by Chris Kuehl, managing director Armada Corporate Intelligence The Trump campaign was a mystery from the very beginning. Pundits did not give this effort much of a chance and assumed that it would fade as soon as voters started to make real choices. Obviously, this didn’t happen. The problem for many analysts was that Trump had no real track record as far as politics or … [Read more...] about Outlook: Shifting from Populism to Pragmatism

by John Hilgendorf, contributing writer The American Mold Builder What is mold building efficiency? Can mold builders gain advantages through processes or equipment? Are there any secrets? This article explores the methods and strategies of two different mold builders: a micro mold builder and a mold builder specializing in medium- to large-sized tooling. Commonalities … [Read more...] about Finding Efficiencies in Mold Building

by Ashley Turrell, industry benchmarking manager American Mold Builders Association Heading into 2017, mold manufacturers were showing cautious optimism for their industry, particularly when compared to data from previous years, according to a study by the American Mold Builders Association (AMBA). Seventy-nine percent of participants in the study reported current business … [Read more...] about 2017 US Mold Building Industry Outlook: Optimistic