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Large mold bases from DME offer increased efficiency for moldmakers

Moldmakers who have traditionally created their own large mold bases can now buy them as standard order from DME Co., saving time and increasing efficiency. The new mold bases come in plates up to 66 in. long, 54 in. wide, and 13 in. thick.

Clare Goldsberry

April 11, 2014

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Moldmakers who have traditionally created their own large mold bases can now buy them as standard order from DME Co., saving time and increasing efficiency. The new mold bases come in plates up to 66 in. long, 54 in. wide, and 13 in. thick.

DME's recent multimillion dollar investment in mold base manufacturing at its North America manufacturing centers allows it to produce these large mold bases more rapidly and with greater quality than ever before. The plants, located in Windsor, ON, Canada; Youngwood, PA; and Greenville, MI, give customers a competitive advantage by providing greater value through overall improved quality, tighter tolerances, and faster delivery.

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The larger work zones on the equipment accommodate tapping, chamfering, spot-facing, counter-boring, slot-cutting, face milling, compound thread milling, and other processes on large mold bases.

"Our large mold bases will bring increased productivity and profitability to customers looking to get more out of their mold bases," said Doug Miller, DME Operations Manager. "Moldmakers who have spent countless hours creating their own mold bases can now focus on more important operations."

About the Author

Clare Goldsberry

Until she retired in September 2021, Clare Goldsberry reported on the plastics industry for more than 30 years. In addition to the 10,000+ articles she has written, by her own estimation, she is the author of several books, including The Business of Injection Molding: How to succeed as a custom molder and Purchasing Injection Molds: A buyers guide. Goldsberry is a member of the Plastics Pioneers Association. She reflected on her long career in "Time to Say Good-Bye."

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