By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA As the average age of moldmaking professionals continues to rise, succession planning is becoming an increasingly important consideration for every business owner. These concerns – combined with the shrinking access to skilled labor – have led to significant efforts in cultivating and encouraging emerging … [Read more...] about A Strategic Outlook: Elevating the AMBA’s Emerging Leadership
Industry Resources
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
Creating and Distributing Quality Marketing Content
By Shelly Otenbaker, president, WayPoint Marketing Communications As in many industries, the B2B sales and marketing landscape has significantly changed in the last 12 months for manufacturing. Many of the tools and techniques traditionally used to find and convert leads simply are not available or possible now. But one tool – content marketing – has proven to deliver … [Read more...] about Creating and Distributing Quality Marketing Content
The Nuts and Bolts of Remote Mold Sampling and Validation
By Nicole Mitchell, writer, The American Mold Builder COVID-19 required an abundance of changes and improvements to be made in 2020. In order to keep internal teams and external customers healthy, companies such as Accede Mold & Tool Co. – a leader in mold solutions for medical, consumer, military and industrial companies – were required to find new ways to share … [Read more...] about The Nuts and Bolts of Remote Mold Sampling and Validation
New Technologies in Hot Runner Systems
By Liz Stevens, contributing writer, The American Mold Builder Even as they tout the enduring strengths of hot runner systems, hot runner makers are not sitting still. We asked a handful of hot runner manufacturers to give a glimpse of the improvements and new technologies unfolding in their systems, and to share their insight about the recent waves of change. We spoke with … [Read more...] about New Technologies in Hot Runner Systems
US Mold Builders Express Rising Optimism and Shifting Priorities
By Rachael Pfenninger, director of strategic execution, AMBA In the American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) 2021 Business Forecast Report, nearly all surveyed mold builders (99%) reported that current business conditions are positive or fair, a 9% uptick from last year’s gathered data. Other economic indicators also point to rising optimism, improved levels of profitability … [Read more...] about US Mold Builders Express Rising Optimism and Shifting Priorities