Rapid Tooling
Virtual Prototyping Through Mold Simulation
Simulation helps manufacturers design better molds, optimize processes and innovate more efficiently.
Joint Research Project 3D Prints MIM Tool With Near-Contour Cooling
The University of Rostock and Stenzel MIM Technik GmbH has created a process approach that can produce a 3D-printed metal injection mold in about five days, versus eight weeks.
Read More3D-Printed Tooling Workflow Achieves Complex Part Prototyping
Addifab freeform injection molding (FIM) simplifies design and delivery of injection-molded test parts through scaled production of 3D-printed mold cores and cavities compatible with any molding feedstock.
Read MoreMold in a Day Technology Slashes Tool Production, Eliminates Supply Chain Headache
Next Chapter Manufacturing says its Mold in a Day additive manufacturing technology slashes the production of tooling down to hours while maintaining the same quality and tolerance standards of conventional molds.
Read MoreEnvisionTEC, Covestro Develop Industrial 3D Printing Solution for Rapid Injection Mold Tooling Production
Covestro DLP resin e-PerFORM used with EnvisionTEC’s Perfactory P4K series DLP 3D printing demonstrates faster, more cost-effective print speeds with high stiffness, high temperature performance.
Read MoreRapid Tooling - Cast Resin and Sprayed Metal Tooling
Indirect tooling methods use the RP process to generate a pattern from which tooling inserts are made. This article describes two such indirect tooling processes - cast resin and sprayed metal tooling.
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Engineering-Driven Injection Molding Company Delivers Precision and Quality
Accudyn provides precision injection molding and tooling solutions through advanced engineering, zero-defect manufacturing and comprehensive technical services since 1997.
Christina Fuges
Editorial Director, MoldMaking Technology
PTXPO 2025 Profile Preview Part 3 of 4: Check Out the Latest Technology for Moldmakers
Discover some of the latest moldmaking technologies awaiting you at PTXPO 2025. Here are some quick snapshots of the moldmaking solutions, products, technologies and services you’ll see at the show which can help you grow your business.
Angela Osborne
Managing Editor, Gardner Business Media
The Connector Conundrum: 3D Printed Mold Tooling’s Role in Innovation
ReelView Fishing faced an electronics obstacle in the development of its new technology for underwater video. Additive manufacturing for moldmaking enabled the speed necessary to iterate to a solution.
Peter Zelinski
Former Editor-in-Chief, Additive Manufacturing
