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MMT's Editorial Advisory Board member Gabe English and president of Western Carolina Tool & Mold shares his top MoldMaking Technology articles over the past year and how this content has been valuable to the business.
Christina Fuges
Editorial Director, MoldMaking Technology
Enhanced CAD/CAM Software Boosts Machining Productivity
Open Mind Technologies’ hyperMILL 2025 CAD/CAM Software Suite includes enhanced programming and machining strategies to boost productivity and precision in five-axis and mill/turn machining.
Read MoreMill-Turn Machining Center Handles Challenging Five-Axis Power Skiving Applications
Eastec 2025: GROB Systems’ G550T mill-turn machining center was developed to provide almost endless possibilities for machining parts made of the most diverse materials.
Read MoreHow to Eliminate Chatter
Here are techniques commonly used to combat chatter and guidelines to establish a foundation for optimizing the moldmaking process.
Read MoreSpeed, Productivity Gains and High Uptime Ease Decision for Second Five-Axis Machine
Byrne Tool + Design reduced setups and gained speed and productivity thanks to fast, accurate and compact five-axis CNC machining centers.
Read MoreHybrid Milling/Drilling Machine Reduces Total Mold Machining Time
MSI Mold Builders now squares, plus drills and taps eye-bolt holes on 50% of its tools in a single setup using a five-axis milling/drilling center with a universal spindle.
Read MoreMMT's Most-Viewed Case Studies in 2024
Did you miss any of MoldMaking Technology’s most-viewed case studies from 2024? Now’s your chance to dive into these trending topics.
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How to Use Ultra-Precision Micro Tools, Molding and Automation to Unlock High-Volume Medical Device Miniaturization
Five key areas where a molder/mold builder applies tight-tolerance tooling and advanced molding solutions to enable high-volume production of micro-molded medical parts.
2024 Moldmaking Insights: A Year in Review Part 1
A look back at the top moldmaking trends of 2024, as revealed through MMT's analytics. This review highlights the most popular technical articles, case studies, tips and best practices that captured the industry's attention over the past year.
Read MoreMoldmakers Deserve a Total Production Solution
Stability, spindle speed and software are essential consideration for your moldmaking machine tool.
Read MoreThree Good Reasons to Switch from Three- to Five-Axis Machining in Moldmaking
Five-axis machining technology is a great tool in the moldmaker toolbox.
Read MoreMaximizing Machine Tool Potential With CAM Software
Identifying specific areas where CAM software can utilize machine capabilities to benefit the user and maximize milling machine potential.
Read MorePrecision Meets Innovation at IMTS 2024
After attending IMTS, it's clear that the integration of advanced technologies is ready to enhance precision, efficiency and automation in mold manufacturing processes. It’s a massive event, so here’s a glimpse of what the MMT team experienced firsthand.
Read MoreFive-Axis Portal Milling Machine Enables Precise Processing of Long Components
IMTS 2024: With the custom machine line FZG, Zimmermann offers a five-axis portal milling machine with a low rail gantry in their program, which is designed for processing long components.
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Machining Center Spindles: What You Need to Know
Why and how to research spindle technology before purchasing a machining center.
Five-Axis Machining Cell Enables Unmanned Operation
IMTS 2024: Kitamura Machinery showcases the Supercell-300G five-axis, horizontal machining cell designed for compact machining and a pallet pool system, along with other CNC automation systems.
Read MoreFive-Axis Range Displays Complex, Compact Machining
IMTS 2024: Grob Systems Inc. showcases a range of five-axis machines with horizontal spindles designed for high precision, improved accuracy and flexibility.
Read MoreVMC Tackles More Seamless Simultaneous Five-Axis Machining
IMTS 2024: DN Solutions features the DVF 5000 Second Generation, featuring faster speeds and a larger work envelope for complex workpiece machining.
Read MoreDouble-Column Machining Centers Improve Accuracy, Speed of Mold Machining
IMTS 2024: Takumi highlights its UA400 five-axis and VC1200 three-axis machining centers for mold machining, designed to minimize thermal growth and accelerate feed rates.
Read MoreHow to Analyze and Optimize Cutting Conditions to Reduce Cycle Time
Plastic injection mold design and manufacturing company puts NC program optimization software module to the test. The results were surprising.
Read MoreCustom Machining Solutions Feature Automation, Digitalization
IMTS 2024: Mazak features advanced machining solutions designed to boost productivity in automation, multitasking capabilities and machine tool technology.
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Problem-Solving Powers MPP's Growth
Long-time Michigan mold builder expands its capabilities, incorporating molding and embracing automation, while maintaining its collaborative problem-solving approach and apprenticeship program.
Christina Fuges
Editorial Director, MoldMaking Technology
Ten Things You Need to Know about Circle Segment Milling
Considerations for evaluating if circle segment end mills or conical barrel cutters are right for your mold machining applications.
Read More2024 Software Suite Update Optimizes Tool Paths, Machining Capabilities
Open Mind brings updates to hyperMILL, with enhanced core toolpath strategies as well as new functionality for increased NC programming efficiency.
Read MoreCMM Programming Software Features Five-Axis Infinite Positioning
Infinite positioning, a highlight of Verisurf Software’s CMM Programming & Inspection Suite, enables continuous motion, optimizes part access and provides high-accuracy part measurements.
Read MoreHow to Implement Five-Axis Mold Machining for Higher Productivity, Versatility
Understanding the basics of five-axis capabilities justifies the investment, but exploring all the multi-axis machine benefits and approaches enhances the return on investment.
Read MoreMold Builder Invests in Five-Axis Milling to Open the Envelope
NPE2024: Mold-Tech Inc., dedicated to complete quality and support, continues to add to its hard milling equipment department with the Makino D200Z, enhancing mold lead times, accuracy and efficiency.
Read MoreUsing Automation to Reduce COGS and Stay Globally Competitive
Decade-long, multiphase automation investments lower operating costs and maintain technology lead in an increasingly competitive global market.
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