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Mack Prototype Goes Big with Large Part Additive Manufacturing

February 7, 2023 by Larry Hovish Leave a Comment

Company Adds Talent in Purchasing, Compliance and Office Management

Mack Prototype President Greg Cebular shows off a large part from the Company’s new Stratasys F770 3D Printer.

GARDNER, Mass. (Feb. 7, 2023) – Mack Prototype, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mack Molding Co. focused on complex prototyping and low-volume manufacturing, has grown its additive manufacturing capabilities with the addition of a Stratasys F770 capable of producing large 3D printed parts.

The F770 is a Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) system that runs both ABS and ASA materials. It features the widest build chamber of any Stratasys FDM 3D printer and a significant build envelope that spans 39 inches by 24 inches by 24 inches. That is 13-cubic feet of build volume allowing it to produce large parts or significant assortments of smaller parts. Typical part accuracy is +/- .010 inches (.254 millimeters) or +/- .002 inches/inches (.050 millimeters/millimeters), whichever is greater.

“We are excited to add the F770 machine, with Stratasys’ known track record for durability and reliability, to our fleet of 3D printers,” said Mack Prototype President Greg Cebular. “The new machine will allow us to print large parts as a single piece without needing to bond parts together, with applications ranging from producing large prototypes to large master patterns used in cast urethane molding and low-volume, batch runs of parts of various sizes.”

In the last 18 months, Mack Prototype has bolstered its additive manufacturing capabilities with more than $875,000 in investments in equipment and infrastructure. In addition to the Stratasys, the Company’s fleet includes a smaller format FDM printer, along with Carbon CLIP Digital Light Synthesis (DLS), HP Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) and Formlabs Stereolithography (SLA) machines. Whether its prototyping or production parts, the breadth of Mack Proto’s 3D printing services allows customers to match production solutions with their cost, material and end use parameters, while speeding up the product development lifecycle.

“From just a few parts to as many as a few thousand, our team of engineers can help customers with their low-volume and bridge production requirements with flexible solutions designed to deliver high-quality parts while reducing time and cost,” Cebular added. “Even better, if those production needs change we are prepared to help customers meet volume demand with traditional tooling, rapidly scaling production here or at one of Mack’s larger manufacturing centers.”

New Talent

Mack Prototype has matched its capital equipment investments by bringing in new team members to support the Company’s growing customer base.

Eric Boyce has been appointed Purchasing & Compliance Manager, with responsibility for handling all vendor/supplier relations, as well as ISO, ITAR, FDA and UL certifications, registrations, audits and other compliance matters. Boyce brings more than 15 years of custom manufacturing and ISO experience to the role. He most recently served as plant manager for Worthen Industries Nyclo Division in Clinton, Mass., where he was responsible for all building and personnel functions. Boyce also played a significant role in leading document creation and control activities, including production process controls and ISO documents, along with associated training activities.

Rhonda Fox has joined the team as Office Manager, leading office and administrative duties, including accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable and human resources. Fox brings more than 40 years of experience in manufacturing, including 10 years as an assistant plant manager. Prior to Mack Proto, she was office manager/assistant plant manager for Eustis Enterprises in Ashburnham, Mass., where she was responsible for bookkeeping, human resources, serving as a contact for vendors and general front-end office management. She also previously gained experienced as a payroll and human resources specialist with Resource Management, Inc., in Fitchburg, Mass.

“Eric and Rhonda bring significant experience and energy to Mack Prototype,” Cebular said, “and they will be great assets to the team as we continue to deliver complex prototyping and low-volume production services to our customers.”

About Mack Molding
Mack Molding is a leading custom plastics molder and supplier of contract manufacturing services. Mack specializes in plastics design, prototyping, molding, sheet metal fabrication, full-service machining and medical device manufacturing. Founded in 1920, Mack is a privately owned business that operates 12 facilities throughout the world. Will Kendall is President and CEO. For more information, go to www.mack.com.

About Mack Prototype
Mack Prototype offers 75,000 square feet of manufacturing in an ISO 13485 certified environment for prototyping and low-volume production. With rapid manufacturing services, including 3D printing and additive manufacturing; cast urethane molding; plastic injection molding; CNC machining; and NPI Launch Lab, Mack Prototype can take products from prototype to production. For more information, visit www.mackprototype.com.

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Filed Under: Press Releases Tagged With: 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing, Mack Molding, Mack Prototype, New Hires, Press Release

Mack Proto President Greg Cebular to Speak About Additive Manufacturing at Molding 2022

October 24, 2022 by Larry Hovish Leave a Comment

Mack Prototype President Greg Cebular is bringing his nearly 20 years of custom and additive manufacturing experience on the road as he heads to Charlotte, N.C., for Plastics Technology’s Molding 2022 Event.

