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How to Customize an Interoperable Software Solution for Your Moldmaking Process

Modular Tooling Systems Enable Versatility in Hole-Drilling Operations
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Modular Tooling Systems Enable Versatility in Hole-Drilling Operations

The versatility of replaceable cutting edges offers users the ability to adapt to varied operations.

Surface Roughness Tester, Software-Supported CMM Simplify Moldmaking
Inspection & Measurement

Surface Roughness Tester, Software-Supported CMM Simplify Moldmaking

 NPE2024: Mitutoyo America addresses increasingly complex mold design testing with SJ-210/SJ-410 surface roughness testers and the MiSTAR CMM, geared toward inline automation.
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Machining

How to Implement Five-Axis Mold Machining for Higher Productivity, Versatility

Understanding the basics of five-axis capabilities justifies the investment, but exploring all the multi-axis machine benefits and approaches enhances the return on investment.
#fiveaxis #Basics #FAQ

Moldmaker Showcases Molding Equipment for LSR, Injection Molds

Moldmaker Showcases Molding Equipment for LSR, Injection Molds

NPE2024: M.R. Mold showcases its proprietary line of products for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) and plastic injection molds alongside four industry partners.  
#NPE #moldingequipment

Production Tracking Software Enables Smart Factory Functionalities
Data Management Software

Production Tracking Software Enables Smart Factory Functionalities

NPE2024: Wintriss is demonstrating the advanced features behind its ShopFloorConnect software and ShopFloorTracker hardware, key to capturing, tracking and managing data collection.
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Valve Gate Nozzle Enhances Direct Side Gating Capabilities

Valve Gate Nozzle Enhances Direct Side Gating Capabilities

NPE2024: Ewikon is introducing the pro Edge VG range which sets new benchmarks in terms of ease of maintenance, gate quality and flexible use.
#NPE #moldingequipment

NEWS

Tooling Technology Names Sean Couse President

Filling the shoes of the retiring Gary Poeppleman, Couse will look to additional efficiencies and value streams for the business’ work in thermoform, compression and blow mold tooling.

NEWS

Plastics Manufacturer Berry Acquires F&S Tool Inc.

Berry expands its full plastic packaging lifecycle solutions and global tooling capabilities for customers.

NEWS

Century Tool Invests in Cheto Machine for Deep-Hole Drilling With Milling

Seven-axis CNC strings together gundrill and milling programs, enhancing Century Tool’s moldmaking process.

Mold Components

How to Manage a CAD Library

Learn five ways to organize your mold design information.
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Highly Wear-Resistant Thread Milling Grade Promotes Difficult Material Cutting
Cutting Tools

Highly Wear-Resistant Thread Milling Grade Promotes Difficult Material Cutting

The Walter USA Tiger·tec Gold grade WSM37G is most effective for machining blind-hole and through-hole threads in hard steel, stainless steel, cast iron and heat-resistant super alloys.

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NPE 2024: What Mold Builders Need to Know

Plastics Industry Association Director of NPE Content & Experience Arlene Davis breaks down the various off- and on-the-show floor educational programming, keynotes and networking opportunities happening during NPE 2024 for mold builders.

University Programs Expose Next-Gen Students to Moldmaking, Plastics

University Programs Expose Next-Gen Students to Moldmaking, Plastics

NPE2024: The University of Massachusetts Lowell extends an invitation to its Alumni and Friends Reception to university alumni and industry professionals, highlights successful programs giving hands-on manufacturing experience.

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Business Strategy

Aligning Your People Strategy with Your Business

Editorial Advisory Board member Marion Wells, founder of Human Asset Management discusses the why and how of developing a talent plan. 

Christina Fuges Editorial Director, MoldMaking Technology
All-Electric Injection Molding Machines Exhibit Application Versatility

All-Electric Injection Molding Machines Exhibit Application Versatility

NPE2024: Engel offers attendees seven different exhibits featuring its selection of injection molding machines that address various parts of industry.
#NPE #moldingequipment

Hot Runner System Demonstrates More Precise Melt Control
Hot Runners

Hot Runner System Demonstrates More Precise Melt Control

NPE2024: Husky Technologies debuts the Ultrashot injection molding system, designed to increase overall part design freedom with high scale and quality.
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Decoding Reshoring: Motivations, Challenges and Technological Influences

Decoding Reshoring: Motivations, Challenges and Technological Influences

Harry Moser, founder and president of the Reshoring Initiative, sits down for a Q&A on the motivations behind reshoring decisions, offering insights into economic, strategic and regulatory considerations.
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NEWS

SPE Mold Technologies Div. Announces NPE Awards Ceremony Details

The Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers will announce the recipients of four awards at NPE on May 8 at the MoldMaking Technology Booth.

NEWS

Michael Cicco Announced as Second Keynote Speaker for NPE2024

FANUC America president and CEO Michael Cicco presents his show opening keynote, “Unlocking the Potential: Robotics, AI and Automation in the New Tech Era,” at NPE2024.

NEWS

Velosity Announces Commercial Excellence Enhancements to Fuel Strategic Growth

Internal organizational changes seek to keep Velosity above market trends and apace of new opportunities in the medical and defense sectors.

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