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Cutting Tools

Ceramic End Mills Excel in High-Speed Roughing, Milling of Heat-Resistant Superalloys

Long-lasting, five-flute Cera-Cut end mills introduced by Emuge-Franken USA are designed to consistently tackle high temperature resistant metals and hardened tool steels.  

Machining

New Michigan Technical Center for YCM Alliance

YCM Alliance held a grand opening of its new Technical Center in Sterling Heights, Michigan, last week, which is the first in a series of centers designed to showcase and demo machining solutions for die and mold machining, ultra-high-speed machining and general parts machining.

Automation

Upgraded VMC Advances High-Speed, High-Precision Mold Component Hard Milling 

Available in three models, the Mitsui Seiki VL30 series offers new features for additional accuracy, high-speed milling and process automation.  

Machining

VMC Provides Shorter Cycle Times, Minimizes Non-Cutting Time

The SVM 5100L joins DN Solutions' vertical machining center lineup for die-cast components.

Machining

Machine Tool Breakage Detector Enhances Mold Manufacturing Reliability

Heidenhain’s new TD 110 is a fast, contact-free, in-process gage that can quickly inspect drill bits and end mills, even while spinning at their operational speed.  

Cutting Tools

Hydraulic Chucks, Reduction Sleeves Reduce Toolholding Complications

Seco Tools offers a comprehensive range of hydraulic chucks and accompany reduction sleeves, eliminating risk and additional maintenance for mold and die-makers, and less required tooling.  

Machining

High-Speed, Five-Axis Mold Machining Achieved via Extended Barrel Series

Air Turbine Tool spindles can machine at 50,000 rpm in high-speed steel (HSS), accelerating mold machining capabilities.  

Automation

Micro Mold Undergoes Renovations, Invests in New Equipment

Erie, Pennsylvania, precision moldmaker makes room for a new high-speed five-axis milling center and automation cell. The company is on pace to grow an additional 15-20% by end of year.  

Business Strategy

Bringing Market-Specific Engineering Experience to Every Project

Experience, acumen and attention to detail help Prodigy Mold & Tool create value and build long-lasting customer relationships.

Machining

Mold Builder Gains Higher Accuracy, Repeatability, Productivity from Milling Machine

Very high stability, precision, thermal and vibrational control, and low cost of ownership led Diamond Tool & Engineering to purchase a high-precision, high-speed three-axis milling center.

Machining

Helping High-Precision, Multiaxis CNC Machines Maintain Tight-Tolerance Control

Standardizing Heidenhain control systems on multiaxis CNC machines across the shop floor help Cavalier Tool streamline setups and post-process work, increase accuracy, and improve turnaround and scheduling flexibility to maintain its competitive edge.

Design & Mfg. Software

Universal CAD/CAM Yields Ultra Precise Micro Molds

Mold builder uses CAD/CAM and IT software package to improve its micro mold tool design and machining.

Workforce Development

CNC Control Drives Machining Success, Builds Skills

Mold and diemaker True Die uses machine tool technology to invest in the future of its employees and grow its business.

Automation

How to Cut Mold Machining Costs in Half

How to hard mill and finish grind in a single setup, including an in-machine probing inspection.

Maintenance & Repair

Here Are Your Top 10 Most-Read Features of 2021

A list of the most-viewed features in MoldMaking Technology from January to November 2021.

Cutting Tools

Sharp Carbide End Mills Target Reduced Cutting Forces, Tool Pressure

Made for optimum metal removing in soft, tough or high-alloyed materials commonly used in moldmaking, Guhring’s RF 100 Sharp end mills excel in unstable machining conditions and high-speed machining conditions.

Design & Mfg. Software

How a Small Programming Change Cuts Cycle Time in Half

Overriding the CAM system when milling a series of lifter pockets helps to improve metal removal rate and increase feed rates.

Data Management Software

How to Analyze and Optimize Cutting Conditions to Reduce Cycle Time

Plastic injection mold design and manufacturing company puts NC program optimization software module to the test. The results were surprising.

Thermoset Mold Builder Takes on EV Market

New Dynamics and NDC International provide complete tooling and molding solutions for the electric vehicle market and electronic encapsulation technology.

Machining

Enhanced Vertical Machining Center Efficiently Machines Multiple Workpiece Surfaces

The simultaneous five-axis design from Mazak increases automation integration capabilities and more rapid machining.

Machining

Fully Tool-Changeable Electric Spindles Increase Machine Tool Speed

The iSpeed5 system from NSK America features eliminates the need for operator intervention and achieves spindle accuracy of less than 1 micron.

Machining

High-Precision Vertical Milling Machine for Part Processing Reliability

Launch of GF Machining Solutions’ MILL P 500 three-axis vertical milling machine offers functions for high precision, reliability, productivity and flexibility.

MMT Chats: 5 in 5 with Eden Tool Company and Eden Manufacturing

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges reveals five best practices for improving efficiencies in culture, technology, process, measuring success and staying competitive in 5 minutes with Eden Tool Company and Eden Manufacturing.

Business Strategy

ICYMI--MMT Chats: Hot Rods, Performance, Predictable Manufacturing and Building a Legacy

MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges chats with three team members of Eden Tool Company and Eden Manufacturing to learn the "details" about how this mold builder also became a manufacturer of engineered medical components. This episode is brought to you by ISCAR with New Ideas for Machining Intelligently.

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