Mold Materials

Cutting Tools

Amerimold 2017: Multitudes of Metalworking Materials and Machines

Amerimold proved once again that it is THE event for moldmaking.

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Mold Components

SLIDESHOW: The Final Countdown to Amerimold

It’s Amerimold Eve! Our exhibitors are assembling and putting final touches on their booth displays today and there are so many new companies – plus familiar companies who have something new to show attendees. Amerimold 2017 is not to be missed.

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Packaging

2017 Leadtime Leader Awards Winner: Graphic Tool Corp.

Leadership changes set this mold manufacturer on a path of renewed purpose, fueled by data-driven, lean methodologies and deliberate, quality-controlled production.

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2017 Leadtime Leader Awards Honorable Mention: Concours Mold Inc.

This Canadian mold manufacturer identifies teamwork and quality as critical to its ability to drive continued success.

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Mold Materials

An Added Layer of EDM Knowledge

Understanding electrode material selection and the relationship among the electrode, workpiece material and machine parameters can improve EDM efficiency.

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EDM

Machinery Additions Accelerate Shop’s Growth

Six new Makino machines and updated processes allowed this moldmaker to penetrate new markets.

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Five Axis

Real-Time Mold Production

An automated five-axis machining/EDM cell offers a cost-effective alternative to series and batch mold manufacturing.

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Mold Materials

Bigger, Faster EDM Capacity Yields Growth

This Wisconsin shop recently fortified its EDM capabilities with the purchase of four new EDMs that offer larger axis travels, faster cutting capabilities and reduced electrode usage.

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Mold Materials

TBT: Integrating Electrode Production

Many companies have an amazing setup in their shops and the machines are running day and night. But one thing still stands out for even the most advanced shops: how slow the EDM process can be.

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Grinding

Throwback Thursday: Jig Grinding, EDM or High-Speed Milling?

By examining the advantages, limitations, features and applications jig grinding has compared to EDM and high-speed milling, you will arm yourself with the information you need to make the right decision when it comes to purchasing your next machine tool.

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