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How EOS Helped a Mold Builder Boost Efficiency, Profits and Growth

Wepco Plastics adopted EOS, transforming their culture, improving on-time delivery and exceeding profit targets. By implementing structured processes and goal-setting, they achieved sustainable growth and invested in other manufacturing companies.

The Role of Social Media in Manufacturing

Charles Daniels CFO of Wepco Plastics shares insights on the role of social media in manufacturing, how to improve the “business” side of a small mold shop and continually developing culture.

Steps for Determining Better Mold Prices

Improving your mold pricing requires a deeper understanding of your business.

Moldmaking, the Relentless Pursuit of Innovation … Oh Yeah!

Innovation was at the root of the presentation lineup for the 2023 MoldMaking Conference, which included a heavy focus on automation, collaboration and communication, as well as mold design, talent development, reshoring and sustainability.

MoldMaking Conference 2023: Education, Collaboration, Innovation, Discussion - Early Bird Discount Ends July 31st!

The moldmaking community will gather on August 29-30 in Minneapolis, Minnesota for a two-day technical program co-located with the Molding Conference. Here is a sneak peek at the sessions.

MoldMaking Conference Session Spotlight: Workforce Development & People Operating Systems

Want to learn what a people operating system is and what's really holding manufacturing back?

Technology and Sourcing Guide 2023: Mold Builders

A variety of processes are used to engineer, build, maintain, repair and manage a mold, which can be offered as standalone services to be contracted to complete a mold build. Access this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list and mold building services.

EAB Insight: Pricing, Proper Vent Depth and Profit

MMT's Editorial Advisory Board member Camille Sackett with Accede Mold and Tool shares her top MoldMaking Technology articles of all time and how this content has been valuable to her business.

30 Under 30 Honors Program: Mentoring in the Next-Generation of Moldmaking Professionals

Young professionals are vital to the moldmaking industry, and it is important to acknowledge those making strides in shaping the industry's future. MoldMaking Technology recognizes the industry's young talent through its 30 Under 30 Honors Program.

MMT Chats: Wepco's Journey with Metal 3D Printing

MMT's Editorial Director, Christina Fuges sits down with Wepco's director of manufacturing Support, Amanda Wiriya to talk about Wepco's journey with 3D printing and how the company brings awareness to the community about the growing moldmaking industry. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

Tips and Tricks to Retain Your Workforce

AMBA Conference 2022 presented a breakout session dedicated to determining what is and isn’t working when recruiting, hiring and retaining the next generation workforce in mold shops.

Wepco Plastics Inc. CFO Shares Three Favorite Articles: Social Stories, Bright Spots and Sticking to the Plan

MMT’s Editorial Advisory Board shares its top MoldMaking Technology articles of all time and how this content has been valuable to their businesses.

“Molds Make a Difference” at the Plastics Technology Expo

That was the sentiment of every person who came up to the MoldMaking Technology booth during last week’s Plastics Technology Expo to grab their giveaway “Molds Make” t-shirt after working the aisles seeking technology and process solutions and making new business connections.

Mold Builders Roundup: Plastics Technology Expo 2022

Mold builders are set to play a key role at the inaugural PTXPO. Check out our roundup to familiarize yourself with each company you can expect to meet at the show.

Twelve Steps to Make the Right Investment Decisions

Set criteria and use a process when making investment decisions with the team.

MMT Chats: "Do More Attitude" Yields Better Manifold System

Tristan Lee is a process technician with Wepco Plastics in Middlefield, Connecticut, who was recognized through the shop's "Improvement of the Week" initiative for his “do more” attitude. Tristan built a manifold system that creates better thermal consistency in a mold, saving some serious time in the processing stage. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

Amerimold 2021 Post-Show Flashback: Mold Builders

Several North American mold builders catered to the engineers, managers and owners wandering the Amerimold show floor with displayed examples of their services and representatives always on hand.

MMT Chats: 5 in 5 with Wepco Plastics

For this MMT Chat: 5 in 5—that’s 5 best practices in five minutes on ways to improve efficiencies—I chat with Charles Daniels Chief Financial Officer for Wepco Plastics in Middlefield, Connecticut. He is also one of MMT’s Editorial Advisory Board members. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

30 Under 30 Class of 2021: Moldmakers

MoldMaking Technology recognizes 16 young professionals who are making an impact in the industry as moldmakers.

30 Under 30 Class of 2021: Recognizing Northeastern-Based Next-Generation Moldmakers

MoldMaking Technology recognizes 11 young professionals based in the northeastern U.S. that are making an impact in mold manufacturing.

Specialists in Prototype Aluminum Tooling and Plastic Injection Molding Short-to-Medium Runs

Wepco Plastics specializes in the full or partial development of a part from concept to design.

MMT Chats: 30 Under 30 Honoree, Moldmaker Thrives on the Beauty of Moldmaking, Doing Everything Everyday

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges invites Moldmaker Jacob Arsenault of Wepco Plastics to this MMT Chat to talk multitasking, mind-blowing moments, problem-solving and following his family’s footsteps to shop ownership. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

Four Questions to Ask Your Accountant

The chief financial officer for a small mold builder/molder offers pointers on how to prepare for a tax audit.

MoldMaking Technology's Top-Viewed December Content: CAM, MMT Chats, Design and Business

The MoldMaking Technology team has compiled this list of some of the top items that you, our audience, have looked at the most. Check out these ten items from December.

The Gardner Editors' Great Big 2020 Holiday Gift Guide

Our hand-picked holiday gift guide for the Mold Makers, Metalworkers, Machinists, Processors, Welders, Finishers, Engineers and Makers in your life.

Wepco Plastics' Amanda Wiriya, Receives MAPP Above & Beyond Award

Described as tenacious, adaptive, motivated and committed, Amanda has stepped up to the plate both in her work as manufacturing support manager for Wepco Plastics and as a mother, wife and friend.

2020 Sourcing & Technology Guide: Service Providers

MoldMaking Technology’s annual Technology Review and Sourcing Guide is a comprehensive guide for researching today’s technology, equipment, products and services. Introducing a brand new section this year: Service Providers.

Expert Molding Technicians Ensure Quick Project Turnaround

Wepco Plastics offers expert molding technicians to finish the process and ensure a quick turnaround.

MMT Chats: Collaboration and Communication Key to Mold Builder/Molder Face Shield Operation Setup in Three Weeks

Wepco Plastics of Middlefield, Connecticut, worked with partners to combat COVID-19 locally by launching a face shield operation in its facility employing local labor and offering an inexpensive option. Today they still need plastic material and assembly vendors.

2020-2023 Editorial Advisory Board: Meet New Board Member Charles Daniels

The 2020-2023 version of MoldMaking Technology's EAB features a new crew of 12 industry professionals. Here's one of them.

MMT Chats: Molder/Mold Builder Provides Multi-Level Support of Local Community during COVID-19

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges chats with Amanda Wiriya, the Manufacturing Support Manager for Wepco Plastics about the leadership, skills and team that have come together to help their local community during the coronavirus outbreak.

Mold Shops Value Social Media for Branding, Reach and Recruitment

Mold builders share their approaches to social media, what works and why using the medium is so important.

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