Cebular will be addressing the conference from 5-5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 9. His presentation, titled, “Additive Manufacturing’s Place in Today’s Molding Operations,” will show attendees that additive manufacturing and classic plastic injection molding are not mutually exclusive in a modern manufacturing environment . In fact, that is why Mack Prototype – a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mack Molding Co. – has made significant investments in 3D printing technologies to support customers’ prototyping, bridge production and low volume production needs. During the talk, Cebular will illustrate how additive manufacturing is allowing engineers to gain visibility into the production process earlier, improving DFM, allowing production parts to be created during the tool build and balancing production needs with unclear forecast volumes common with early programs.

Taking place Nov. 8-10, 2022, at the Charlotte, Convention Center, Molding 2022 delivers an educational conference and exhibition where industry leaders meet to discuss the newest developments in molding processes, equipment, materials and management techniques. Known for its emphasis on adding value to injection molding businesses, the conference is regarded as the most important forum for accessing technical information and current business conditions in the industry.

This year’s event is colocated with the Molding Making Conference, meaning attendees at this premier educational opportunity will be able to network with even more peers, experts and technology solution providers focusing on the hottest topics in injection molding.

For more information, or to register, visit Molding 2022. Make sure to use our code, MACK20SP, to save 20%.

Mack Prototype offers 75,000 square feet of manufacturing in an ISO 13485 certified environment for prototyping and low-volume production. With rapid manufacturing services, including 3D printing and additive manufacturing; cast urethane molding; plastic injection molding; CNC machining; and NPI Launch Lab, Mack Prototype can take products from prototype to production. For more information, visit www.mackprototype.com.

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: 3DPrinting, Additive Manufacturing, Greg Cebular, Mack Prototype, Molding2022, Plastics Technology

Mack Prototype Boosts Additive Manufacturing Capabilities

April 12, 2022 by Larry Hovish Leave a Comment

A picture of Mack Prototype’s new HP Multi Jet Fusion machine.

Mack Prototype’s new HP Multi Jet Fusion machine.

GARDNER, Mass. (April 12, 2022) – Mack Prototype, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mack Molding Co. focused on complex prototyping and low-volume manufacturing, has announced significant capital investments to build upon the Company’s additive manufacturing capabilities.

With the addition of Carbon CLIP DLS, HP Multi Jet Fusion and Formlabs SLA machines to its existing fused deposition modeling (FDM) offering, Mack Prototype has bolstered its ability to meet customers’ prototyping needs, including rapidly scaling into production, whether in-house or through Mack Molding’s large production footprint. Between equipment, software and infrastructure, the Company has invested approximately $750,000 in the business.

“Having four different technologies allows us to match production solutions to customers by considering their cost, material and end use,” said Mack Prototype President Greg Cebular. “These machines can be used for prototyping, but they put out production parts as well. In fact, customers can go immediately into production, speeding up the product development lifecycle and ultimately reducing time and cost.”

According to Cebular, the 3D printing services can be used for just a couple parts to as many as a couple thousand. The machines help bridge production requirements until it makes sense to invest in tooling, should volumes warrant it. He also noted the new product introduction (NPI) programs in the Company’s NPI Launch Lab also will benefit from the new technology, allowing rapid iterations of design changes.

“If our engineers notice an issue while working on a product, we can develop design changes in house alongside the customer, print it and test it,” he explained. “It means having a solution in a day or two rather than weeks. The process is flexible and repeatable, giving customers the versatility needed to lock-in their designs.”

Talent Pool Grows

Mack Prototype has not only invested in equipment to support its growing customer base, but also in personnel with additions to the account management and quality teams.

A picture of Nicole Petersen.Nicole Petersen has joined the team as a Project Manager, supporting new and existing accounts across Mack Prototype’s broad service offering. Petersen brings 20 years of customer and sales support experience to the role. She most recently served as customer relations manager for WNL Products in Holliston, Mass., where she was responsible for quoting and relationship building with large volume customers. Petersen built previous customer management experience as a senior account manager and team development coordinator with Channing Bete, as well as a senior account manager and inside sales support supervisor at Judd Wire in Turners Falls, Mass. She has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Western New England University in Springfield, Mass.

A picture of Alex Popko.Alex Popko has been appointed Quality Engineer, focusing on quality and the Mack Prototype’s growing NPI business. Popko is an experienced quality control lab technician with expertise in testing and report analysis. He most recently worked as a lab technician III for MilliporeSigma, where he previously served as a material handler. During his tenure, Popko managed the testing of filtration units for quality and integrity, including interpreting results and maintaining the preventative maintenance program. He also served four years of active duty service in the United States Coast Guard. He has a bachelor’s degree in communication from Cape Breton University and an associate degree in biotechnology/biology from Mount Wachusett Community College.

