by Dianna Brodine, vice president, editorial, The American Mold Builder ISO 9001 is the international certification for quality management systems. Available in over 170 countries and built to benefit any size of organization, certification proves that the company has a strong customer focus, motivation, managerial skills and an emphasis on continuous improvement, according … [Read more...] about ISO Certification: What Do Mold Builders Need to Know?
Business Strategies
Recruiting is Step One in Workforce Development
by Nicole Mitchell, editor, The American Mold Builder One of the biggest struggles for any industry today is in attracting quality candidates for open job positions. When searching for employees, it’s critical to understand what individuals are looking for in a potential workplace and how job searchers find information. From salary and benefits to community involvement, … [Read more...] about Recruiting is Step One in Workforce Development
Manufacturing Day Showcases the Industry’s Possibilities
The American Mold Builder Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) is held on the first Friday in October annually, with the event aiming to drive interest in manufacturing careers in middle school and high school students. This year, AMBA members from across the nation participated in the day by providing education for young members of the community, as well as offering networking … [Read more...] about Manufacturing Day Showcases the Industry’s Possibilities
Durable Goods Demand Leads to Optimistic Tooling Forecast
by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, The American Mold Builder As the US economy recovers from the impact of the pandemic, consumers continue their dramatic increase in durable goods purchases. This spells good news for toolmakers in automotive, aerospace, appliance and more. Economic impacts In November, Harbour Results Director Cara Walton spoke to a group of plastic … [Read more...] about Durable Goods Demand Leads to Optimistic Tooling Forecast
3D-Printed Metal Inserts for Effective Mold Building
by Liz Stevens, writer, The American Mold Builder Additive manufacturing is growing steadily, having evolved beyond its initial applications for creating 3D models and producing specialized, very low-volume parts. For mold builders, 3D metal printing now offers components for conformal cooling, venting and hot runner manifolds, with more developments on the horizon. The … [Read more...] about 3D-Printed Metal Inserts for Effective Mold Building
Additive Manufacturing Transforms the Tool Shop at Byrne Tool + Design
By Dianna Brodine, managing editor, The American Mold Builder Applications for additive manufacturing grow on a daily basis. From custom shoes to complex aerospace applications to medical interventions, new technologies in both machines and materials are expanding the realm of possibility for a process that’s been around for more than three decades, even as its popularity has … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Transforms the Tool Shop at Byrne Tool + Design