By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA For US mold manufacturers, access to skilled labor continues to be both an impediment to profitability and a constraint on capacity, making it a major roadblock to long-term growth and operational sustainability. To better understand how mold builders are tackling this particular challenge and provide best … [Read more...] about Key Talent Takeaways: Employee Recruitment, Retention and Culture
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Technical Focus: Software Solutions
A look at software solutions in mold manufacturing to streamline the processes of design, simulation and production by integrating tools, such as CAD/CAM, mold flow analysis or CNC programming, to reduce lead times, improve efficiency and enhance precision. CAM-TOOL / CGS North America, Inc.440.522.8717www.camtool.com CAM-TOOL, based in Windsor, Ontario, is a CAD/CAM … [Read more...] about Technical Focus: Software Solutions
Automation in the Tooling Industry
By Edward Bassous, management consultant, R.E.R. Software, Inc. For the past decade, the buzzwords in the tooling industry have revolved around automation and Industry 4.0. Professionals have heard countless speakers emphasize that the future of the industry hinges on adopting automation. When a person thinks of automation, often the picture is of a facility filled with … [Read more...] about Automation in the Tooling Industry
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