In the marketplace today there are probably as many styles and types of sales engineers as there are people, but for the purposes of this discussion we will focus on four basic types. Of course, there are many blends of these four and finding balance in them is critical to filling this position appropriately. [...]
Automation work cells such as insert molding, box filling and in mold labeling/decorating can all be built with greater reliability and simplicity for a lot less money with proper mold design. Even simple automation—such as sprue removal or pick-and-place—can benefit from early discussion about the requirements between the toolmaker and automation supplier. […]
Here are tips for steering your business through the economic downturn: 1. In business only the strong survive. […]
Following is a list of seven daily habits to include—the most mentioned, or in some cases, the most vehemently defended. Here they are in order of frequency: […]
However, a major obstacle facing businesses during this current, recessionary climate is the difficulty—and sometimes downright inability—to secure the funding required for the purchase of capital equipment. […]
The 32-cavity mold landed on our bench and looked like any other mold than had been run hard and put away wet. It was covered in grime and resin dust and after a 90-mile truck ride, was still dripping water out of every fitting. The only information we had was a verbal comment that “It [...]
Moldmakers were the first wave of manufacturers affected by the outsourcing trend that pushed manufacturing into China. But now we’re seeing that business is coming back . Culture and geography have helped provide a temporary stay for domestic moldmakers. […]
We are at the start of a New Year and we are at the start of a new period of economic recovery. […]
There are 10 inherent benefits that a good shrink fit chuck can offer a mold shop:1. Unsurpassed accuracyA properly produced shrink fit chuck should be able to guarantee 0.00012″ (3 microns) maximum run-out at three times the cutting tool diameter. This accuracy is very repeatable from operator to operator. […]
When looking for toolholder solutions for any type of machining, it is always good to first focus on three main features that a toolholder must bring you: […]