July 2009- Students, Economics and Growth Drivers in the Tool & Die Industry-
During the economic downturn some companies are not only surviving, but thriving. Why are they doing so well? What are they doing differently from others? What unique assets or capabilities do they have that have aided them in their success? These are just a few of the questions posed to Tech Molded Plastics’ Director of Marketing & Sales...- fullstory-
June 2009-Utilizing Advanced Simulation and Melt Management Technologies to Redefine the Industry Standard-In the plastics industry products are often grouped into categories, such as; automotive, electrical, medical, etc. In these categories the trend is to find one material, one process method, and one mold layout that will work for all parts. Grouping products in this manner eliminates creativity and the possibility for advancement in the plastics processing industry. This paper presents a case study of how advanced plastic flow simulation and the latest in melt management technologies can be utilized in order to create products that re-define the industry standard.- full story-
March 2009-Going Green Can Garner New Business - Adopting green initiatives is not only important to your business, it is important to your customer and should be a part of your standard business practices. - full story -
October 2008-Automation Equipment Reduces Assembly Time and Cost Problem: Hand assembly of a three-piece part for the aerospace industry was taking over ten days with two different assembly providers being able to only produce 50,000 assembled parts per week. - full story -
April 2008- Throwing a Punch for Engineering Talent
Tech Molded Plastics and the NWPA NTMA is addressing the challenge of finding and training skilled workers for manufacturing positions by taking manufacturing to the schools in the form of RoboBOTS- an exciting smart sports event. - full story -
December 2007 - Moldmaking Technology Features Tech This moldmaker flies high with a combination of specialized processes and modern technologies
required for the extremely tight tolerances and exotic material concerns in the aerospace industry. - full story -
September 2007 - Tech Invests in New Presses Production capacity expansion includes investment in two new all-electric 120 ton horizontal injection molding presses with TACT control and robotics. The purchase of new molding presses increases Tech's line of 120 ton machines capable of shot capacity from 3.0 to 6.1 oz. - full story -
July 2007 - Training Our Educators You may be surprised to learn that few educational programs taught in our schools today aim to help students make the connection between what they do in the classroom and how the classroom lesson will apply in the world of work. Such is the daily struggle faced by Richard Gosnell, a science and physics teacher at Cambridge Springs... - full story -
June 2007 - Tech Realizes 50% Quality Programming and Run Time Improvements Tech Molded Plastics, LP has enhanced its quality services with
investment in two new Ram Optical Instrumentation Vision Systems.
The new inspection equipment will offer Tech's customers faster and
more accurate inspection of molded product and improved
communication of data. - full story -
June 2007 - Cutting Waste and Moving Closer to Perfection What if you found out that there was a possibility that you could save hundreds of thousands of dollars and return it to your bottom line? Interested? According to the Six Sigma Academy, Black Belts help direct strategic initiatives and core team activities to save companies approximately $230,000 per project and can complete 4 to 6 projects per year using Six Sigma and Lean methodologies. - full story -
May 2007 - Building Robots Reveals Powerful Life Lessons The clash of metal, sparks fly as screams of encouragement arise from the crowd… a classic battle takes place. Who wouldn’t be intrigued? Mike Kilburn, a junior at Meadville Area Senior High School, had been an avid viewer of the Battle Bots television series for years. It was in December of 2006 that Kilburn had the chance to participate in building a Battle Bot of his own when the local chapter of... - full story -
April 2007 - Tech: Joining the March for a Cure According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, over 400,000 Americans and their families live with the devastating effects of MS and during every hour of every day, another person is diagnosed with this crippling disease. There is hope... - full story -
January 2007 - Moldmaking Technology Honors Tech Tech Tool & Mold Inc. was featured in Moldmaking Technology Magazine's February edition and will be honored at MoldMaking Expo 2007, April 18th and 19th in Rosemont, IL. The Fifth Annual Leadtime Leader Awards Competition was designed to recognize outstanding U.S. moldmaking shops and their ability to succeed in today's global mold market. - full story -
January 2007 - Robots: Leading the Way for Learning Innovation There is electricity in the air as hundreds of screaming fans gather to root on their favorite team. There is the whir of motors, clashes of steel, and sparks fly. The crowd noise grows to a feverish pitch. A modern day gladiator event, you ask? Well, kind of. This is BattleBots IQ! - full story -
January 2007 - CASA Recognizes Tech for Supporting Children Imagine a knock at your door in the middle of the night and strangers give you 15 minutes to grab your possessions before you are taken away from everything that you have ever known. This scenario is a reality for over 20,000 PA children who enter the foster care system annually due to abuse or neglect. - full story -
