Development, Sourcing & Lifecycle Insights for Manufacturing Tooling
Guidance on developing manufacturing tooling from design planning through trials, revisions, and preparation for production.
The first tooling trial is often the point when a design moves from drawings and discussions into something that can be checked in the real world. A sample may look close to the intended shape, yet a measurement can show that one area is too large, too small, too thick, or too thin. That does ... Read More "What Should Be Done When First Trial Samples Are Off Size" »
When several tooling parts work together, their fit cannot be decided by looking at one part alone. A locating pin, guide component, insert, plate, slide, or other mating part may each have a suitable dimension on its own, yet the assembled tooling can still feel too tight, too loose, or difficult to use. This is ... Read More "How Should Tooling Part Fit Dimensions Be Confirmed" »
