Machining Center Combines 5 Axis Milling with Laser AM
With so much happening in a busy show year between NPE2018, Amerimold 2018 and IMTS 2018, MoldMaking Technology is revisiting some of the technology that was on display. In case you missed it: At IMTS 2018, Okuma America Corp.’s MU-8000V Laser EX multitasking machine combined five-axis machining with a Trumpf laser.

Three Solutions for Improved CNC Networking
Products to consider for better machine productivity in 2019.

Open Mind Announces Partnership with Okuma
Open Mind Technologies announced it has joined the Partners in THINC collaboration, founded by Okuma America Corporation.

Okuma Corporation Names Summer Cline as Vice President of Finance
Cline brings several years of successful finance experience to her new role.

Tradeshow Tuesday: On Display at IMTS 2018
Cruise through this week’s slideshow for a peek at some of what will be on display at the upcoming, biennial manufacturing show.

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.

Throwback Thursday: Flexible High-Speed Mold Machining
A throwback with helpful tips: Use this planning guide to identify the right double-column machining center to fit your mold machining needs.

Technology Tuesday: A Mix of Machining Products
Cruise through this week’s Technology Tuesday slideshow to see the latest products in machining.

2017: Gone but Not Forgotten
I wish to thank everyone I’ve worked with to write features that have appeared each month in MMT. Plus, a look at a series of features about one of my favorite topics: Workforce development.

Do You Make a Lasting Impression on Customers... and Youth?
Cavalier Tool and Manufacturing Ltd. (Ontario, Canada) is one mold manufacturing company that likes to leave a lasting impression.

Five-Axis Vertical Machining Center Has CNC Machining Capacity for Heavy-Duty Cutting
Okuma’s MU-8000V-L five-axis vertical machining center has a low center of gravity in workpiece movement, enabling it to machine difficult materials.

Technology Showcase: On Display at EMO 2017
EMO is a large, international metalworking tradeshow with thousands of exhibitors. Check out the slideshow to see what will be on display!

Supplier-Based Training Programs Fuel Mold Industry Needs
Moldmaking industry supplier companies establish workforce development programs to increase the flow of new talent for themselves and for the industry.

Okuma Summer Showcase Event Highlights
Okuma’s Summer Showcase 2017 displayed laser technology, material cutting, tool connection features and more.

VMCs Can be Connected to Form Smart Production Line
EMO 2017: Okuma will demonstrate its MU-S600V five-axis vertical machining center, which enables five-face machining of workpieces as large as 600 mm in diameter.

Dodging the Skills Gap in CNC Programming
Sometimes the search for fresh, new and skilled employees is like a game of dodgeball.

Technology Showcase: Case Studies, Part 2
For the many differences between moldmaking companies that I’ve observed, there are just as many similarities, and by that I mean challenges shared. You may find some solutions here.