Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 2, 2025

A subsidiary based in Germany is focused on operating the Metal Powder Application (MPA) process, a hybrid manufacturing strategy that combines five-axis milling with cold spray deposition. The process supports the precise addition of material, such as conformal copper areas added to injection mold tooling to improve cycle times.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 8, 2025

Conformal cooling is one of additive manufacturing’s well-known applications, where the technology’s geometric capabilities can enable the precise placement of cooling channels throughout an injection mold. More than 3,500 manufacturing professionals gathered at the Donald E.

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Additive Manufacturing

JULY 28, 2022

Combining cutting-edge technology with additive manufacturing redefines the limits set within traditional manufacturing and delivers innovation in places you might not expect. Additive manufacturing (AM), more commonly known as 3D printing, is an innovative process where objects are created one layer at a time.

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Gary Mintchell

MAY 20, 2024

Suited to most electromechanical handling tasks, the ELGD series brings specific benefits to applications, such as: Cantilever systems and pick-and-place solutions for small parts handling, where short cycle times, high precision, and repeatability are key Handling systems for top loaders, which benefit from the ELGD’s attractive price/performance (..)

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i4.0 today

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Composite-based additive manufacturing appears to be on the verge of breaking through as a ‘mainstream’ method of production, according to a new report on disruptive 3D printing technologies. Current 3D printing simply cannot deliver the level of precision and material strength required for these applications.

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i4.0 today

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Composite-based additive manufacturing appears to be on the verge of breaking through as a ‘mainstream’ method of production, according to a new report on disruptive 3D printing technologies. Current 3D printing simply cannot deliver the level of precision and material strength required for these applications.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The highly productive, partially automated TruPrint 5000 3D printing system provides the ideal basis for industrial series production. 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing (AM), has long been promoted as a revolutionary technology poised to reshape the future of manufacturing.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

A 3D-printed tool for metal injection molding being produced on an ExAM 255. The multi-material ExAM 255 3D printing system enables high build speeds for high-precision 3D components manufacture. The goal of this joint project was to use 3D printing to manufacture a tool for MIM with near-contour cooling.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 11, 2025

Source | EOS EOS ’ industrial 3D printing features metal additive manufacturing (AM) technology for optimizing the production process of injection molded plastic parts. Utilizing conformal cooling with direct metal laser melting (DMLS) technology, users can create metal 3D printed parts directly from a CAD model.

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Modern Machine Shop

MAY 12, 2024

Now, APG’s sister company uses 3D printed jaws more optimized to this process. One of the first applications the company found for metal 3D printing has proven to be a valuable business opportunity, both for serving internal needs of its sister machining business and now, those of outside customers as well.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

3D Systems has acquired Titan Additive LLC (Titan Robotics), the Colorado-based designer and fabricator of large-format, industrial 3D printers. The combination of fast production and short cycle times, and lower costs make these solutions ideal for a variety of applications including: Sand casting.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 18, 2025

Reducing cycle times while strengthening precision For milling and machining processes, automated systems eliminate the variability associated with manual machining, leading to more consistent results and achieving tight tolerances and dimensional accuracy.

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Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

AION NX – India’s first large format hybrid 3D printer has the speed of 3D printing & accuracy of a (Computerized Numerical Control) CNC machining . Divide by Zero Technologies (DBZ), one of India’s leading 3D Printer manufacturers, has launched AION NX, the next frontier in large format hybrid 3D printing.

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Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Metal 3D printing via laser powder bed fusion is an expensive process, one which leaves little room for failure in postprocessing steps. Ultimately, a face grooving attachment from Big Daishowa met KAM’s needs, enabling the manufacturer to reduce cycle times for the operation, extend tool life and improve repeatability.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 19, 2024

The design freedom of polymer/composite additive manufacturing (AM) makes it easy to design different front-facing/insert holding (middle left and right) and rear-facing/handle versions (right) of the claw manual end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) that Zero Tolerance LLC has produced for its own and customer molding operations.

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Modern Machine Shop

MARCH 6, 2025

Machine tool builder Hermle is known for its high-precision milling systems, but the company also offers part production services using a platform that combines this expertise with metal 3D printing. I'm Stephanie Hendrixson with Additive Manufacturing Media here at IMTS 2024 in the Hermle booth. SUBSCRIBE HERE

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Additive Manufacturing

APRIL 13, 2023

AddUp, global metal additive manufacturing OEM, is excited to officially open the doors to their new Tooling Competence Centre in Aachen, Germany. AddUp specializes in two types of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies: Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) and Directed Energy Deposition (DED).

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 12, 2025

Source | Mantle Mantle’s automated toolmaking system combines CNC machining, advanced 3D printing, industry-standard tool steels and advanced software to streamline moldmaking, creating precision tooling with the accuracy, surface finish and durability demanded for tooling.

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Additive Manufacturing

DECEMBER 4, 2022

According to Sigma’s General Manager of European Operations Stephan Kuehr, “This is a great step in allowing us to support customer quality at every point of their additive journey, as well as better integrate with other software solutions. We share their mission of providing high levels of manufacturing quality and economic sustainability.

