Machining

3D Printing 3 May 2023

Large Hybrid Steel Insert Solves Deformation, Dimensionality, Cycle Time Problems

DMLS printers using metal additive powders selected by Linear AMS to produce high-quality, accurate, consistent 3D-printed mold components with certification and traceability.

Machining 28 Apr 2023

Five-Axis Machining Center Permits Optimal Mold/Die Milling

Horizontal spindle position, maximum stability, tunnel concept, a large swivel range and versatile material cutting drive increase productivity in the Grob Systems G5550 Generation 2 machine.

Machining 26 Apr 2023

Cross Training, In-House Capabilities and Collaborative Design Move Helm Tool Forward

Cross-training, bringing it all in-house, molding and collaborative design are essential to Helm Tool's success.

Workholding 21 Apr 2023

High-Speed Milling Chucks Enable Heavy-Duty Milling

Big Daishowa Mega 12DS power chucks provide users with a highly stable and rigid operation when milling workpieces such as molds.

Tips 21 Apr 2023

CNC or 3D Printing: 5 Factors to Consider

Accuracy, time, cost, nimbleness and application considerations help to determine if a shop should use CNC machining or 3D printing.

Grinding 19 Apr 2023

Entry-Level Cylindrical Grinding Machine

The Studer S100 is suitable for grinding geometrically defined basic forms and contours for a wide range of parts, all of which can be generated with the machine’s interpolating axes.

Machining 18 Apr 2023

Quick Action Sliding Locks Improve Workholding Setup Time, Reliability

Fixtureworks brings shops a variety of adjustable sliding lock configurations and clamps for those applications where disassembly and changeovers are frequent.

Automation 5 Apr 2023

Technology Roundup: New/Improved Technologies You Don't Want to Miss

With all the technology joining the market, moldmaking is a versatile, ever-evolving industry. As such, this technology roundup has no specific theme — it features a variety of products for applications and solutions across the industry.

Machining 3 Apr 2023

True Five-Axis Machine Yields More Throughput, Greater Productivity

CDM Tool & Mfg. Co. LLC increased shop capacity thanks to a versatile high-speed/high-accuracy five-axis Fooke mill capable of cutting very large workpieces quickly and accurately with fewer setups.