Five Technologies Driving Competitiveness

摘要

Here are five technologies that can help mold manufacturers stay up-to-date to better compete in a global marketplace. 1. 3-D Product Modeling Streamlines Design Process It all starts with streamlining the design process and there is always a bit of engineering and design before actual production can begin. CAD software automates much of the design process using preloaded templates and auto-snapping lines, contours and geometries. Having CAD software in place significantly decreases leadtimes, cost of production and the need for custom machine programming. Since most CAD programs interface with CAM systems, design specifications can be sent directly over to initiate production. This limits the need for retooling and automates toolpath programming.