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March 2024 Technology Roundup Highlights

In this most recent roundup, MMT continues to present the breadth of new or proven technologies that target the moldmaking industry, from cutting tools to software to hot runner products, that have been shared this month.

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.

VMC Provides Versatile Machining of Complex Parts

The Mazak North America VC-Ez 20X vertical machining center features a 25-horsepower 12,000-rpm CAT-40 spindle with a 30-tool-magazine automatic toolchanger.

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.

Technology and Sourcing Guide 2023: Additive Manufacturing

3D printing, or additive manufacturing, simplifies the moldmaking process by making mold inserts, mold components, end-use parts and ancillary equipment. Access this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list, AM products and more.

Maintaining a Competitive Edge: EDM, Automation and Machining Technology Roundup

This month’s technology roundup features products, processes and services relating to EDM, automation and machining. For example, jig grinding for large molds, scheduling automation software, cobot integration, die sinker EDM and much more.

Mazak DISCOVER 2021 Premiers New Technologies, Facility Expansions

Mazak’s DISCOVER 2021 event drew more than 1,500 attendees—25% of which were new customers—across North America to view its new machine tool solutions, demonstrations and walk-in presentations and tours of its production facilities.

CNC Machine Simulation Software Supports 3D Interface to Verify, Simulate and Optimize NC Programs

CGTech’s Vericut software can now read in GDML files with 3DLive, which enables users to easily obtain machine-specific information and manually build digital twin machines.

Enhanced Vertical Machining Center Efficiently Machines Multiple Workpiece Surfaces

The simultaneous five-axis design from Mazak increases automation integration capabilities and more rapid machining.

Vertical Multi-Tasking Machine Eliminates Gear-Cutting Guesswork

Combing full five-axis milling, powerful turning operations and pallet-changing capabilities, the Mazak Integrex i-630V AG Hybrid enables gear cutting control via optimized digital enhancements.

Multi-Tasking Machine Enhances Flexibility, Speed and Automation Integration

Smaller footprints, faster spindles, new turret design and ease of automation underscore new series from Mazak Corporation.

Redesigned Horizontal Machining Center Extends Part Processing Versatility

Mazak introduces the HCN-6800 NEO, which has been upgraded to deliver faster cycle times and an expanded range of application options.

Mazak Corporation White Paper Provides Manufacturing Insight

Mazak’s latest white paper, “Striking a Balance Between Machine Performance and Value,” offers information on how to make the most of every dollar spent on manufacturing equipment.

Transformational Technology and Next Generation Solutions … Presented Virtually

Machine tool manufacturers like Mazak “never sit still,” and that was evident in the press event I attended this morning on Mazak’s new All Axes Live event series, which kicks off next Tuesday August 11 at 11AM EST.

Mazak Hosts Congressman and NASA Administrator

Mazak Corporation hosted NASA’s new administrator James Frederick “Jim” Bridenstine and Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky at its Florence, Kentucky, North American Manufacturing Headquarters.

Mazak Debuts New Machines, Technology at Mazak Midwest DISCOVER Event

Mazak Corporation announces that it will host its first Discover More with Mazak technology and education event of the year at the Midwest Technology Center in Schaumburg, Illinois, on May 5-6, 2020.

Noteworthy News: Big Benefits

New websites, social media accounts, podcasts and modifications to packaging and materials to implement green initiatives from Mazak Corporation, The Plastek Group, WORKNC and Big Kaiser offer exciting benefits for customers.

Noteworthy News: Gratifying Get-Togethers

These industry events from DMG MORI, Haimer USA and Mazak Corporation provide exciting insights to latest technologies, as well as chances to meet and greet with friends both old and new.

Mazak Keeps Manufacturers Informed with All Axes Podcast

Mazak Corporation has launched All Axes, a new podcast developed to keep manufacturers in-the-know about all things manufacturing.

Mazak DISCOVER 2019 Draws Thousands of Attendees

Mazak Corporation’s DISCOVER 2019 event hosted more than 2,000 manufacturers from across North America at the company’s North American Manufacturing Headquarters in Florence, Kentucky.

Noteworthy News: Giving Back

It’s a time for giving thanks, so send a shout out to companies like DMG MORI, Big Kaiser, Mazak Corp., Mitutoyo America Corporation, Husky Injection Molding Systems and more for giving back to their communities and industry!

Machines Sport Several Productivity-Enhancing Features

Mazak Corporation will spotlight its quick turn 250MSY multi-tasking machine, QT-Primos 100 turning center with GR100 gantry loader and the VCN-570C vertical machining center at SOUTHTEC 2019.

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.

