Mold Making Technology

MAY 14, 2023

This month’s focus is hot runners and mold components. In this technology roundup, discover different hot runner and mold component technologies, services and processes that can help push business to the next level or just solve common problems shops may face on a day-to-day basis.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Mayer Tool & Engineering (MTE) specializes in designing and building quality injection molds for the plastics industry. From concept to completion, they handle everything from initial mold design and engineering to the final product. Nearly all molds are sampled at MTE before shipping.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Photo credit, clockwise from top left: Ellwood Specialty Steel, Molder’s World, International Mold Steel and Edro Engineering and Specialty Steels. Each profile shares details important to the company’s business and innovations, including why and what they are exhibiting at PTXPO in or around the MoldMaking Pavilion.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Photo Credit: (top left) DME Company, (top right) PCS Company, (bottom left) American Tool and Mold (Jeremy Scott), (bottom right) Lawrence Mold and Tool In November, MoldMaking Technology dove into an array of subjects, bridging the worlds of 3D scanning, machine monitoring and multi-cavity molds. AMBA) in 2021.

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Dinesh Mishra

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

At Lazer Sport, we have led bicycle helmet innovation since 1919. Our drive for innovation redefines helmet protection with KinetiCore technology. With KinetiCore already implemented in 20 models by the end of 2024, these helmets offer enhanced safety and design for all cyclists.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 19, 2023

To provide a little more insight into who our product, equipment or service suppliers are before you arrive at PTXPO, the MMT team put together this special show section* that provides a snapshot of each exhibitor most relevant to moldmaking. For all things mold maintenance, repair and surface treatment, check out the profiles below.

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AU Manufacturing

MAY 25, 2023

Article by Paul Runyan, VP Sales, Accumold In the world of micro molding, where precision and efficiency are paramount, the concept of boomerang projects can present significant challenges for both customers and micro molders. Well, most obviously as already mentioned, there may need to be design changes.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 21, 2023

supplier to bring tooling back stateside. LEGISLATION : Recent Tax Changes Impacting R&D Credits for Mold Builders Casey Barka, Co-Founder & VP, Tax Credit Services, Strike Tax Advisory The moldmaking industry's highly innovative nature qualifies most mold builders for the R&D tax credit.

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AU Manufacturing

MARCH 9, 2023

Article by Aaron Johnson, VP of Marketing and Customer Strategy, Accumold For customers looking to embrace the possibilities that exist through the micro molding of parts or components, there is a given. As such, the requirement is not for lectures at conferences and articles in learned journals explaining how the micro molding process works.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 11, 2022

MoldMaking Technology provides readers a variety of technical, how-to and tip-oriented pieces for an inside look at current moldmaking equipment, services, technologies, strategies and trends, typically through the perspective of industry mold builders, OEMs, suppliers and others. Matrix Tool Inc. Matrix Tool Inc. Midgard Inc.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 5, 2023

NextGen Mold Technologies offers its customers quick and effective turnaround on feasibility, design, mold maintenance, engineering changes, repairs and new tooling. What follows is my recent Q&A with the company: NextGen Mold Technologies Inc. Etienne Blvd. Consistently meets sales targets.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 13, 2023

3D printing advancements and applications have gone from conformally cooled hot runner nozzles using a 3D-printed pattern to cast the part with integrated cooling circuits (left) to large DMLS 3D-printed parts in 420 stainless steel with integrated conformal cooling and InnoVent Technology for venting (right). 3D Keltool mold and SLA pattern.

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i4.0 today

APRIL 24, 2023

Finnish IMSE pioneer TactoTek and TracXon , an innovative spin-off of the Holst Centre, have signed a license agreement. The addition of TracXon as a design and functional film supplier enables TactoTek’s licensees now to access the complete ecosystem for developing unique 3D smart surfaces.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The lineup of presentations was hyper-focused on helping those involved with molds to take their technology, skills and business to the next level by discussing a variety of engineering, building, maintenance and management topics centered around moldmaking. Technical Education event for the next-level mold manufacturer.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

For a wide range of other industry-related products, make sure to check out October’s “ Moldmaking-Related Technology Highlights ” and “ Product Innovations Pushing the Mold.” is a small but mighty innovation targeting moldmaking applications. YCM Technology (USA) Inc. Accu-Prompt Inc.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 25, 2023

Tech roundups are a great way to stay informed on innovations hitting the market, or even to discover your next equipment investment to take your shop to the next level. This month’s roundup features products, processes and services involved with additive manufacturing, maintenance and repair, mold components and more.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

So, as recession fears take hold, mold manufacturers face some tough decisions. They present an obvious opportunity for those mold manufacturers who don’t want to jeopardize their transition to more automated operations. Yet, few manufacturers seek several comparable offers from suppliers. Go for the low-hanging fruit.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 10, 2023

NextGen Mold Technologies’ ownership is grateful to its industry partners for their support during the shop’s startup, but most importantly is thankful for the team’s unwavering commitment to success. Photo Credit, all images: NextGen Mold Technologies Inc. Who is NextGen Mold Technologies? Etienne Blvd.

