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What Is Scientific Maintenance? Part 2
Part two of this three-part series explains specific data that toolrooms must collect, analyze and use to truly advance to a scientific maintenance culture where you can measure real data and drive decisions.
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From Flow Science to Skilled Hands: A Moldmaking Ecosystem Thrives in Erie
In Erie, PA, a single hub combines advanced technology and services, education and hands-on training to drive innovation and secure the future of moldmaking and plastics.
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PCS Company to Host Mold Maintenance Open House with iD Additives, Other Brands at Michigan Headquarters
Expert presenters will share detailed insights into keeping molds in optimum condition.
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How Adler's Global Network and In-House Labs Address Complex Mold Challenges
Adler combines 0.0001" tolerances, reverse engineering capabilities, global facility coordination and comprehensive in-house validation labs for seamless mold solutions.
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Continuous Wave Laser Technology Improves In-House Mold Maintenance Capabilities
International Inc. integrated American Laser Distributors’ 2,000-Watt Laser Cleaner for in-house mold cleaning, resulting in time and cost savings.
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Automating Mold Inspection: Integrating Speed, Precision and Usability Across Complex Workflows
Whether you're verifying an electrode, checking a complex cavity or feeding quality data into a closed-loop workflow, today’s CMM technologies are turning inspection into a competitive advantage, not a bottleneck.
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VIDEO: Hot Runner Maintenance Tips
Scott Clark, Hot Runner Business Manager for Husky Technologies, breaks down maintenance practices for hot runner systems.
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Precision Meets Innovation at IMTS 2024
After attending IMTS, it's clear that the integration of advanced technologies is ready to enhance precision, efficiency and automation in mold manufacturing processes. It’s a massive event, so here’s a glimpse of what the MMT team experienced firsthand.
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VIDEO: Enhancing Data-Driven Decisions with Cloud-Based Mold Monitoring
Steps to improve data-driven decision-making and key features of a cloud-based system for mold monitoring and asset management.
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VIDEO: Standardization and the Future of Moldmaking
Progressive Components President Glenn Starkey discusses their focus on standardization and the future of moldmaking (it’s here to stay!).
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Hybrid CAM Strategy Enables High-Quality, Efficient Mold Repair
As CAM technology requirements accelerate, and the market for additive/hybrid processes evolves, Open Mind highlights its hyperMILL for efficient repair or rework of molds.
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Intuitive, Maintenance-Free Laser Welder for Mold Repair
Reduce your shop downtime and get your molds back up and running in record speed with Sisma’s SWA Fiber laser welders, backed by Gesswein support.
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How To Break Free From CMM Dependency
Moving from CMM to in-process verification requires investment in equipment, processes and people to maintain quality standards.
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VIDEO: Optimizing Mold Measurement with CMMs
Portable, shop-ready CMMs enhance precision, speed, and efficiency.
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Automated Three-Axis Achieves Accurate, Repeatable Quality Control Results
Whether to measure critical plastic part features, or check mold tools and extrusion dies for signs of wear and damage, the Vision Engineering LVC Series measurement systems deliver high levels of precision and ease of use.
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In-Mold Solution Drives Dynamic Process Optimization, Data Transparency
The sensXpert platform provides a “customer-centric” approach, enabling moldmakers and plastics processors to measure and monitor temperature and material behavior inside the mold for real-time data and full manufacturing transparency.
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VIDEO: Maintaining a Customer-Centric Culture
Progressive Components President Glenn Starkey talks about the importance of the customer and culture when developing technology solutions for the moldmaking industry.
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Products and Services for Multiple Moldmaking Needs
New year, new technology roundup! Featured here is a collection of product offerings, from profile milling cutters to industry-specific CAD/CAM software to innovative hot work tool steels.
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Precise, Surface-Level Cleaning Achieved Through Portable Laser
Housed in a 60-pound suitcase, Rocklin Manufacturing’s MobiLase fiber laser makes cleaning parts simple, efficient and effective.
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VIDEO: Consulting How and When to Use Laser Technology
Wisconsin Engraving President Pete Kambouris and Sales and Marketing Manager Jon Carlson share the benefits of using their laser technology expertise to alleviate customer bottlenecks.
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MMT Chats: SPE MTD 2023 Mold Repair Person of the Year
MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges sits down with the newly named SPE Mold Technologies Division 2023 Mold Repair Person of the Year to learn about his passion for mold repair. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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VIDEO: Insights and Best Practices for Mold Care
Slide Products President Michael Muth shares the products and practices he believes have helped the moldmaking industry the most when it comes to caring for molds.
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MoldMaking Technology's Most-Viewed Content 2022: Products
MMT shares the five top-viewed technologies, equipment and services of 2022 in each Engineer, Build, Maintain and Manage tenet based on Google Analytics.
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Technology Roundup: Mold Maintenance, Repair and Surface Treatment Essentials
This roundup focuses on maintenance, repair and surface treatment for mold equipment. Utilizing these helpful products and services can help save time and money.
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Latest Maintain News And Updates
Mold Maintenance Soft Tools and Gate Cutters Benefit Moldmakers
Globeius, distributor of Mouldpro products, is now distributing a complete line of soft tools and gate cutters well-suited for moldmakers.
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Flexible Benchtop Measurement Platform Delivers Accurate, Repeatable Inspections
The L.S. Starrett Co.’s AVR400 gives users the option to measure a broad range of part sizes or larger runs of multiple parts.
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Precision Mold Repair Services Benefit Moldmakers
Smart Tool Solutions launches expert mold maintenance and repair services for manufacturers.
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Linear Height Gage Improves Mold Measurement Accuracy
Mitutoyo America Corp. announces an addition to its linear height gage product line, providing simpler, more repeatable accuracy in measurement.
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Growth Continues: AIM Institute's Mold Maintenance Center of Excellence
AIM Institute honors Nick O’Toole for completing all Mold Maintenance courses, advancing his career and enhancing Beaumont Advanced Processing’s mold performance.
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Mold Sensor Prevents Accidental Closure in Injection Molds
When tied to the machine control, Burger & Brown Engineering’s Global Thinswitch can help prevent mold crashes due to premature mold close, saving the user downtime and expensive mold repairs.
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Dive Into Inspection/ Measurement With Helpful Tips and Tools
Inspection/ measurement equipment can include all tools and devices used to verify molds and part dimensions conform to the tolerances required by the part’s design. Access more information about inspection/ measurement in this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list, products, services and more.
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Guide For All Your Mold Maintenance, Repair and Surface Treatment Needs
Utilizing helpful products and services for mold maintenance, repair and surface treatment (MRST) can save moldmakers time and money. Access more information about MRST in this exclusive, online-only content, including a suppliers list, products, services and more.
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Understanding Manifold Thermal Expansion
Molders, mold builders and repair technicians must fully understand thermal expansion to ensure they don’t damage critical seals during manifold repairs or routine cleanings.
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Improving Mold Surface Performance With Nickel-Plated Coatings
Insights from a collaborative academia and industry study to evaluate nickel-plated coatings on injection molds.
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How to Assess and Control Surface Texture Quality
Surface texture measurement offers better methods for describing plastic surfaces.
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What You Should Know About Injection Mold Safety Straps
Every mold should have one in order to be safe and OSHA compliant.
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