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From the Editor Maintenance Matters This MonTh on moldmakingtechnology.com Would you rather maintain something of value or neglect it and then have to repair it? MMT Zone: Mold Maintenance and Repair We constantly talk about maintaining our physical and mental health, our cars, our homes���our important purchases and investments ��� so why does maintaining our molds seem like the least valued step in the mold manufacturing process? When in fact, the value of a well maintained mold is priceless. The bottom line is that in order to keep a mold running it needs to be properly maintained���from the inside out. To do that efficiently and effectively takes organized documentation, methodology, troubleshooting and training. Training is key; mostly because maintenance/repair is just different than building. So it requires shops to invest in creating mold repair technicians, define goals and secure commitment to the plan. A team approach is key���so getting molding and toolroom managers, molding facility plant managers and owners on board is essential. This is why we are starting a monthly In the Trenches series, dedicated to some personal struggles, lessons learned and tricks of the trade���all from the world of mold maintenance and repair. The stories and strategies will be brought to you by James Bourne, a toolroom supervisor at SRG Global (Farmington, MO), which specializes in electroplated trim for the automotive industry, as well as the motorcycle and commercial truck industries. Jim has been involved in die cast and injection mold building and repair for nearly 25 years���from building new tooling in 100+ man shops with state-of-the-art equipment to repairing production molds in a three-man toolroom with only basic equipment. According to Jim, Steve���s Johnson Across the Bench series in MMT (from the mid-2000s), convinced him of ���the need for clarity of information, the value of tracking tool history, and the necessity of an electronic database to access history and trends in tool repair���. Jim says he is an example of a guy who���s had to start from a practically useless paper Work Order system and develop a functional electronic database. It���s been the school of hard knocks and he says that he is still learning. From ���build only��� shops to tool shops that have production departments to injection molders with in-house toolrooms, Jim has seen a lot and is ready to share his insight, and more importantly, get your feedback. See page 32 for the first installment, and be on the look out this year for other ways we will be highlighting mold maintenance and repair���both in MMT and at our annual amerimold expo (June 12-13, Rosemont, IL). Christina M. Fuges Editorial Director Follow MMT on: 6 MoldMaking Technology March 2013 Follow @ MMTMag moldmakingtechnology.com/zones/moldmaintenance-and-repair To keep a mold running it needs to be properly maintained and repaired. Essential processes include mold tryout, welding, cleaning and retrofitting. Browse Past Mold Maintenance and Repair Articles by Type: Features, Case Studies and Tips ��� How to Ensure Quick, Correct Mold Maintenance: Regular cleaning and proper maintenance are key to sustaining the life of a mold. ��� Keeping Molds Running: Technology advancements encourage moldmakers to think about surface treatment, mold maintenance and repair issues earlier in the mold build process to obtain better mold performance and life ��� Cleaning Intricate Molds: A look at non-destructive cleaning processes for complex molds that require the removal of tenacious surface contamination to ensure surface quality and longevity of precision mold and molded part surfaces. Search Mold Maintenance and Repair Products ��� Ultrasonic Mold Cleaning, Fisa North America ��� Web-Based Tooling Data Storage, Tool Stats ��� Multi-Level Maintenance Certification Training, ToolingDocs ��� Rust Preventative, Slide Products ��� System Tracks Mold Performance History, AST Technology ��� MicroWelder, Rocklin Manufacturing Co. Find A Mold Maintenance and Repair Supplier Via the Following Categories: ��� Cleaners ��� Electron-Beam Welding Machines ��� Laser Welding Equipment ��� Manual Cleaning Equipment ��� Mold Cleaning Services ��� Mold Dehumidification Systems ��� Mold Maintenance & Repair Services ��� Mold Sprays, Grease, Lubricants & Releases ��� Mold Transporters ��� Mold Treatment Systems ��� Mold Tryout Equipment ��� Mold/Die Spotting Presses ��� Pry Bars ��� Replacement Parts ��� Retrofitting Services ��� Rust Preventatives ��� Safety Equipment ��� Sampling/Mold Tryout Services ��� Scrap Recycling Equipment ��� Scrapers ��� Storage Equipment/Services ��� TIG Welding Equipment ��� Ultrasonic Cleaning Equipment ��� Welding Services