By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA US mold builders have faced turbulent business conditions over the last several months, from late 2024 into the first and second quarters of 2025. Despite this shifting political landscape, however, US mold builders are feeling largely optimistic as they see advocacy efforts, like those executed by the AMBA … [Read more...] about Industry Advocacy Leads to Optimistic Conditions while Highlighting Challenge
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Part Two: Women in the Mold Building C-Suite
By Liz Stevens, writer, The American Mold Builder The number of women in the executive ranks in mold building is on the rise. Why do women choose an executive career in mold building, and what kind of background is good preparation for this type of professional role? AMBA’s members include many successful, respected women in mold building C-suites, and The American Mold … [Read more...] about Part Two: Women in the Mold Building C-Suite
Sustainability Powered by Swiss Steel
By Lindsey Munson, editor, The American Mold Builder “Progress through sustainable steel” is boldly positioned on Swiss Steel Group’s home webpage, highlighting its focus on reducing environmental impacts, supporting social responsibility and ensuring long-term economic profitability. In mold manufacturing, among other general areas, sustainable steel is significant in … [Read more...] about Sustainability Powered by Swiss Steel
Quoting Increases for US Mold Builders; Workforce Challenges Loom
By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA At the end of 2024 and the beginning of 2025, 54% of manufacturers surveyed in the AMBA 2025 Business Forecast Report reported they anticipated or realized reshoring of business, demonstrating the positive effect that even limited tariffs have had on business over the last few years (Chart 1). As the Trump … [Read more...] about Quoting Increases for US Mold Builders; Workforce Challenges Loom
The Evolving Landscape of the Modern Sales Process
By Keith Bradt, owner and business development director, Kallan Sales Development Manufacturers today are in a period of rapid innovation relative to how many of their organizational groups operate. They are leveraging advancements in technologies to influence their manufacturing strategies – driving more efficient methods and allowing them to remain competitive in the … [Read more...] about The Evolving Landscape of the Modern Sales Process
Technical Focus: Mold Polishing
A look at the key roles of mold polishing through services, tools and equipment that deliver finishing processes to enhance the visual appearance and functionality of molded parts. Alliance Specialties Corp.847.487.1945www.alliancelasersales.com Alliance Specialties, a second-generation, family-owned business in Wauconda, Illinois, has been servicing the moldmaking … [Read more...] about Technical Focus: Mold Polishing