“In the past year we have added 17 team members at all levels to meet the increasing demand for our rapid manufacturing solutions,” Cebular said. “Nicole and Alex are great additions to the team, bringing significant experience in account management and engineering that will surely benefit our customers as they look to take programs from prototype to production.”

About Mack Molding
Mack Molding is a leading custom plastics molder and supplier of contract manufacturing services. Mack specializes in plastics design, prototyping, molding, sheet metal fabrication, full-service machining and medical device manufacturing. Founded in 1920, Mack is a privately owned business that operates 11 facilities throughout the world. Will Kendall is President and CEO. For more information, go to www.mack.com.

About Mack Prototype
Mack Prototype offers 75,000 square feet of manufacturing in an ISO 13485 certified environment for prototyping and low-volume production. With rapid manufacturing services, including 3D printing and additive manufacturing; cast urethane molding; plastic injection molding; CNC machining; and NPI Launch Lab, Mack Prototype can take products from prototype to production. For more information, visit www.mackprototype.com.

Filed Under: Press Releases Tagged With: 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing, Mack Prototype, New Hires, Press Release

Mack Proto Launches New Website

April 3, 2022 by Larry Hovish Leave a Comment

Under the leadership of President Greg Cebular, Mack Prototype is entering a new era characterized by the addition of new technologies and services to the wholly owned Mack subsidiary specializing in prototyping and low-volume production. In addition to its traditional offerings of cast urethane molding, plastic injection molding and CNC machining, Mack Proto now offers 3D printing and additive manufacturing, as well as new product introduction (NPI) services in its NPI Launch Lab. The Company also now has a new website, with a clean, modern, user-friendly design that complements this new vision.

Among its new features, the website boasts a new, easier to use quoting interface with a drag and drop file upload system. Getting an estimate is easier than ever, with quotes returned in as little as 24 hours!

Customers also will find enhanced information on Mack Proto’s service offerings, including information on technologies, materials and detailed benefit breakouts for each of the processes offered at Mack Prototype.

“The new mackprototype.com is the perfect way to introduce Mack Proto 2.0 to the world,” Cebular said. “For more than 25 years we have been an industry-leading provider of rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing for low volume production applications, and now with advanced additive manufacturing and NPI capabilities we are well positioned to continue being the prototyping and production partner our customers need to succeed.”

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Mack Prototype

Mack Prototype Appoints Casey Tsougranis as Director of Business Development

March 15, 2022 by Larry Hovish Leave a Comment

Headshot of Casey TsougranisGARDNER, Mass. (March 15, 2022) – Mack Prototype, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mack Molding Co. focused on complex prototyping and low-volume manufacturing, has announced the appointment of Casey Tsougranis as Director of Business Development.

Tsougranis will be responsible for developing new clients and marketing support for Mack Prototype’s additive manufacturing, new product introduction (NPI), plastic injection molding, cast urethane molding and machining services. She has been a Business Development Manager for Mack Molding since June 2017, covering New England and the Mid-Atlantic.

“We are very excited to have Casey leading the introduction of Mack Proto 2.0 to our customers,” said Mack Prototype President Greg Cebular. “She has been key to integrating the first programs into our NPI Launch Lab, and her familiarity with Mack will serve customers well. Casey understands how to leverage the breadth of our services to build solutions that meet our customers’ needs throughout the product development lifecycle, including bridging to full-volume production.”

During her tenure with Mack, Tsougranis fostered growth by identifying new client, market and technology opportunities. She previously built valuable product development and validation experience as a Mack intern. She has a bachelor of science degree in management engineering with a concentration in chemistry from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI).

About Mack Molding
Mack Molding is a leading custom plastics molder and supplier of contract manufacturing services. Mack specializes in plastics design, prototyping, molding, sheet metal fabrication, full-service machining and medical device manufacturing. Founded in 1920, Mack is a privately owned business that operates 11 facilities throughout the world. Will Kendall is President and CEO. For more information, go to www.mack.com.

About Mack Prototype
Mack Prototype offers 75,000 square feet of manufacturing in an ISO 13485 certified environment specializing in low-volume manufacturing, including rapid prototyping, such as 3D printing for small and large parts; rapid moldmaking; low-volume, small-part injection molding; CNC machining; cast urethane molding; and extensive painting and finishing operations. For more information, visit www.mackprototype.com.

Filed Under: Press Releases Tagged With: Business Development, Casey Tsougranis, Mack Prototype, NPI, Press Release

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