Extensive CAD/CAM Functionality Helps Complete Medical Mold Build in 6 Weeks

The industry has been talking a lot about automotive lately, so I thought I’d switch things up a bit and share the success of a medical device mold project attributed mainly to the right CAD/CAM with built-in mold component supplier catalogs.

Tech Trends: SOUTHTEC 2019 Sneak Peek

Attendees at SOUTHTEC 2019 will have the change to discover latest technologies and services to help them grow their businesses from Open Mind Technologies AG, Hexagon Production Software, Mazak Corporation and Rego-Fix.

Noteworthy News: Perks & Promotions

Whether it be its employees or its customers, the businesses in some of MoldMaking Technology’s latest news releases show appreciation through their perks and promotions!

Noteworthy News: Bigger & Better!

Last week, we focused on some of the new faces and personnel updates in moldmaking, so for this week, take a look at recent news releases of new places. Between grand openings and expanding shops, it looks like some moldmaking companies are just getting bigger and better!

Tech Trends: WESTEC-Bound

For this week’s Tech Trends, we’re heading to the west coast! Below are products offered by companies that will be attending and exhibiting at WESTEC 2019, the leading manufacturing event in sunny California.

Mazak to Demonstrate Advanced Machining Systems at DISCOVER 2019

At Discover 2019, Mazak Corporation will demonstrate more than 30 manufacturing systems,

Noteworthy News: Mark Your Calendars!

Mark your calendars now for these upcoming networking and education opportunities that promise to provide technical presentations and demonstrations, peer-to-peer discussions and more that you definitely won’t want to miss.

Hybrid Vertical Machining Center Features Friction Stir Welding Capabilities

Mazak will spotlight the advanced capabilities of several of the company’s machines, including the VTC-300 FSW Hybrid multi-tasking vertical machining center that features friction stir welding (FSW) capabilities, at WESTEC 2019.

Mazak Hosts Team Penske Drivers at Employee Appreciation Event

In recognition of the continued hard work and dedication of all its employees, Mazak Corporation hosted an employee appreciation event with special guests Team Penske drivers.

Mazak Invests Millions in Kentucky Manufacturing Operations

Mazak has invested $8.5 million in manufacturing technology for its Florence, Kentucky iSmart Factory operations.

Hybrid CNC Boosts Multitasking Capability with FSW Technology

Mazak Corp., through its acquisition of MegaStir, adds friction stir welding (FSW) technology to its VTC-300C CNC’s multitasking capabilities.

Mazak Congratulates Team Penske on Championship Win

Mazak Corp. congratulates driver Joey Logano and Team Penske on winning the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Championship.

CNC Black Friday Deals

During this Black Friday sales week, CNCMachines.net is making sure that machine shop owners and smaller manufacturers benefit as well.

Three Solutions for Improved CNC Networking

Products to consider for better machine productivity in 2019.

Vero Hosts a Lunch-and-Learn Meeting

A lunch-and-learn meeting designed to help users of the Edgecam and Surfcam solutions utilize the programs’ tools.

Collaboration, Flexibility, Speed and More at IMTS 2018

Attendees walked the miles of aisles to find that IMTS 2018 delivered it all and so much more.

IMTS 2018: First Impressions

Do you remember your first IMTS? This year’s was mine. Here, I outline a few of my first impressions of the show.

2018 Technology Review and Sourcing Guide: Additive Manufacturing

MoldMaking Technology’s annual Technology Review and Sourcing Guide is an accurate, comprehensive, easy-to-read and easy-to-use use guide for researching today’s technology, equipment, products and services. The year’s latest moldmaking product developments within mold engineering/design, build and maintenance/repair are broken down into 10 sections, including additive manufacturing.

Intelligent Monitoring with MTConnect

A major challenge to the wide adoption of the MTConnect standard on the shop floor is a lack of understanding about what is required to implement the standard. The most common issues are a mismatch between the adapter and the machine, a missing agent, a wrong error log setting, firewall interference, duplicate port configuration, inconsistent file names and incorrect adapter IP addresses.

2018 Technology Review and Sourcing Guide: Machining

MoldMaking Technology’s annual Technology Review and Sourcing Guide is an accurate, comprehensive, easy-to-read and easy-to-use use guide for researching today’s technology, equipment, products and services. The year’s latest moldmaking product developments within mold engineering/design, build and maintenance/repair are broken down into 10 sections, including machining.

Mazak Launches Assembly Operations at New Plant in Japan

Mazak has begun assembly operations in a new plant in Inabe, Japan.

SFA Highlights Automation Solutions at Mazak West

Shop Floor Automations has a variety of automation solutions on display at Mazak West, which takes place June 5–8, 2018 in Gardena, California.