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Modern Machine Shop

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

The term, “hybrid,” refers to a machine tool that is also something more — usually it connotes combining additive manufacturing (AM) and the machine tool’s normal work of “subtractive” machining within a single machine able to mix both operations in a single cycle.

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Additive Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

SLM Press Release – SLM enters into Investment Agreement with Nikon to further enhance SLM’s leadership position in Additive Manufacturing Nikon to launch all cash public takeover offer for SLM at EUR 20 per share, representing a premium of 75% to the undisturbed closing price as of September 1 st 2022 Key shareholders Elliott, ENA and Hans J.

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Modern Machine Shop

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The company launched with a product that’s now called Ulendo VC (for “vibration compensation”) , which applies an algorithm to fused filament fabrication (FFF) 3D printers, counteracting the machine’s vibration patterns and enabling it to run up to five times faster while maintaining part quality.

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Additive Manufacturing

MAY 19, 2023

These changes will include the insourcing of certain metal printer platforms into its Riom, France manufacturing facility, co-locating the manufacturing with the current engineering of these products. This approach should improve cycle time from development to production while improving operating efficiencies.

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Mold Making Technology

JULY 6, 2023

Also, cycle time, cooling and part ejection issues become more critical when moving to large-scale production, as they can significantly impact productivity and cost efficiency. micro additive manufacturing (AM) machines. We are now close to using this technology for 3D-printed prototype tooling.

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i4.0 today

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

For example, beneath the hood of a full-sized IntElect are a number of velocity and injection power features that, when used correctly and repeatably by moulding operatives, result in faster cycle times and more stable start-ups. Reducing a 10 second dry cycle time by just 0.55 extra production days annually.

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21st Century Tech

DECEMBER 15, 2021

An alternative is a business could look at additive manufacturing to 3D print parts and supplies it needs onsite. Additive manufacturing is becoming increasingly popular and can alter the business’ dependence on overseas suppliers while at the same time giving it better quality control. .

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Control Engineering

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Advances in machine tool hardware, software, subtractive and additive manufacturing processes and related system integration were among four major Siemens IMTS announcements. At IMTS 2022, Siemens discussed 3D printing of redesigned steering knuckles on a DMG Mori Lasertec 30 Dual SLM. Courtesy: DMG Mori, Siemens.

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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. Now, manufacturers are integrating AM as part of a bigger value chain.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JUNE 14, 2024

Added Edmund Boland, ANCA’s general manager, “Building on ANCA’s heritage of producing industry-leading software, the latest release of our signature ToolRoom software, RN35, takes cycle time optimization even further, elevating productivity – it’s the future of tool production.” Photo courtesy of TRUMPF.

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Dinesh Mishra

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Additionally, there is growing interest in additive manufacturing (3D printing), which is gaining traction for producing complex, lightweight components, especially in aerospace and defence industries. These centres focus on training students in modern manufacturing technologies, including Industry 4.0,

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Modern Machine Shop

JUNE 8, 2025

The company offers workholding, automation, and support software that simplify complex manufacturing processes. In automation, Erowa has particularly targeted parts with long cycle times. Blue Photon’s chemical workholding works well with complex shapes, such as those produced through additive manufacturing.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Current as of 2/01/23 This article contains information on exhibitors highlighting 3D Printing , Machining or Cutting Tools products and services at their booth in the Moldmaking Pavilion and across the show floor. 3D Printing Get to Know Mantle 3D Moldmaking is at the core of what Mantle does.

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Mold Making Technology

OCTOBER 31, 2023

For example, shops pay more attention to a mold’s thermal dynamics during design, molding and preventative maintenance (PM) to reduce cycle time, decrease energy consumption, improve plastic part quality and increase yield. Lower cycle times and lower scrap rates equate to higher part production.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 26, 2023

A recent development project evaluated the feasibility of using wire-arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) to produce layup tooling for complex contoured winglets mounted at the tips of the wings of MQ-9B SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian (shown above) remotely piloted aircraft from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. Photo Credit: PCS Co.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

These software solutions offer AI-driven programming tools and advanced machining strategies that can significantly reduce programming time and optimize toolpaths. Additive Manufacturing The integration of additive manufacturing into traditional moldmaking processes was also evident.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Additive Manufacturing. Additive Manufacturing. End-to-End Conformal Cooling Design, Production for Faster Cycle Times, Boosted Part Quality. New Metal 3D Printing System Accelerates Mold Insert Production. 3D-Printed Tooling Platform Ramps Up Injection Molding Tooling Capabilities.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 19, 2023

In addition, the continued emphasis on solutions for toolmakers includes powerful functionality for die addendum surfaces, mesh manipulation and drafting detailing, according to Cimatron. Metal 3D Printing Technology Targeting Moldmaking is Launched Photo Credit: Mantle Inc. Mantle Inc.

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