Mold Making Technology

MAY 13, 2025

Source | Mazak Mazak’s Integrex j-200 and j-200S NEO horizontal multitasking machines feature single and twin-turning spindle versions with milling spindles to significantly shorten cycle times and provide single-setup part processing. They also have expanded tool magazine capacities and longer tool lengths.

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i4.0 today

JUNE 23, 2025

In Compare mode, the Equator–X system delivers an ultra-high scanning speed of up to 500 mm/s and is ideal for inspecting large batches of the same component when cycle time is a priority. Today Magazine. This mode is particularly useful for first-off verification next to the machine or even at-line 100% inspection.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 18, 2025

The horizontal Multi-Tasking machines feature single and twin-turning spindle versions with milling spindles to significantly shorten cycle times and provide single-setup part processing. Tool magazines now accommodate up to 72-tools and allow for maximum tool lengths up to 9.8in (250mm).

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Fabricating & Metal Work

MARCH 17, 2025

As a result of its governed high-speed performance the 601 Series is an invaluable addition in any CNC magazine to accelerate productivity and reduce costs in today’s fast-paced industrial landscape. Cycle Times are routinely reduced 6 to 10 x compared to standard CNC spindles at 6,000 rpm to at most 20,000 rpm.

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i4.0 today

JUNE 23, 2025

Flexi Mobile also has an impressive 4 m/s cycle time, is rated up to PLe/SIL3, features Modbus TCP fieldbus for diagnostics and can accommodate up to three Flexi Loop chains. Today Magazine.

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i4.0 today

MARCH 4, 2025

Before and after energy tests running at the same cycle times will be performed on installation. The post BROANMAIN ADAPTS TO THE AUTOMATION TIMES appeared first on i4.0 Today Magazine. It is also far safer for the workforce too, emphasises Thomas. For more information visit: broanmainplastics.co.uk

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 17, 2023

The power to machine difficult materials reduces cycle times. This large vertical lathe is ideal for industries looking to dramatically reduce cycle time for difficult-to-cut materials. This power and torque make heavy-duty cutting for difficult-to-cut materials possible and can even reduce cycle time by up to 51%.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 22, 2025

It also features a large tool magazine with up to 300 pockets, which is an ideal solution for precise 5-axis simultaneous machining in automated production. Thanks to an innovative tool shutter, the chip-to-chip time has been reduced by one second to just 4.5 introduces new INTEGREX j-200 and j-200S NEO models. Mazak Corp.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 20, 2025

” He explained that, among other issues like insufficient cooling, improper gate locations can cause warpage and lead to longer cycle times. ” About the Author Tony Deligio is editor in chief for Plastics Technology magazine, covering injection molding and tooling , among other topics. “It's not even close.”

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Metrology

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

As a result of the improvements, the sealing design and manufacturing specialist has immediately gained the ability to use the Renishaw SP25M tactile scanning probe, which it's hoped will cut metrology cycle times by at least one-third when implemented in early 2024.

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Mold Making Technology

AUGUST 5, 2024

It maximizes magazine capacity for loading and unloading both parts and electrodes while conserving shop floor space. Shops can start with a single magazine unit, then add one more as production needs change. The modular automation system is suited for moldmaking needs such as milling, EDM and laser micromachining applications.

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i4.0 today

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Centric Visual Boards TM pivot actionable data in a visual-first orientation to ensure robust, consumer-right assortments and product offers, dramatically decreasing assortment development cycle time. Today Magazine. All third-party trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Thanks to the reduction in tool change time by about 15%, it meets high cycle time requirements and thus reduces unproductive downtime. The Bumotec tool magazine with more than 90 tool places as standard has a broken tool sensor working in parallel, just in case.

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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 Today Magazine.

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i4.0 today

JANUARY 11, 2023

Engineered specifically for high volume packaging, medical and automotive applications requiring the highest processing precision in the fastest cycle time, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag is accelerating its global expansion of the IntElect platform. Today Magazine. For more information, please visit www.sumitomo-shi-demag.co.uk.

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MEM

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Cast-nylon and plastic components manufacturer Westley Plastics has improved cycle times and achieved more consistent and efficient 24/7 production after adopting smart technology, which has given the company greater visibility of its manufacturing process. Machine monitoring has also identified and improved cycle times.

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i4.0 today

MARCH 15, 2023

Designed for thin-walled packaging applications, including food packaging with IML, UK Packaging Expert Ashlee Gough witnessed the unveiling at K 2022, when the PAC-E exhibit repeatably manufactured in a sub 2-second cycle time, 2,100+ HDPE beverage caps per minute, with an energy consumption of 0.32kWh/kg. Today Magazine.

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i4.0 today

AUGUST 25, 2023

Integrating an all-electric machine into production lines, alongside intelligent utilisation of digital tools and automation, combined with investing in training and development, can decrease cycle times by up to 55% percent. Reducing a 10 second dry cycle time by just 0.55 Reducing a 10 second dry cycle time by just 0.55

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 27, 2023

MoldMaking Technology Magazine Turns 25 Years Old This year marks the 25th anniversary of MoldMaking Technology magazine! This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently. But where does one begin transitioning from cold to hot runners?

