Matt Danford

Matt Danford Former Senior Editor

Automation

Preparing to Automate

One of the many presentations at Makino's recent Technology Expo covered die/mold automation. Here are a few takeaways on things to think about early in any implementation.

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Case Study

From Camera Assembly to Full-Service Medical Manufacturing

Having already made a significant mark on the mold manufacturing sector, Canon Virginia is setting its sights even higher.

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Case Study

Laser-Focused on Lean

This toolroom made significant strides in reducing waste and improving workflow with the addition of just one piece of equipment: a mobile, flexible laser welding system.

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Basics

Making Wear Predictable

With thorough documentation and an investigative mindset, preventive maintenance becomes an uptime-boosting feedback loop of continuous improvement.

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Leadership

A Dedicated Approach to Maintenance and Repair

Isolating these operations from the rest of the shop provides a competitive edge for this large plastic injection mold manufacturer.

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The Right Machine and Process for Mirror-Finish Carbide, Ceramic

One presentation at United Grinding’s recent “Universe” event covered not only a machine of particular interest to toolmakers dealing with such materials, but also general information on what affects surface finish.

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Event Highlights CNC Technology

Here are a few examples of developments unveiled at Makino's 2015 Technology Expo in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

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Makino Showcases CNC, Software Advances

Here are a few examples of developments unveiled at the machine tool builder's 2015 Technology Expo in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

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Regulations

Good Times for the Plastics Industry

Data from SPI: The Plastics Industry Trade Association indicates that the sector not only outperformed other economic sectors, but will experience accelerating growth in 2016.

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Education

NIMS Partners With Grant-Winning Apprenticeship Program

Focus:HOPE is one of the latest examples of a manufacturing training program getting attention from the highest levels of government.

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More than the Essentials

With Big Plus interface, a chiller and other spindle features as standard, this shop’s new VMC offered gains over and above the speed and lookahead it needed.

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It's All About the Details

Here are a few examples of improvements resulting from this mold manufacturer's drive to weed out even seemingly minor inefficiencies.

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