MMT Chats: Top of Mind Should be the Business of Moldmaking
For this MMT Chat, my guest is Charles Daniels CFO of Wepco Plastics in Middlefield, Connecticut. He is also one of MMT’s newer Editorial Advisory Board members. He shares his insights on the role of social media in manufacturing, how to improve the “business” side of a small mold shop, continually developing culture and an update on Wepco’s COVID outreach.
Christina M. Fuges
Editorial Director, MoldMaking Technology
PCS Unveils New Company Website
PCS has released their new company website with features to help customers find exactly what they need, the company says.
PODCAST: Accomplished Women Empowering Accomplished Women in Manufacturing
I was surprised, humbled and honored when The WAM Podcast invited me to be a guest on its 96th episode. I mean, it’s not every day that someone in the trade press is asked to freely and publicly promote their brand on top of being considered an “accomplished” woman in manufacturing.
BIG KAISER Raises Funds for National Robotics League
From November 1 to December 31, 2019, Big Kaiser will donate 2% of every order from an NTMA or AMT member company directly to the National Robotics League
Noteworthy News: Customer Benefits
These companies are treating their customers right with recent updates to ecommerce, expanded selections and delivery systems.
Noteworthy News: Develop Your Skills
These recent news releases present a wide range of options for industry education, from courses both in classroom settings or online to earning credentials to networking events.
The Plastek Group Wins RJG Training Excellence Award 2019
RJG announces The Plastek Group as the 2019 winner of the Training Excellence Award.
MMT Chats: Marketing’s Impact on Mold Manufacturing
MoldMaking Technology Editorial Christina Fuges chats with Kelly Kasner, Director of Sales and Marketing for Michiana Global Mold (MGM) about the benefits her marketing and advertising, MGM’s China partnership and the impact of COVID-19 on the moldmaking industry as well as the next-generation skills gap.
Christina M. Fuges
Editorial Director, MoldMaking Technology
Husky Highlights Commitment to Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Husky Injection Molding Systems highlights its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions for future generations.
M4 Named Small-Medium Sized Manufacturer of the Year
mHUB Chicago and MxD named M4 as the Fourth Revolution Awards ’ Small-Medium Sized Manufacturer of the Year.
Survey Identifies Trends and Best Practices in Industrial Sales and Marketing
Gardner Intelligence’s Industrial Buying Influence series is the most comprehensive analysis of how media and marketing impact the purchase process at discrete parts manufacturing facilities. For our 2019 survey, we need your input.
Noteworthy News: Congrats are in Order
From anniversaries to new hires to awards, MoldMaking Technology has the latest news in industry success stories.
Tooling, Tariffs and Reinventing One's Business for the "New Normal"
Mold industry professionals attending the Makino Technology Expo learned they must prepare for the “new normal” and build a better marketing and sales plan.
Mazak DISCOVER 2019 to Feature Several Speakers
Mazak will welcome several of the manufacturing industry’s leading minds as keynote speakers at its upcoming Discover 2019 event (November 5-7 and 12-13 at Mazak’s North American Headquarters and Manufacturing Campus in Florence, Kentucky).
VIDEO: 2020 Leadtime Leader Winner Shares Business Strategies with CNC Machine Shops
Emily Probst, Senior Editor with Modern Machine Shop reached out to me to chat about our 2020 Leadtime Leader Winner Precise Tooling Solutions to learn about key business aspects of this winning specialty manufacturer to share with her CNC machine shop readers.
Christina M. Fuges
Editorial Director, MoldMaking Technology
How Do You Define Plastics?
A question asked in an industry forum starts an open-ended discussion about something that affects everyone’s lives.
MC Machinery Systems and ADIRA Form Partnership
MC Machinery Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Corporation, and Adira, a Portuguese manufacturer, part of Sonae Capital portfolio, have formed a sales and service partnership.
AMBA's Sourcebook goes Digital with Hyperlinks
AMBA's Sourcebook digital version will include hyperlinks for all advertisers through the ad index.
FANUC Opens North Campus Robotics and Automation Facility
FANUC America will hold a grand opening celebration at its new 461,000 square-foot North Campus robotics and automation facility in Auburn Hills, MI, on Oct. 22, 2019.
Noteworthy News: Openings & Expansions
Business is booming for these recent moldmaking supplier companies as they add onto their businesses through building expansions, additions and new openings.
What Is MoldMaking Technology's Editorial Advisory Board?
MoldMaking Technology’s Editorial Team looks to mold manufacturing professionals to serve on its Editorial Advisory Board to help guide the content that will best serve the industry.
2020-2023 Editorial Advisory Board: Meet New Board Member Kelly Kasner
The 2020-2023 version of MoldMaking Technology's EAB features a new crew of 12 industry professionals. Here's one of them.
Christina M. Fuges
Editorial Director, MoldMaking Technology
Meximold Attendees Can Take Advantage of USMCA Opportunities
Meximold's (11/20-21; Querétaro) will include a meeting of suppliers in which more than 200 business appointments will be held between those who demand molds in Mexico and those who are able to produce and/or repair them.
Emuge Corp. to Hold Tech Expo
Manufacturing professionals are welcome and encouraged to attend Emuge Corp.’s Tech Expo, November 7, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., at its expanded state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
Noteworthy News: Industry Wrap-Up
Fallen behind on the latest industry updates? No worries, MoldMaking Technology has got your back. Check back to our site weekly to see some of the most recent news releases on exciting moldmaking news!
Kitamura Machinery Adds CNC Solutions to Dealer Network
Kitamura Machinery adds CNC Solutions to its dealer network to offer exclusive sales and service for Kitamura’s line of horizontal, vertical and five-axis machining centers in Northern California and Northern Nevada.
Meximold Offers Necessary Technical Information on Mold Manufacturing
Meximold will bring together mold, tool and die producers and global suppliers of solutions for their design, manufacturing and maintenance.
UNITED GRINDING North America Launches Motion Blog
United Grinding North America has launched a blog called Motion to provide a convenient, one-stop source for the company’s wide range of knowledge, experience and expertise.
