Mold Making Technology

APRIL 8, 2025

But while reduced cycle times and improved part quality resulting from cooling advances were once the primary reason that AM made its way into moldmaking, 3D printing is now also being used to make molds for different reasons — including cost, lead time and feature complexity as I saw at this year’s Plastics Technology Expo, or PTXPO.

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Modern Machine Shop

APRIL 22, 2024

Source: MetalQuest From the earliest days of automation at IMTS featuring a robot hand moving parts, there has been a massive evolution in technology. Source: AMT. Source: AMT. Source: Incodema3D “We can do several setups in advance creating major efficiencies. “What is the definition of automation?”

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 22, 2025

Source (all images) | Dynamic Tool Corp. The purchasing subgroup sources the mold build, sets the schedule and sources production molding cost, which includes raw materials, packaging and freight. Do our timing, budget and resources align with our goals? Your team just defined the cost of the product! Are we in scope?

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Fabricating & Metal Work

OCTOBER 4, 2022

First, a global move toward the use of more efficient and renewable energy sources, as outlined recently by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, for instance. Multi-task machines can eliminate machining processes and their associated time and cost, and also improve part quality.

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Additive Manufacturing

DECEMBER 7, 2022

is to leverage additive manufacturing to reduce maintenance cycle times, curb supply chain backlogs, and place manufacturing capabilities at or near the point of need. All parts require an appropriate six-digit source, maintenance and recoverability (SMR) code and exist in a digital repository for information sharing and tracking.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Companies are now adopting digital technologies to increase supply chain efficiency, improve cycle time, and minimize human errors. Recent critical developments in the supply chain and logistics sector include data integration, collaboration, real-time visibility, predictive analytics, and automation.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

milling, hobbing and grinding) in one machine and systems that use a sub-spindle or multiple axes to machine parts in a single setup to reduce cycle time and minimize geometric and shape defects. .” As examples, Wigington cites turning centers that combine multiple operations (e.g., military bases).

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 1, 2024

With the current economy, labor shortages, and lead times for new and leased equipment continuing to grow, companies need versatile options. Using adaptive control TMAC will adjust feed rates in real time to reduce cycle time up to 60% on some cuts. and globally sourced materials.

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Dinesh Mishra

OCTOBER 11, 2024

My sources of motivation include: • Innovation: The opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technology and develop new solutions is a significant motivator. The Ace Micromatic Group has been a sig nificant source of inspiration for me, ever since I joined in 1999. Personal Insights 1. This gives me a strong sense of achievement.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 19, 2025

Source | Wepco Plastics Inc. As part of the EOS process, Wepco identified its differentiators: fast aluminum molds, cost-effective pricing, unique partnerships and a proven process focusing on two tools at a time to meet lead times. “On-time delivery is where we'll live or die.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 26, 2023

It also reduced maintenance costs, tool costs (30-40%) and tooling lead times (20-30%). This is unfortunate since tool production — especially hard/metal tools — can have long lead times and add considerable cost to the bottom line. Similarly, for thermosets, heating lines can be created to speed curing times.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 4, 2022

End-to-End Conformal Cooling Design, Production for Faster Cycle Times, Boosted Part Quality. Cooling is a critical process for plastic injection molds, affecting both cycle time and final part quality, Cimatron notes, but is especially challenging for complex parts when using traditional drilling and milling methods.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 2, 2024

Source (All Images) | Dynamic Tool Corp. The Evolution of an Enterprise A long track record of success in the delivery of high-performance production molds has enabled Dynamic to become a go-to source for their customers’ new product development teams. Presented by Progressive Components and MoldMaking Technology.

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Dinesh Mishra

JANUARY 30, 2023

SupplyPoint solutions are capable to address this challenge by allowing its users to maintain the Minimum stock level /Critical stock levels to trigger requirements with lead times to the suppliers. Its latest turning centers are poised to have higher speeds thereby reducing the cycle time considerably for higher productivity.

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ATS

MARCH 6, 2025

Developed as part of the Toyota Production System, value stream mapping is the creation of a diagram that shows all the actions required for raw materials to be sourced, processed, assembled and finally shipped to customers. This not only increases lead time but also ramps up the risk of machine failure.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MARCH 19, 2025

It also provides significant advantages in terms of lead time, cost savings, and operational efficiency. Control Lead Times One of the most powerful reasons to modify a standard end mill is the reduced lead time. Your modified end mill starts with a standard to keep the lead time low and the quality high.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 9, 2025

This list represents committed exhibitors as of the time of publication. Get To Know Plastixs LLC Source | Plastixs Plastixs increases productivity and optimizes efficiency by eliminating small issues that can result in big problems. KG Source | RUD Ketten Rieger & Dietz GmbH u. Current as of 2/16/25.

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