Gap
Four ways to equip mold engineers with the necessary knowledge to tackle the skilled workforce crisis.
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Specialist Automotive Mold Builder Mentors in Work and Life Skills
Southeastern mold builder PFAFF Molds sets the standard in toolmaking for automotive window and vehicle body sealing systems through knowledge-sharing and automation.
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3D Printing Enables Better Coolant Delivery in Milling Operations
Just like 3D printing enabled conformal cooling channels in molds, additive manufacturing is now being used to optimize coolant delivery in cutting tools.
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MMT Chats: Maintaining an Arsenal of Technology for Tight-Tolerance Work
Five-axis machining, hybrid AM, automation, rebranding and legacy. Lester Jones, Executive Vice President of Custom Mold & Design (CMD) tackles all these topics with MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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Five-Axis Machine With Pallet Changer, 16k-Spindle, Versatile Control Makes More Accurate Molds Faster
The move from three- to five-axis machining with automation reduced setup times and improved surface finishes for this small but mighty Amish mold builder.
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6 Ways to Optimize High-Feed Milling
High-feed milling can significantly outweigh potential reliability challenges. Consider these six strategies in order to make high-feed milling successful for your business.
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VIDEO: Hot Runner Maintenance Tips
Scott Clark, Hot Runner Business Manager for Husky Technologies, breaks down maintenance practices for hot runner systems.
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Tolerancing in Mold Design, Part 2: Using GD&T to Address Conventional Tolerancing Issues
Mold designers can achieve a single interpretation of workpiece functionality when following the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standard.
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U.S. Economic Fundamentals Impacting Moldmaking
The economy continues to downshift, capping growth in moldmaking.
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