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Plastic Prototypes Using Silicone Rubber Molds

How-to, step-by-step instructions that take you from making the master pattern to making the mold and casting the plastic parts.

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What You Need to Know About Leader Pins and Bushings

There’s a lot more to these humble but essential mold components than you might suspect. Following the author’s tips could save much time, money and frustration.

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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.

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Mold Materials

Considerations for Mold Base Material Selection

Choosing the right material can greatly affect the profitability and cost of your application.

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Untapping the Potential of At-Risk High School Students to Fill the Mold Engineering Skills Gap

The future of moldmaking is in design and engineering, but the necessary fundamentals and skilled workforce are missing. One proven solution is the untapped potential of at-risk high school students.

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MMT Ask the Expert: How to Succeed with Complex Resins Such as Bioresin and PCR in Injection-molded Applications

In this Ask the Expert brought to you by Husky, Sheldon Alexander answers questions about complex resins. The use of complex resins such as bioresins instead of petroleum-based resins continues to trend in our industry, and it is important to understand the challenges that can arise. This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision.

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How to Prepare for the Rise of AM in Moldmaking

Mold builders should consider investing in three key areas to take advantage of the opportunities 3D printing presents.

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Basics

How to Use Automation to Minimize Mistakes and Speed Mold Build Process

A guide to capturing and reusing company knowledge and experience with software automation.

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ICYMI

MMT Ask the Expert: How to Optimize System and Hot Runner Balance

In the first portion of our “Ask the Expert” series, Husky’s Sheldon Alexander answers some frequently asked questions on the fundamentals of system and hot runner balance and how to overcome challenges. This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision.

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VIDEO: How to Create an Elite Moldmaking Workforce

Alex Beaumont, Vice President of Beaumont Technologies, shares details about the company’s specialized workforce development program, which is based on individualized training. 

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