By Liz Stevens, writer, The American Mold Builder During an AMBA sales and marketing strategies virtual roundtable conducted August 9, 2023, member companies and affiliates shared experiences, proven tactics and suggestions on a handful of important marketing and sales topics. Whether the issue was eliciting crucial feedback from customers and prospective customers, or how … [Read more...] about Mold Builders offer Sales and Marketing Strategies
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Tooling Design for In-Mold Labeling and Decorating in Durable Products
By Paul O’Hearn, engineering manager, Profile Plastics Adding decoration to injection-molded parts not only increases the attractiveness of plastic products, but also functionality and value. The inherent durable nature of appliques or ink transfer process, coupled with the ever-expanding decorative options and addition of functional electrical circuits, provides original … [Read more...] about Tooling Design for In-Mold Labeling and Decorating in Durable Products
Reimagining Business, Data and More in the US Mold Manufacturing Industry
By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA It is difficult for even the most forward-thinking companies to embrace innovation and the ways their companies can be run differently on a continual basis. Regardless of market specialization, workforce size or company capabilities, evaluating opportunities and transforming one’s business model can feel like a … [Read more...] about Reimagining Business, Data and More in the US Mold Manufacturing Industry
AMBA Releases 2023 Industry-Wide Shop Rate Data to Membership
By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA At the end of 2022, American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) members indicated that wages for their employee workforces continue to rise, despite continuing challenges related to inflation and the current economic environment. These mold manufacturers are hoping that, by offering competitive wages, they will be … [Read more...] about AMBA Releases 2023 Industry-Wide Shop Rate Data to Membership
Hot Runner Technology Troubleshooting Tips
An interview with Jim Bott, business development manager of mobility/automotive/heavy truck, INCOE Hot runner technology has been around for decades. However, it’s piquing plastics processors’ interest, and sales have been increasing over the past 10 years. The technology has made encouraging advancements and manufacturers are capitalizing on its benefits. Known for … [Read more...] about Hot Runner Technology Troubleshooting Tips
Infighting and Uncertainty: Washington’s Fall Agenda
By Omar S. Nashashibi, co-founder, The Franklin Partnership, LLC In July, I marked my 25th year living and working in Washington, D.C. – Bill Clinton still occupied the Oval Office; Newt Gingrich was in his final months as House Speaker; and northern Republicans and southern Democrats still were a regular sight on Capitol Hill. Those were not the good old days by any stretch … [Read more...] about Infighting and Uncertainty: Washington’s Fall Agenda