Mold Making Technology

MAY 1, 2025

In this three-part series of articles, we have outlined the components of a successful molding simulation, including the questions to ask and key factors to consider that will ensure it is completed correctly from the start. In part three, we will wrap up with the remaining factors: processing inputs, detailed reports and the analyst.

Cycle time 52

Cycle time 52

Automation Mag

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Sauvé is process leader for steel processes at Carriere Industrial Supply (CIS), which manufactures heavy equipment and wear parts for mining and other applications in its plant near Sudbury, Ontario. Until very recently, Marc Sauvé never imagined he’d be teaching his team members to program robots. “I The result is a paradigm shift.

Artificial Intelligence 101

Artificial Intelligence Robotics Robotics Manufacturing 101

Modern Machine Shop

JANUARY 28, 2025

Advanced CAM programming techniques can make significant differences in the cycle times and costs of jobs, but creating tool paths with these techniques has historically been a time-consuming process, limiting their use to mid- and high-volume parts. Tom Funke says this cuts the long chips that can form when just using the tip of the insert.

Cycle time 64

Cycle time Aerospace Form Function 64

Automation Mag

JULY 15, 2024

In this article, I break down a few of the notable AI technologies and discuss real-world applications where manufacturers are realizing business benefits. AI agents simulate human interactions with software and are often used to perform mundane tasks such as data entry. RPA automates manual tasks by simulating human keystrokes.

Artificial Intelligence 72

Artificial Intelligence Manufacturing Function Robotics 72

Mold Making Technology

APRIL 17, 2025

Injection molding simulation is becoming more mainstream for new product development, as it can be a great tool to predict and correct issues up front while product and tooling designs are being finalized. In this three-part series, we will answer the question, “What does it take to have a successful simulation project?

Sourcing 52

Sourcing Form Function Manufacturing 52

Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Simulation is a Process, Not Just Software To reap the benefits of simulation, you must view it as a process requiring you to change the way you work in part and mold design. Now, new blow molds are available in days and cost just a few hundred dollars. Photo Credit: MoldMaking Technology 9.

Prototype  52

Prototype  Form Additive manufacturing Manufacturing 52

Mold Making Technology

APRIL 2, 2014

Eleven years ago, the following article was published in MoldMaking Technology. Since then, we have completed hundreds of windage projects and refined the process. Below is the article as it originally appeared and, at the end, I will highlight the specific changes that have occurred since then.

Automotive 52

Automotive Sourcing 52

Modern Machine Shop

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Even a Top Shop can benefit from process refinement, and in the four years since Pacon Mfg, Inc. Many parts include features that have tolerances of 0.0002 inch — not just for location repeatability, but for perpendicularity and flatness.

Prototype  52

Prototype  Automation Cycle time Manufacturing 52

Factory Worx

MAY 4, 2022

This article explains what smart Manufacturing means, how asset management helps smart Manufacturing and ways to deploy it. It is a technology-driven approach that uses Internet-connected equipment to monitor the manufacturing process. Read Our Blog. Why Asset Management in Smart Manufacturing is Key to Success.

Smart manufacturing 52

Smart manufacturing Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Manufacturing 52

Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

As a market leader in automation and information solutions for more than 30 years, Eosys has staked our reputation on a commitment to each customer’s success, taking their processes and integrating automation and controls that fit. Gibson needed a digital transformation to keep up with COVID-19 guitar demand.

Beverage 52

Beverage Supply Chain Automation Manufacturing 52

Dinesh Mishra

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, digital twins: innovative technologies are revolutionising the way industrial companies manufacture their products and optimise processes. The exhibits include smart sensor technology for the maintenance of tomorrow and AI-supported low-cost robotics that are easy to operate.

Industry 4.0 52

Industry 4.0 Industry 4.0 Artificial Intelligence Robotics 52

Fabricating & Metal Work

JULY 23, 2023

This article is dedicated to: Hall B– Welding, Welding Automation, Robotics & Industrial Automation Bernard and Tregaskiss to Showcase MIG Welding Solutions B23027 Tregaskiss will display its TOUGH GUN TT4 product, among others. An estimated 45,000 people will attend FABTECH 2023.

Automation 52

Automation Robotics Robotics Artificial Intelligence 52

Robotics Business Review

MARCH 30, 2025

Youve spent months just trying to find the requisite talent. Its not just a money play; its about speed, flexibility, and proven expertise. Companies often think they can just hand the project to their existing team, only to realize theyre short on gear, budget, or bandwidth. Sound familiar?

Robotics 71

Robotics Robotics Sourcing Control Algorithm 71

Control Engineering

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Peter Galan, a retired controls engineer, deftly explains with equations, graphs and examples, four control techniques for advanced process control applications. This article examines optimal control , fuzzy control and artificial neural networks (or ANN-based controls) , in addition to classic PID control.

Function 52

Function Artificial Intelligence Process control Process manufacturing 52

Mold Making Technology

MARCH 12, 2023

Current as of 2/16/23 This article contains information on exhibitors highlighting the Mold Building products and services at their booth in the Moldmaking Pavilion and across the show floor. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois, brings partners across the supply chain together, bringing energy and excitement to the show floor.

3D printing 98

3D printing Automation Supply Chain Manufacturing 98

Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Current as of 2/2/23 This article contains information on exhibitors highlighting the Mold Materials/Mold Bases products and services at their booth in the Moldmaking Pavilion and across the show floor. Use promo code MMT23 and register today for your FREE exhibit hall pass and we’ll see YOU in Chicago!

3D printing 98

3D printing Cycle time Supply Chain Manufacturing 98

Mold Making Technology

APRIL 24, 2025

In this three-part series of articles, we are reviewing the components of a successful molding simulation, including the questions to ask and key factors to consider to ensure it is completed correctly from the start. Continuing in this series, this article will explore material characterization. Spoiler alert … it is not.

Sourcing 52

Sourcing Lead Time Manufacturing 52