Mazak to Host Technology and Education Event for Midwest Shops

Mazak will host its annual Discover More With Mazak Event at its Midwest Technology Center in Schaumburg, Illinois, May 1–3, 2018. The event will host demonstrations from Sandvik, Esprit and others.

Mazak Appoints New Manager of Northeast Region

Mazak Corp. (Florence, Kentucky) has named Jim Rutan as the new general manager for the Northeast Region.

ATC Provides Ample Workpiece Storage for Unmanned Operation of Machine

The 32-position Auto Work Charger on the Mazak Variaxis i-300 five axis vertical machining center accommodates workpieces up to 13.779" in diameter, 12.401" high and weighing as much as 135 lbs.

Additive’s Moldmaking Potential

Mazak’s recent “Discover” event shed light on potential applications for metal-cutting machine tools with integrated laser-cladding heads.

New Era, Same Winning Formula

This company succeeds by staying up-to-date on technology and being willing to do a bit extra in the name of customer service.

2015 Leadtime Leader Awards Honorable Mention: Dynamic Tool & Design - Committing to a Scientific Process

This shop’s recent strides in mold qualification mirror an ongoing transition to a more systematic approach to mold manufacturing. Meanwhile, a culture of ownership ensures a full buy-in from veteran employees as well as fresh talent attracted through extensive workforce development efforts.

Transitioning from Standard Moldmaking to a Mold Mfg Process

The three drivers, according to Rexam Mold Manufacturing, to making the move from traditional moldmaking to mold manufacturing are speed, consistency and cost. This and other automation and robotics applications and solutions will be featured and discussed during an upcoming TMA Supplier Network event. This video gives a sneak peek.

From Craft to Science

For this shop, efforts to adapt to technology that reduces the need for human labor have driven a fundamental and ongoing shift to a more standardized manufacturing process.

Mazak Canada to Spotlight Total Manufacturing Solutions at CMTS

Mazak Canada will showcase the latest, most advanced machine tools for a wide variety of industries and applications at the Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS), taking place Sept. 30 – Oct. 3 in Mississauga, Ontario.

2013 Leadtime Leader Awards: Winner Tech Mold Inc.

A three-division approach, technology innovation and a grow-your-own skilled workforce allows this mold manufacturer to balance the entire moldmaking process — ensuring continued success and landing it this year’s 2013 Leadtime Leader Award Winner title.

Mazak Supports MTConnect as a Valuable Productivity Tool

Company will help attendees of the (MC)2 MTConnect: Connecting Manufacturing Conference--held by the MTConnect Institute--realize key benefits of the manufacturing protocol April 10 – 11 at the Millennium Hotel in Cincinnati, OH.

Mazak Announces Major Expansion of North American Manufacturing Plant

Company gears up for an increased production capacity of 200 machines per month

Mazak Further Strengthens Customer Support with Parts Center and Spindle Repair Department Expansions

An inventory area increase will provide more spare parts faster than ever.

Mazak Introduces New Discover Technology Webinar Series

Mazak has long offered a comprehensive progressive learning program to assist its manufacturing partners in operating highly productive, profitable businesses. This month the company is further enhancing its curriculum with the introduction of its Discover Technology Webinar Series that easily connects manufacturers with industry experts on the latest machine tool trends.

Mazak Canada Event Supports Manufacturing Growth in Multiple Industries

Event connects manufacturers to industry experts and the latest productivity-improving technology for aerospace, automotive, energy and job shop manufacturing.

U.S.-Built Mazak Machines Making EMO Debut

Mazak Corporation (Florence, KY) is displaying Kentucky-developed and built machine models at EMO 2011, taking place this week in Hannover, Germany.

Penske NASCAR Drivers Visit Mazak Plant

NASCAR Sprint Cup Series drivers Kurt Busch and Brad Keselowski make a pit stop for a meet and greet with factory employees.

Discover Mazak Tomorrow¹s Technology Today is Largest Event of Its Kind

More than 30 new machines featured, along with manufacturing plant where 100 models of machines are produced.

Mazak Debuts New Format for Discover Mazak - Midwest Event

Mazak will debut a new format for its Discover Mazak series of events, the first of which will be Discover Mazak - Midwest to be held at the Midwest Regional Headquarters and Technology Center in Schaumburg, Illinois on March 15-17, with an additional Student Day following on March 18.

Reinvesting in Machinery, Processes and People Adds to Bottom Line

Specializing in high precision molds with interchangeable components, RMM has supplied the industry with a wide variety of tools including, single face, stack, unscrewing, multi-material, rotary cube technologies—and considers its customers’ needs a number-one priority.

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