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Machining

Cylindrical Grinder Shows Off High Precision

The United Grinding Studer S131r cylindrical ID-radius grinding machine targets tough ID grinding operations and a range of hard-to-machine materials. See the machine at IMTS 2022.

Automation

VIDEO: Can You Integrate a Joystick onto a Robot for Mold Repair?

Tony Demakis, President of Alliance Specialties and Laser Sales and Brian Conner, Channel Development Manager at Universal Robots answer the question of whether or not you can integrate a joystick onto a robot for mold repair. 
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Machining

VIDEO: The Capabilities of Micro Molding

In this demo, Sodick IMM by Plustech shares its micro molding capabilities with Matrix Tool and M.R. Mold. 
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Mold Materials

MMT Chats: Wepco's Journey with Metal 3D Printing

MMT's Editorial Director, Christina Fuges sits down with Wepco's director of manufacturing Support, Amanda Wiriya to talk about Wepco's journey with 3D printing and how the company brings awareness to the community about the growing moldmaking industry. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.
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Automation

10 Considerations for Choosing a Robot

Knowing what to look for is essential when comparing and evaluating robots from different manufacturers.
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Digital Demos

VIDEO: How a Mold System Reduces Processing Costs and Cycle Time

In this digital demo, Canon Virginia demonstrates how their shuttle mold system can run two parts at once, reducing processing costs and cycle time. 
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Hot Runners

A Different Approach to Mold Venting

Alternative venting valves can help overcome standard mold venting limitations and improve mold performance.
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Cutting Tools

Ball-End Tool Contours, Chamfers and Finishes in One Pass for Most Materials

The new IMCO Carbide Tool Pow•R•Arc end mill, to be shown at IMTS 2022, emphasizes speed for moldmakers. The cutter is able to run and increase feed rates to machine one’s mold up to five times faster than a four-flute tool.  

Digital Demos

VIDEO: How to Change Out Molds in 10 Minutes or Less

Is a 10-minute mold change possible? Check out this demo to see how it can be done. 
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Design & Mfg. Software

New Innovations in Mold Design, Milling Cutters, 3D Scanning

MoldMaking Technology compiles a number of digital-only products from the past month, including mold design software, laser metrology 3D scanners, milling cutters and more.