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Outlook for Automation in 2024

I want to share an article I found that discusses the reasons manufacturers should adopt automation in 2024 as a strategic response to global uncertainties, reshoring requirements, labor shortages and the pursuit of increased productivity.

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Collet Chuck Design Optimizes Machine Tool Performance

Lyndex-Nikken offers SK collet chucks with accuracy and precision in mind when milling, drilling, reaming and rigid tapping.

Maraging Stainless Steel Powder Engineered for Additive Manufacturing Applications

Bohler M789 AMPO, introduced by Edro Engineering, is well suited for conformal cooling inserts, or applications where high hardness and corrosion resistance is required.

Automation-Ready Nondestructive Inspection CT Systems

Nikon Metrology has launched VOXLS 30 C 225, 30 C 320 and 30 C 450 inspection models designed for automated operations across the production sector.

Extensive Evaluations Build The Plastek Group’s EDM Arsenal

Sinker and wire EDMs selected for speed, volumetric accuracy, surface finish, reliability, cost of ownership and extensive warranty.
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Peggy Malnati Contributing Writer, MMT

Integrated RFID Achieves Hot Half Hot Runner System Digitalization

Newly ordered hot halves from Hasco are now equipped with RFID-chipped Mould Tags to enable reliable and direction access to all injection mold unit information.
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Hot Runner Accelerates Precise Temperature Control via Enhanced Response

Latest technology used in PCS’ MSC Hot Runner Control Systems advances its analysis, diagnosis and reporting functions, ensuring fast control response and more intuitive operation.

Hybrid Multitasking Five-Axis Brings Subtractive, Additive Processes to Moldmakers

Mazak’s VC-500A/5X vertical machining center delivers hybrid multitasking and hot wire deposition to meet machining and additive needs.
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Bonding, Sintering Tech Advances Metal Bonding for Mold, Die Components

NPE2024: Punch Industry USA exhibits P-Bas, intended to replace the use of 3D printers when producing mold and die components, as well as a variety of mold component supplies.

How to Build the Right Automation System

Seven considerations when developing an automation solution for your customers.

Guide Element Program is Expanded

Guide elements with a snug-fit feature are now available to Hasco customers in an effort to reduce damage to tool inserts and cores.

Robotic Automation Options for Vertical Turning Centers

Custom robotic machine tending systems designed for specific high-volume machining applications can yield significant productivity and product flow benefits.

Derek Korn Editor-in-Chief, Production Machining magazine

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Space-Saving Five-Axis Provides Productive Mold Machining

The Grob G150 universal machining center and its spatial accuracy enhances its performance with complex, high-precision components.

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Cutting Tools Portfolio Caters to High Machining Demands

The Haimer Mill line offers a variety of entry-level cutting tools for roughing and finishing that deliver precision, reliability and efficiency.

It Starts With the Part: A Plastic Part Checklist Ensures Good Mold Design

All successful mold build projects start with examining the part to be molded to ensure it is moldable and will meet the customers' production objectives.

Ejector Pin Selection Guide

A review of materials, treatments and coatings to help determine the proper pins for optimized plastic part ejection.

End Mills, Drills, Inserts and More for Mold Building Needs

This list of cutting tool-related products that MMT editors have recently published provide readers a good look at what is being offered in the industry for their everyday operations.

Milling Cutters for Ceramic Inserts Offer Extreme Toughness

The Walter M2472 and M2473 milling cutter bodies accept ceramic button inserts for machining at high cutting speeds.

How to Use and Protect Remote Machine Monitoring Data

Collecting, analyzing and securing machine data in real time can substantially improve productivity, profitability and customer satisfaction.
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Robotic Programming Suite Introduces Enhanced Functionalities, Improvements

SprutCAM X, an all-in-one CAD/CAM/OLP software suite for complex and creative robot tasks, has updated its Collision Avoidance feature, amongst others for a more streamlined experience.

3D-Printed Hot Runner Nozzles Yield Consistent Temperature Profile

Monolith hot runners produced by DMS through a combination of SLS and AI, facilitate seamless integration with the mold and challenging material processing.

Moldmakers Maximize Tooling Investments With Carbide Drill

Among West Ohio Tool’s custom PCD and carbide tooling, the EdgeX4 drill shows consistent precision, reliability and performance for holemaking.

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