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Frost & Sullivan Manufacturing

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The sustainability narrative is being molded by various factors that can be positioned in the 6P Framework — Policies, Products, Processes, People, Partnerships, and Platforms — in the dynamic environment of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting and platforms.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

High-performance machining centers from leading machine tool suppliers ensure durability and versatility, offering an array of solutions for shops of all sizes. www.mitsuiseiki.com Next-Generation CNC Machine Control The Okuma OSP-P500 control is designed with today’s high-speed, high-accuracy manufacturing operations in mind.

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Additive Manufacturing

MARCH 13, 2023

Janet Dickinson, Chief Revenue & Information Officer, Endeavor 3D Scott Volk, President, Advanced Additive Innovations, Inc. Do you possess engineering knowledge and design capabilities? Scott Volk, President at Advanced Additive Innovations, Inc., Does your business already offer other contract manufacturing services?

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Fabricating & Metal Work

AUGUST 24, 2022

Industry leading suppliers offer new and upgraded machining centers and EDMs, combining their decades of experience and innovations to create machines that enable the manufacture of precision parts. Shops can access and work with a wide range of applications designed for greater productivity. www.gfms.com. www.guill.com.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 12, 2023

Photo Credit, clockwise from top left: Simoldes Tools, Triangle Tool, Decatur Mold and FET Engineering The Plastics Technology Expo (PTXPO), taking place this year March 28-30, 2023 at the Donald E. This round of profiles features Mold Building Services. This exhibitor list is subject to change.

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Fastener News Desk

AUGUST 27, 2023

With the IFE’s commitment to excellence and innovation, the event promises to be a catalyst for industry growth and collaboration. Mark your calendar for October 9-11th at Mandalay Bay, as Las Vegas becomes the epicenter of fastener innovation and expertise. Inductees to be announced soon!

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 4, 2023

Each month, MMT staff curates a list of technology relevant to the industry to provide readers with a glimpse of what’s on the market for mold shops. This month has no specific theme, offering a widespread view of innovations in the industry. Towa also offers CBN end mills in multi-flute configurations.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 5, 2023

This profile focuses on mold components and hot runners, highlighting the exhibitors who will be showcasing their innovations and technology in this area at the show. The MMT team put together this special show section* that provides a snapshot of each exhibitor most relevant to moldmaking.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 6, 2023

KG offers molds, notching, automation and production equipment for vehicle body sealing systems headquartered in Germany with locations worldwide, including a strong presence in North America thanks to its North Carolina facility. Photo Credit, all images: PFAFF Molds Who is PFAFF? Innovative technologies for the auto sealing industry.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Through innovative metal 3D printing, Mantle shows how you can dramatically simplify the moldmaking process while reducing lead times and costs, having used it to produce over two million end-use parts for customers. 3D Printing Get to Know Mantle 3D Moldmaking is at the core of what Mantle does.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 8, 2023

Innovative and, in some cases, unique lighting features on 2022 GMC Hummer EV pickups (above) and SUVs from General Motors Co. were enabled by both plastics design freedom and innovative tooling technologies. The Hummer EV ’s signature front lightbar (top) was created with a series of innovative mold inserts (bottom).

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 19, 2023

and Husky Technologies Mold manufacturing is an industry that is vast and varied, and so are the challenges that come with it. There’s hot runners, cutting tools, mold materials, mold components and more. Photo credit, from top left, clockwise: Xact Metal, Tungaloy, Mitutoyo America Corp.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Mold Materials. Mold Components. Mold Maintenance, Repair and Surface Treatment. Ingersoll ’s new NanoFeed technology provides mold builders with exceptional high-feed milling performance for machining of miniature components and smaller part features. 1, 2022 to Nov. 28, 2022): Cutting Tools. Hot Runners.

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Canadian Manufacturing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In-Mold Electronics (IME) is a manufacturing process that integrates printed and component electronics directly into the structural surface of the product during the automated molding phase, enabling the integration of functionality and design. e2ip has also designated Antolin as its primary partner for the automotive industry.

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Mold Making Technology

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Each roundup aims to keep you in the loop of new developments and innovations that well-suited for your moldmaking operations. Mold Materials Photo Credit: Alimex Precision in Aluminum Cast Plate Aluminum Alloy is Suitable for Production Mold and Dies Alimex ACP7 from Alimex Precision in Aluminum Inc.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 21, 2023

Photo Credit: Hasco With more than 100,000 products from a single source, Hasco is a full-range supplier for modern designers, moldmakers and injection molders. The company offers its customers worldwide access to a highly modern online shop via an optimized, newly designed website. Product availability can be queried live.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 2, 2023

Solution: Using an EOS DMLS printer and MS1 powder, an insert was printed on a stainless build plate, and pre-plumbed to connect extensive conformal cooling channels to the mold’s cooling system. For example, all DMLS mold components are produced in MS1/maraging steel. .

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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Suppliers of blow molded fuel tanks, including Plastic Omnium Inergy , have been developing composite tanks for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Beyond the Mirai, Toyota partnered with BMW in August to design and produce a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle it anticipates selling as early as 2025.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Cimatron, the leading CAD/CAM software supplier for the mold & die industry has released version 2024 with stronger core capabilities across all areas of the product, while incorporating new technology through collaboration with Sandvik Coromant. Electrode design is a critical aspect of the mold production process.

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