From AI Software to Incorporating Automation into EDM: The Best of November

In November, MoldMaking Technology's top 10 most-viewed articles highlighted innovation and automation in moldmaking. Key topics included the integration of AI to enhance efficiency, insights into automating processes and designs and technical solutions for complex challenges. Additionally, industry stories celebrated the community's spirit and significant milestones.

10. Teamwork and Tune-Ups

Source: MoldMaking Technology

Managing a magazine is similar to running an F1 team because both require ongoing improvement, collaboration and flexibility to keep up with industry changes.

9. Incorporating Automation into EDM

Source: Modern Machine Shop

Adding automation to EDM can provide long periods of unattended machining or be used in a closed-loop cell, while EDM control features can automate electrode design and process parameters.

8. Honor the Hands That Build Moldmaking’s Future

Source: Getty

The SPE Mold Technologies Division is calling for nominations for its 2026 Moldmaking Distinction Awards to be awarded live at PTXPO 2026.

7. Passion on Wheels: Who Will Carry Charlie’s Torch?

As Charlie Harris prepares to hand off his mission, who in the moldmaking community will keep his spirit of tool-sharing alive?

6. How Industrial Molds Conquered a Complex Impeller Fan Mold Challenge

Source: Pyramid Molding Group

Expert engineering team overcomes complex impeller fan mold challenges through innovation, precision and collaborative problem-solving.

5. How to Put AI to Work in EDM

Source: StackTeck Systems Ltd.

AI streamlines EDM with dashboards, NFC integration, data extraction, wire cutter design, G-code optimization and tool setter enhancements

4. How to Use Ultra-Precision Micro Tools, Molding and Automation to Unlock High-Volume Medical Device Miniaturization

Source: Isometric

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.

3. Cavalier’s 50 Years Strong

Cavalier Tool & Manufacturing celebrates 50 years, driven by a legacy of innovation and industry passion.

2. How to Automate Process and Design in Moldmaking

Source: Tebis

Mold builders can achieve major operational improvements by automating their digital workflows, particularly in CAD/CAM design, programming and process planning.