Mold Making Technology

APRIL 3, 2025

To learn more about the mold builders featured at PTXPO 2025, click here. What’s New and What Works The show floor highlighted a variety of technologies and products, from software and AI to 3D printing, mold materials and maintenance and repair options. Another hot topic among moldmakers? Mold materials.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 30, 2023

Collocating for the second time, the MoldMaking and Molding conferences will provide attendees dedicated moldmaking and injection molding programs in the morning, with combined sessions bringing the groups together in the afternoon to learn about big picture topics.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 15, 2025

Teams collaborate during design review meetings using mold simulation, DFM and processing expertise to ensure well-managed, timely project execution tailored to scope. The in-house sampling team ensures productivity with scientific molding services, from functional samples to full protocols for precise production.

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Mold Making Technology

JULY 11, 2024

day seminar on injection mold design principles from July 31 to August 2, 2024. The seminar, led by Nick Vitelli, lecturer in engineering in the Plastics Engineering Technology and Polymer Engineering Science programs , aims to provide participants with a fundamental understanding of crucial aspects of mold engineering.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Now’s your chance to dive into these trending topics. The comprehensive list to follow offers insight into topics ranging from build, engineer and maintain. ERP Empowers Mold Builder to Increase Speed, Efficiency, Accuracy Highly integrated but easy-to-use ERP system helps Delta Mold Inc.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 1, 2025

Corey Fox, MMT EAB member and operations manager for Accede Mold & Tool, shares his top article picks. Intralox Laser Welder Yields Fast, Precise Mold Repair Intralox's integration of the Alpha Laser ALFlak has significantly improved its tool room efficiency when it comes to difficult welds and urgent repairs.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Maybe it’s because these topics are not often, if ever, discussed in schools, training seminars, or SPE functions. There is so much to know about this common fastener and how it directly affects the performance and longevity of your molds. Shoulder bolts are frequently used in three-plate molds and stripper-plate molds.

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Min-Hui

OCTOBER 9, 2023

When it comes to the topic of vertical injection moulding machine prices, many people are looking to find the most suitable equipment to meet their production needs within their budget.

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Mold Making Technology

AUGUST 20, 2024

Injection molding simulation software has long been used to optimize a mold design prior to its fabrication. The challenge of using a printed tool then becomes the fact that molding process development alone can take 10-20 shots before good parts come off the press.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 14, 2025

Source | Penn State Behrend Morning sessions will include concurrent tracks on injection molding technology, materials technology and executive/management practices.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 4, 2023

Mold & Engineering. “Silicone Elastomers Technology And Fabrication” offers a comprehensive overview of silicone elastomers, emphasizing fabrication processes in injection molding liquid silicone rubber (LIM/LSR) and providing information on extrusion and calendering of high-consistency silicone rubber (HCR). .

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 4, 2024

Since 2003, the moldmaking industry has annually acknowledged exceptional performance and innovation in mold manufacturing through MMT ’s Leadtime Leader Award , sponsored by Progressive Components. Craftsmanship plays a crucial role in designing and building critical components in injection molds. Congratulations!

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Mold Making Technology

JULY 19, 2023

Photo Credit: AIM Institute Specialized equipment used in conjunction with mold maintenance training courses created and hosted by Steve Johnson, owner and founder of MoldTrax, has been acquired by the American Injection Molding (AIM) Institute , which is a member of the Beaumont Family of Companies (including Beaumont Technologies.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 17, 2024

Mold & Engineering From Jan. This course emphasizes fabrication processes in injection molding liquid silicone rubber (LIM/LSR) and provides information on extrusion and calendering of high-consistency silicone rubber (HCR). Mold & Engineering during which attendees will experience LSR molding and tool design.

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Plastics News

JANUARY 15, 2023

A third generation is joining injection molder Bridgville. Investment firm Arcane Capital Partners has acquired injection molder and extruder Poly-Tech Plastic Molding Inc. Find more of our latest mergers and acquisitions news here.

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Mold Making Technology

AUGUST 3, 2024

This month has been brimming with exceptional content spanning a variety of topics, from groundbreaking technological advancements to insightful business strategies and advice. MTD) Mold Maker of the Year award. MMT Chats: Award-Winning 2024 Mold Apprentice of the Year Adam Conley of Omega Tool Inc. Source |Hammonton Mold Co.

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Mold Making Technology

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Beaumont Technologies ’ AIM Institute is creating a new Mold Maintenance Center of Excellence that provides comprehensive education and training for anyone in the injection molding industry who is responsible for mold maintenance, management and upkeep.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 1, 2023

A mold builder once told me that “moldmaking is a relentless pursuit of innovation” in all areas of the process and business. This statement guided the development of the program for this year’s MoldMaking Conference and revealed some hot topics — automation, data, 3D printing and training.

