Introduction to Modern Grinding Process Technology
Modern grinding process technology lies in the areas of creep-feed grinding, high-speed grinding and grinding with super-abrasives. […]
What is the Key to Successful Grinding?
The key to successful grinding is the proper selection and proper application of the cutting fluid. Generally, the longer the arc of cut, the greater the need for more of a wetting/cooling, synthetic fluid, as opposed to the smaller arc lengths where highly lubricating fluids with EP (Extra Pressure) additives will be necessary. Companies are [...]
How to achieve a success program of moldmaking
With today’s economic trends hampered by escalating costs in all areas of manufacturing, continual liaison and communication with total utilization of resources must be established to ensure timely project completion with maximum costs savings. […]
Transforming Moldmaking to Mold Manufacturing
a system centering on sound manufacturing concepts to apply to the moldmaking process. It is effectively transforming moldmaking to mold manufacturing. […]
CAD/CAM software can help moldmaker greatly
UGNX points out that it is challenging for moldmakers to make engineering changes to parts that have already been programmed. […]
Introduction to Hot Runners/Components of DME
Another area of the mold manufacturing process that is trending more toward automation is hot runners. D-M-E reports that 15 years ago one in 10 tools was a hot runner mold, today that number is closer to five in 10. […]
What is a mold manufacturing process?
a moldmaking shop will need to address to streamline supporting operations to effect a leaner, more productive, globally competitive mold manufacturing process: […]
we would prefer to choose Automation
After conducting extensive research and by visiting a number of EDM equipment manufacturers, we decided to go with the newly designed and introduced Mitsubishi model EA12V and System 3R WorkMaster Robot in an automated cell to address its challenges. The company worked closely with MC Machinery Systems (Wood Dale, IL)—who was the first company to [...]
automation Increase efficiency
While the company has embraced the many advantages the automated cell provides—increased throughput, the ability to take on more work and faster timing—they acknowledge that the changes have led to some challenges. […]
How to do fire protection in EDM machine
Today’s EDM machines are typically very safe; however, in spite of safety features fires on sinker EDMs still happen. These fires, coupled with the ready supply of flammable liquids in EDM environments, can go from a small spark to a devastating fire in moments. The key to protecting against these fires is fast, yet reliable, [...]