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PLASTIC & INJECTION MOLDING
Understanding the Advantages of New Modular Technology: Maximizing ROI and Minimizing Risk
Proven off-the-shelf modular mold components and complete component systems meet today's demanding drive for a lean manufacturing approach.
Mold Side-Actions: How, Why, and When The Work
Understanding the effects of injection on the core, slide and associated components is critical to selecting the best side-action methods for a given application. This first of two articles will discuss the basic physics underlying all side-actions.
Quick Math for Cylinder Calculations
Simple cylinder calculations provide good first look comparisons for proper sizing when moldmakers are considering the most suitable side-action option early in the mold design.
METAL STAMPING
Trio of New Presses Gets SMED Upgrades
Hydraulic die clamps and die lifters installed on three new mechanical presses boosts press uptime by nearly an hour per shift per press, resulting in an 18-month payback.
How To Implement Quick Die Change: QDC in 8 Easy Steps
Know you need to implement quick die change in your shop, but don't know how? Start here.