What is Feature-Based Machining?
Feature-Based Machining(FBM) is an automated programming function that eliminates manual data entry by reading in the copious design intent information that is embedded in solid models by CAD programs. […]
Areas of Growth Potential in mold industry
Perhaps one of the more interesting markets we’ve seen in moldmaking in recent years is applying North American quality to overseas molds. In other words, shops are finding that making poorly made molds work properly, even having to re-machine features or whole molds, is an area of growth potential. […]
Fear does not help to Technology
Among shops that suffer from techno-phobia, many jump into EDM work believing, “I just have to have the machine, and my guys can change these electrodes in and out.” This mindset usually results in a lot of downtime for machines. […]
the right PC CNC is very important to moldmaker
Next generation controls are specifically designed for mold and die machining and feature dual processors separately dedicated to the interface and motion control functions of the machine. Among many basic advantages to owners, program memory in these controls is user upgradeable. […]
How many Steps can make a successful mold?
One way to improve the success of molds being transferred is to offer sampling/tryout capabilities to your customers. Once you accept a tool transfer, make sure you perform an initial tool inspection with the OEM and the new molder to go over initial condition of tool upon arrival from previous molder. […]
Robotic Applications in machine
Robotics in machine tending can cut costs dramatically by allowing skilled labor to focus on imperative production tasks. In automated machine tending the robot loads and unloads parts from the CNC machine. Using standard part holding fixtures simplifies the production setup as the robot always handles the fixture instead of the actual part. [...]
What are the Micro Moldmaking Rules?
Rule 1: Mold tolerances become more critical.As parts get smaller, any miscalculations have a significantly greater impact. When requesting a micro mold, aim for 10 percent part tolerances, as opposed to the 25 to 50 percent level commonly seen in macro molds, […]
Advanced Toolpaths will help Difficult Materials
Trochoidal (tro-koid’l) toolpaths are curves connected with a circle that roll along a straight line or path. […]
Efficient Retrofitting will help Machine Tool
Most HMC machines include the option of retrofitting pallets and larger automatic tool changer (ATC) capacity in the field, but careful examination is required to be certain that the retrofitting option can be easily and economically implemented. […]
What is a Digital Shape Sampling and Processing?
Digital Shape Sampling and Processing (DSSP) encompasses multiple advances in 3-D scanning technologies. It describes the ability to use scanning hardware and processing software to digitally capture physical objects and automatically create accurate 3-D models for design, engineering, inspection and custom manufacturing. […]