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The Impact of Hydraulics on Tool Design -- Part 1 of 2

Get a better understanding of their use, proper sizing, and how the tool design and setup in the machine can impact failures in manufacturing.

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Production Tool, Prototype Time

Mantle's metal 3D printing technology targeted toolmaking and injection molders and moldmakers are taking notice.

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Packaging

Berry Introduces Global Tooling Services

The packaging giant says the consolidation of its 10 regional global tooling operations will give customers access to injection, blow, compression, and thermoforming molds for existing orders.

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Tooling

Westminster Tool Launches Metal 3D Printing Capabilities

The Connecticut-based moldmaker opened its doors to the public for the first time since the pandemic to celebrate the addition of Mantle’s hybrid metal printing/machining technology.

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PTXPO

Turning Table for Tool Handling

PTXPO exhibitor RUD Ketten Rieger & Dietz says the TECDOS turning table can turn, rotate and tilt up to 140,000 lb of molds.

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Molds & Tooling

Tunnel Gate Inserts Gain U.S. Distributor

Distributed by PCS Company, i-mold’s tunnel gate inserts allow automatic degating of parts from the runner system during ejection and can hide gate marks on a part’s underside.

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Tooling Know-How

How to Select the Right Tool Steel for Mold Cavities

With cavity steel or alloy selection there are many variables that can dictate the best option.

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How to Optimize Pack & Hold Times for Hot-Runner & Valve-Gated Molds

Applying a scientific method to what is typically a trial-and-error process. Part 2 of 2.

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Optimizing Pack & Hold Times for Hot-Runner & Valve-Gated Molds

Using scientific procedures will help you put an end to all that time-consuming trial and error. Part 1 of 2.

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Tooling

New App for Moldmakers Adds Functions, Part Scanner

Hasco’s new app has a number of new and augmented functions including an NFC (near-field communication) scan for reliable identification of original Hasco products.

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