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An Integrated Desktop Approach to Mold Production

Mold Making Technology

Source (All images) | APSX As moldmakers face increasing pressures to deliver faster and more cost-effective solutions, integrating 3D printing (3DP), machining and desktop injection molding into the process can offer significant advantages for both novice and advanced moldmakers. A mold produced on a desktop resin 3D printer.

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Vertical Integration, Automation Helping 3D Printed Spine Implant Manufacturer Scale Production

Modern Machine Shop

Source: Additive Manufacturing Media “Additive manufacturing can’t be a cornerstone of manufacturing unless it’s profitable,” says Adam Clark, CEO of Marle Tangible, a 3D printed medical device manufacturer located in Fairborn, Ohio. Source: Marle Tangible Efficient Batching.

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IFI Responds to Expansion of Section 232 Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum

Fastener News Desk

Since 2017 when the Section 232 tariffs were first considered, IFIs position has been that tariffs on raw material imports into the U.S. Without our critical raw materials in the quality and quantity needed in reasonable lead times, IFI members will be unable to service their customers. manufacturing industrial base. and Canada.

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AI brainstorms weather prediction

E&T

CSU-MLP’s forecasts were designed to emulate the Excessive Rainfall Outlook generated and issued by the US Weather Prediction Center forecasters for the contiguous US at lead times of one-to-three days. DeepMC uses AI and ML to localise its predictions related to weather and climate in real time.

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What is supply chain?

Fastener News Desk

For instance, the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan shut down electronics factories, and 2017’s Hurricane Harvey disrupted US oil refineries and petrochemical plants, ultimately leading to shortages of some plastics and resins critical to different industries.

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Quality Assurance

Fabricating & Metal Work

With the current economy, labor shortages, and lead times for new and leased equipment continuing to grow, companies need versatile options. and globally sourced materials. That includes programming, custom holding fixtures, tooling, automation, service and support. They also need a service provider they can depend on.”

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How EOS Helped a Mold Builder Boost Efficiency, Profits and Growth

Mold Making Technology

Source | Wepco Plastics Inc. Wepco Plastics discovered the book in 2017. 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.