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Warpage Waylaid Via Simulation

Mold Making Technology

At left, the original design with two gates that ultimately led to unacceptable warp; at right, the revamped design with a single gate that met spec. Based on the manifold supplier’s Moldflow results, Hamilton said the company opted for a mold with two gates for the automotive bracket. Back to the headache-inducing tool.

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Do More with Ultramodern Machines

Fabricating & Metal Work

Traditionally, manufacturers rely on measurement and compensation to control these variations, adjusting for thermal and mechanical changes during grinding. But what if there was a way to eliminate a major source of inaccuracy altogether? MTC does exactly that. Thread cresting is one of the most important tap features to get right.

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What Is Design for Manufacturing? Part 1 of 4

Mold Making Technology

Look into how lead users, such as those in the medical and automotive fields, approach similar challenges. An example from a virtual mold design curriculum showing DFM-driven thread lead-in modifications for improved manufacturability and grinder accessibility. This is done by simplifying, optimizing and refining the product design.

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Made in the USA - Season 2 Episode 6: Why, and How, Hardinge is Reshoring Machine Tool Production

Modern Machine Shop

Listen to the sixth episode of season two here, or visit your favorite podcast platform to subscribe to “Made in the USA.” The following is a complete transcript for Season 2 Episode 6 of the “Made in the USA” podcast. ” Catch up on season 1 here. David Bassett: I'm a hardcore patriot of this country.

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Why Shoulder Bolts Are Too Important to Ignore, Part 2

Mold Making Technology

Thermoplastic washers can be made out of many different types of material. This is Part 2 in a series. Click here to read Part 1 Let’s start off by clarifying two frequently misused names given to shoulder bolts. In addition to limiting travel, range bolts also serve as a safety feature. Typical range bolt.

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True Five-Axis Machine Yields More Throughput, Greater Productivity

Mold Making Technology

LLC serves customers in the packaging, logistics, appliance/household goods, off-highway/agricultural equipment, motorcycle, industrial and automotive industries. The company also provides custom CNC machining of large metal parts for prototyping, automotive, aerospace and composite layup molds. Photo Credit: CDM Tool & Mfg.

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Turnkey Metal Additive Manufacturing Robotic Work Cell Designed for Faster Production

Fabricating & Metal Work

The new One Off Robotics Cell powered by Meltio, and made in the USA, uses standard welding wire and produces parts that are consistent, spatter-free and clean. The system produces cost-effective, finely printed metal parts for applications in industries including automotive, aerospace, mining, oil and gas, and many others.