Five-Axis Machine Expands Advantages for Moldmaking
Optimized tool path and cutting angle control, access to hard-to-reach surfaces and overall efficiency and precision make Expand Machinery’s Gen Mill 5X-24 machining center optimal for the mold and die industry.
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How to Cut Setup Time, Extend Gate Life With the Right Machining Strategy
Microcut honing provides high-precision machining of needle valve nozzles and guides in hot runner systems.
Technology and Sourcing Guide 2023: Machining
Machining shapes metal workpieces. Understanding both traditional and advanced machining techniques is critical to overcoming the various dimensional and finish challenges.
Easy-to-Use CNC Control With Redesigned Graphical Interface
Kitaumura’s Arumatik-Mi control system, featuring a revamped, modern GUI, simplifies programming, part setup and machining for operators of all skill levels.
Face Mill Holder With Damping Vibration Control Supports Far-Reaching Operations
Big Kaiser, a member of the Big Daishowa Group, offers the new SDF57 arbor-style face mill holders, what it claims is the largest and longest milling tool, which could have important benefits for moldmakers.
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Tolerancing in Mold Design, Overcoming Cutting Tool Vibration, SPE MTD Updates & More Most-Viewed May Content
Every month, MMT draws inspiration from its diverse readership's wide-ranging interests, from mold design tolerancing to cutting tools and beyond. Here are May’s top 10 most-viewed articles, based on Google Analytics.
Mold Builder Meets Increased Domestic Demand With Automated Cells
Burteck LLC experienced significant demand increases due to reshoring and invested in automated machining cells to step up its production output quickly and avoid losing business.
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Grinding Equipment Realize Strong Productivity Gains for Moldmakers
New technologies from United Grinding’s brand companies, Walter, Blohm and Studer can aid mold and die customers with their grinding needs.
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Automation Cell Addition Enhances Flexibility of Mold-Applicable Five-Axis
The introduction of the GRC-R12 robot cell for the G150 five-axis machine broadens Grob Systems’ range of automation solutions for creating flexible manufacturing cells.
VMC Warranty Offer Enables Mold Customer Assurance
YCM Alliance introduces a 3-year warranty on four of its CF/CX and RF/RX Series machines to give customers peace of mind, in addition to high performance and reliability.
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