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Realizing Industry 4.0

Cisco Smart Manufacturing

Additive Manufacturing (or 3D Printing) to perform rapid prototyping, complex part manufacturing, and spare part creation. Industry 4.0, Co-Bots designed to physically interact with humans in a shared workspace in order to supplement workloads.

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Precision Meets Innovation at IMTS 2024

Mold Making Technology

Automation and Smart Manufacturing Automation was a central theme, with exhibitors like System 3R , Hurco and Hermle showcasing solutions that enable unattended operations and easy scalability. 3D Printing: New applications and materials in both metal and resin printing are now more affordable, inspiring new implementation ideas.

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Trends Shaping the Future of Moldmaking

Modern Machine Shop

The latest CAD/CAM solutions provide seamless integration between design and manufacturing phases, streamlining the entire process from concept to finished mold. Additive manufacturing, particularly 3D printing, has transitioned from an experimental technology to a mature and widely accepted tool in the moldmaking industry.