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SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, May 6, 2024 – Fictiv, a global manufacturing company, has been awarded top honors in the 2024 Hermes Creative Awards, one of the oldest and largest international creative competitions in the world. Fictiv was awarded Platinum honors for outstanding creative work in its 2023 State of Manufacturing integrated marketing campaign and […]
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In the world of injection molding services, manufacturers and designers have several techniques at their disposal to create high-quality, functional, and aesthetically pleasing plastic parts. Among the most advanced and versatile techniques are two-shot injection molding and overmolding. Both techniques offer unique advantages and are suited for different applications, yet they are often confused or […]
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SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, April 24, 2024—Fictiv, a global manufacturing company with manufacturing centers in Mexico, India, China, and the USA, will debut innovations for its Injection Molding offerings at this year’s NPE2024 show in Orlando. The show is hosted by the Plastics Industry Association, and Fictiv will be in Booth S26140. As artificial intelligence […]
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There are many aspects of manufacturing that can make or break a production timeline, and few are as important as quality for a program’s schedule and success. You can go as fast as possible, but if the end result isn’t in-spec, any extra time will be spent fixing the problems. This doesn’t account for money […]
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In the dynamic world of manufacturing, CNC machining stands at the forefront of innovation. This field is not just about shaping materials; it’s about shaping the future. As we delve into 2024 and beyond, the landscape of CNC machining is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and industry demands. Throughout this article, we’re using AI […]
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All of Your Tools. All in One Place. As the number of your Injection Molding tools grows, it can be a very time-consuming (and manual) process to ensure you’re getting the best return on your investments. That’s why we created Fictiv’s Mold Library: To give you one place to see all of your tools and […]
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OEMs can now source economical steel tools manufactured overseas and shipped to Mexico for reliable, nearshore production—seamlessly through Fictiv’s global manufacturing network. SAN FRANCISCO, April 9, 2024 — Fictiv, a global manufacturing company, today announced a new hybrid injection molding solution for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who need the best possible tooling craftsmanship for reliable […]
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Women’s History Month at Fictiv means speaking with inspiring women like Susan Brennan, CEO of 5E Advanced Materials and formerly with Ford and Nissan. Susan recently sat down with Fictiv’s CRO Joanne Moretti for a Q&A about her storied career, how to turn challenges into purpose, and how to stay hopeful regardless of life circumstances. […]
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The journey from initial prototype to mass production is a complex transformation for the development lifecycle of any product. While the progression isn’t perfectly linear, this guide highlights critical aspects of the process – from prototyping to testing and validation to bridge production to mass production. To help explain each key stage, we’re tapping into […]
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Anodizing is a popular surface treatment process used in various industries to provide superior protection and enhance the appearance of aluminum parts. Since anodizing is an electrochemical process, meaning there needs to be chemical immersion/exposure along with a flow of electricity, there has to be a way for the circuit to be completed to the […]
