By Liz Stevens, contributing writer The American Mold Builder Editor’s Note: The American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) once again has partnered with the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) for the 2019 Plastics Industry Fly-In. The event, to be held March 26 and 27 at the St. Regis Washington, DC, smooths the way for mold builders to meet with their state’s senators … [Read more...] about Advocacy for Mold Building in Legislation

by Global Market Insights, Inc. The tool steel market is set to grow from its current market value of more than USD 4.5 billion to more than USD 6.5 billion by 2024, according to a new research report by Global Market Insights, Inc. Owing to the augmented demand for forging and cutting instruments worldwide, the overall tool steel market has witnessed notable growth in recent … [Read more...] about Tool Steel Market Set to Surpass USD 6.5 Billion by 2024

By Laurie Harbour, president and CEO Harbour Results, Inc. Seemingly the biggest news story of the 2019 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) was the fact that the event is moving from January to June in 2020. This year’s show was plagued with more missing automakers (Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz), fewer vehicle launches and overall lackluster vehicle displays. Overall, … [Read more...] about Detroit Auto Show Says ‘So Long Winter, Hello Summer’

By Andrew Edman, industry manager product design, engineering and manufacturing Formlabs Jigs and fixtures are used to make manufacturing and assembly processes simpler and more reliable, reducing cycle times and improving worker safety. Today, there are a number of functional resins well suited to 3D printing jigs and fixtures, which can reduce costs, shorten development … [Read more...] about Designing 3D Printed Jigs and Fixtures

By Dr. David Chinsky, founder Institute for Leadership Fitness Feedback is a gift that anchors your relationships in honesty. All of us depend upon feedback to appreciate and reinforce areas of strength – and to identify areas for personal and professional growth and development. There is no question that people miss numerous opportunities to provide more frequent positive … [Read more...] about 7 Steps to Move from Confrontation to Conversation

The AMBA Conference 2019 is a no-nonsense, two-day exchange that provides profit-impacting information to senior executives and their teams in the mold building industry. Each year, the AMBA Conference provides insights on industry trends, operational improvements, leadership strategies and benchmarks that help attendees learn, improve and grow. This year’s theme – … [Read more...] about AMBA Conference 2019