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Mold Making Technology

JUNE 1, 2023

Photo Credit: Engel Injection molding machine and automation supplier Engel offers an array of technologies to simplify and speed up mold changes, including magnetic clamping platens and quick couplings; intelligent assistance systems; and the famox mold changing system for automating the setup process.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 16, 2023

“I want to thank MMT personally for the excellent topics over the years on keeping up with engineering, building and maintaining a safe, first-class mold building and molding shop,” Yasenchak says. stay in business. .” stay in business.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 26, 2024

We have one of the largest undergraduate processing labs in the country, covering a wide range of processes, from injection molding to blow molding and thermoforming. Four-year programs cannot cover the extensive expertise needed in mold design and manufacturing. Q: Can robotics replace jobs in moldmaking companies?

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Additive Manufacturing

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Topics include: 1:00 – Izhar’s inspirational background and experience – PhD Physical Chemistry – Nano and polymer development – now Photopolymer thermoplastics (high temp) · What drives innovation decisions at Nexa3D?

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 27, 2023

We also managed to fit in content covering our readers’ favorite topics such as digitalization in tooling, mold life cycle management , hot runners , cold runners and much more. 25 Years Later and Molds Still Make a Difference I believe 25 years proves that moldmaking matters! bottom right) MoldMaking Technology 10.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Dave attended the conference in 2022 and found enough value to return this year for more opportunities to learn and network in the small-group setting headlined by mold builders and molders sharing best practices and technology solutions for better moldmaking. And that's who was in the room! The two day conference was content rich.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

PTXPO 2025 will be a comprehensive showcase of cutting-edge technologies and innovations within the plastics molding industry. Some key topics will be Next Chapter Manufacturing discussing how additive tooling is being implemented by molders, and Barnes Molding Solutions talking about timing valve gate sequencing.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Photo Credit, all images: MMT The MMT Chats series by MoldMaking Technology is an engaging, conversational video series where professionals in the moldmaking industry come together to discuss various topics related to manufacturing, tooling and moldmaking processes. Watch the interview. Watch the interview.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 21, 2024

The Mold Maintenance Center of Excellence carries on the legacy that former owner Steve Johnson created with his hands-on and lecture mold maintenance workshop. One of MMT’s more popular topics is mold maintenance and repair -- a critical aspect of moldmaking that impacts the OEM, molder and mold builder.

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Plastics News

JANUARY 30, 2023

The topic's getting a lot of attention. More than 90 percent of survey respondents were injection molding companies. The French concern comes as two European plastics trade groups on Jan. A recent report from Norway and other Scandinavian governments suggested the plastics treaty negotiations could take up the issue.

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i4.0 today

OCTOBER 18, 2022

While polymer 3D printing is well-cemented in motorsport for quick turnaround of spare parts, it has had less application in high-volume automotive production, partly due to low part throughput when compared with incumbent processes like injection molding. Upcoming Free-to-Attend Webinar.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Source (Clockwise) | Hammonton Mold Co., Molded Precision Components and MPC Advanced Machining, B. Die Mold Inc., Trending topics, challenges, team building and success stories, there’s a little something here for everyone. International Partnership Improves IBM Preform Precision Hammonton Mold Co.

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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. Midgard Inc.

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Mold Making Technology

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

The MMT team was on-site at IMTS to uncover what’s new and what works when it comes to metal-cutting technology for mold manufacturing. The DVF 5000 Second Generation from DN Solutions, for example, offers faster speeds and a larger work envelope, ideal for the intricate geometries common in mold production.

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Mold Making Technology

MARCH 27, 2025

With no agenda, he simply saw an opportunity for connection and thought I could help them find the right resources to better understand injection molding. Technology, Growth and Inspiration Tyler VanRee, president of Legacy Precision Molds, introduced me to High Gear, a developer of a no-code workflow automation platform.

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Foley

JULY 11, 2023

Topics can include the importance of strong, unique passwords, the risks of phishing attacks, and the correct procedures for handling, storing, and sharing sensitive data. Covered topics will include employment agreements and onboarding processes for new employees, and joint development agreements (JDAs) with third party collaborators.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 18, 2025

Source (all images) | Edro Engineering and Specialty Steels Plastic waste is a widely debated topic globally. Viscosity High viscosity in many materials leads to increased injection pressures. Proper tolerancing of injection molds and other processing equipment is crucial to prevent leakage.

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