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Modern Machine Shop

AUGUST 15, 2024

all photos) Lexair is featuring four of its products: the Mini Rhinobar bar feeder, Gen 3 Collet Closers, the Unload Pro unloader and a Breuning IRCO Profimat magazine barfeeder. It employs rapid unloading technology to create a continuous flow of material, which can enable lathes to optimize cycle times. Source: Lexair Inc.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

When the OTTOSTAHL GmbH had to replace an old rotary table shot blast machine, the company insisted on short cycle times, high energy efficiency and relieving the personnel from strenuous and monotonous physical activities. At the same time they consume a lot less energy.

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i4.0 today

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Furthermore, the servo motor achieves a maximum rotation speed of 7,150 r/min which contributes to shorter cycle times. Today Magazine. The speed response frequency, which indicates the control performance of servo amplifiers, reaches an industry high of 4.0 kHz or greater.

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i4.0 today

JANUARY 8, 2024

With a high output current, the system also leads to short cycle times. Today Magazine. It also integrates static and dynamic process monitoring, as well as quality analysis with an advanced SPC feature and data logging capability. The integrated process monitoring offered by this series allows for rigorous quality control.

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i4.0 today

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced today that Ather Energy, one of India’s foremost electric motorcycle brands, has expanded its adoption of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software to help the company reduce its design and engineering cycle time, improve product quality and achieve faster time to market.

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i4.0 today

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The associated 8 Star hot runner nozzle achieves perfect balancing and drool-free start-ups at outstanding cycle times. This smart and simple adjustment system enables best in class concentricity and wall thickness homogeneity, achieving cycle times of 4.9 Today Magazine.

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Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

LMW focuses on major demanding factors in the market 1) Accuracy & long lasting repeatability 2) Reliability 3) Reduction in cycle time 4) Low cost per component 5) High productivity. All the assembly lines are dust-free and temperature controlled to ensure maximum accuracy.

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MEM

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Therefore, it’s clear that having earlier engineering involvement provides manufacturers with key design support, boosts prototype to production cycle times and prevents issues that may otherwise arise in the production process.

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i4.0 today

APRIL 24, 2023

Additionally, as a result of the IntElect’s parallel movements, cycle times were on average 15 percent faster. D&G’s skilled operative and tool setter Graeme has observed 20 second cycle times reduce to 12.5 D&G’s skilled operative and tool setter Graeme has observed 20 second cycle times reduce to 12.5

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MEM

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Therefore, it’s clear that having earlier engineering involvement provides manufacturers with key design support, boosts prototype to production cycle times and prevents issues that may otherwise arise in the production process.

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Dinesh Mishra

JANUARY 22, 2025

Recent advancements transforming efficiency and precision include: High-Speed Machining : CNC machines with HSM capabilities deliver faster cutting speeds and tighter tolerances, significantly reducing cycle times. Customer-Centric Approach : Collaborating with customers on product development and providing robust after-sales support.

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i4.0 today

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

By hard coating the raw brake discs with resilient steel and composite materials, the solution will enable Stellantis to significantly increase brake disc durability, reducing emissions pollution by up to 80%; all while keeping cycle times at a minimum. Today Magazine.

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i4.0 today

JULY 29, 2024

Precision feeding ensures consistent and accurate placement of components, and high-speed performance boosts throughput and minimises cycle times. Continuous connectivity with real-time alerts and remote-control features keep users updated and in control. Today Magazine.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Arlington Heights, IL) is meeting the growing need to produce a wide variety of components with high metal removal rates, short cycle times and superior surface finishes. This option is ideal for shops with workpieces that have short machining cycle times.

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i4.0 today

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

For example, the guide explains the importance of monitoring performance, setting and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) as well as giving suggestions for KPIs, such as total cycle time, system availability, or production schedule attainment. Today Magazine.

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Dinesh Mishra

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

This included print advertising in magazines related to metal-working manufacturing sector, and annual publications by related Industry associations. Billboards on streets as well as ads on City Buses during Industry exhibitions, seminars or in-house shows and technical write up in technical magazines also have been effectively used.

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Dinesh Mishra

AUGUST 17, 2022

Despite the increase in board size, the core cycle time maximum is only 6.5 On the DEK TQ L, the magazine for the optional Smart Pin Placement holds up to 60 pins due to the large board sizes, which is twice as many as on the DEK TQ. The printable area, which measures 560 by 510 millimeters, is 78 percent larger.

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i4.0 today

OCTOBER 6, 2023

In a cycle time of just 17 seconds, this IntElect LSR package manufactures 256 individual 0.06-gram Parallel overlapping functions, including automating the demoulding of parts from the tool using a specially adapted gripper plate, play a significant role in maintaining the 15 second cycle time, adds the LSR and automotive expert.

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