Tooling

3D Printing of Injection Molds Flows in a New Direction

Hybrids of additive manufacturing and CNC machining can shorten tooling turnaround times.

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Business Slowing? There's Still Plenty of Stuff to Do

There are things you may have put off when you were occupied with shipping parts to customers. Maybe it’s time to put some of them on the front burner.  

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Why Shoulder Bolts Are Too Important to Ignore (Part 2)

Follow these tips and tricks for a better design.

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Molding and Moldmaking Conference Agendas Finalized

August 29-30 in Minneapolis all things injection molding and moldmaking will be happening at the Hyatt Regency — check out who’s speaking on what topics today.

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Molds & Tooling

Why Shoulder Bolts Are Too Important to Ignore (Part 1)

These humble but essential fasteners used in injection molds are known by various names and used for a number of purposes.

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Tooling

Second-Stage Ejection Without a Second Set of Ejector Plates

Progressive Components says its Ejector Accelerators can be used when additional pin travel is required to release molded parts from lifters, stripper plates or deep core features.

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Tooling

Slide Components Can Run Greaseless, Provide New Side Actions

Progressive Components says the Z-Series proprietary treatment guarantees long-term operation and durability, while there are also new side-action options for greaseless applications.

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best practices

How to Achieve Simulation Success, Part 1: Model Accuracy and Mesh Decisions

Molding simulation software is a powerful tool, but what you get out of it depends very much on your initial inputs. Follow these tips to create the most successful simulation possible.

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Ejector Range Enlarged

Hasco says the approximately 600 additional new versions gives its ejector portfolio maximum demolding flexibility.

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Tooling

Mold-Lifting Rings Ease Tool Handling, Movement

PCS Company’s CODIPRO mold-lifting rings with hoist rings and eyebolts are available with simple, double or triple articulation.

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