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Automated Toolmaking System for Reducing Lead Times and Cost

Mold Making Technology

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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Moldmakers Help Drive Innovation in Medical Device Manufacturing

Mold Making Technology

Source: M.R. Their focus on comprehensive metrology and tool validation services is reducing overall lead times and optimizing development costs. These solutions are streamlining everything from mold design to production and inspection, helping maintain quality standards while reducing lead times and labor costs.

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Soft Skills Prove a Sharp Edge in Plastics Manufacturing

Modern Machine Shop

Retention Above All Material sourcing became a universal challenge in the aftermath of the pandemic, affecting East Coast Precision just as much as other shops. The shop’s layout and penchant for buying more machines than it strictly needs have also played into its growth.

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Collaborative Engineering Drives Quality Mold Solutions

Mold Making Technology

Source (All images) | Molded Precision Components and MPC Advanced Machining Who is MPC Advanced Machining? This technological shift has allowed MPC Advanced Machining to reduce lead times, improve consistency and take on more complex projects with greater accuracy.

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Unlocking the Benefits of In-house CNC Machining for Fabricators

Fabricating & Metal Work

Eliminating outsourcing reduces vendor markups and lead times, both of which affect the bottom line, and minimizes any shipping delays. In-house machining also enables shops to take on more projects, offering customers a consistent, single source and partner.

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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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Innovation With the Additive Advantage

Additive Manufacturing

AM delivers agility, consolidation and savings on lead-times, costs and resources. SOURCE: Northrop Grumman. Northrop Grumman has been at the forefront of adopting this compelling design and build method. Products are produced faster and cheaper through its capabilities. 3D Printing in Action.