Mold/Die Machining

CNC Machines for Mold and Die Shops

Ready to Transform or Update Your Mold Shop?

With more mold and die work returning to North America, you need reliable equipment that delivers tight tolerances, mirror finishes, and repeatable precision. For decades, Absolute Machine Tools has provided CNC solutions that help moldmakers achieve net-shaped parts, reduce lead times, and boost profitability.

Proven CNC Solutions for Moldmakers

Our machines aren’t new to mold shops — they’ve earned their reputation for quality, longevity, and performance in North America’s moldmaking industry. From roughing large bases to burning complex cavities, we have your shop covered.

5-Axis High-Speed Gantry Machining Centers

  • Simultaneous 5-axis machining for large, complex molds
  • Multi-face, one-setup capability to reduce handling
  • Delivers superior precision and surface finish on deep cavities and intricate geometries

3-Axis Knee-Type Gun Drilling Machines

  • High-accuracy deep-hole drilling for mold bases, plates, and cores
  • Essential for creating efficient cooling channels
  • Improves overall mold performance and cycle times

Die Sinker EDM Machines

  • Unattended cavity burning with exceptional surface finishes
  • Advanced orbital control and spark gap management
  • Ideal for hardened steels and complex net shapes

Bridge Mills

  • Rigid linear and box-way construction for large mold bases
  • High-speed, high-torque spindle options
  • Excellent thermal stability for precision over long runs
  • Gantry-style, fixed/moving/sliding column, and fixed/moving table designs

Wire EDM Machines

  • Precision cutting for intricate components and inserts
  • Fine wire options for ultra-detailed work
  • Low wire consumption with high repeatability

Machines

APEC G Series

5-Axis High Speed Gantry-Style Machining Centers

APEC GM Series

5-Axis High Speed Gantry-Style Machining Centers

APEC MT15 Series

5-Axis High Speed Double Column Machining Centers

Precihole XYGVN Series

Knee Type Multi Axis Gun Drilling Machines

Johnford DMC-900 ~ DMC-1500

Moving Table Bridge Mills

Johnford DMC Series 1600 – 4100

Moving Table/Fixed Column Bridge Mills

Johnford Massive Fixed or Moving Table/Fixed Column Bridge Mills

5-Sided/5-Axis Options for Specific Johnford DMC Models

Johnford DMC L/LH Series

3100mm – 6100mm with 2800mm (110.2″) Extended Y-Axis Travel

Johnford DMC P/PH Series

3100mm – 4100mm with 2300mm (90.5″) Extended Y-Axis Travel

Johnford DMC S/SH Series

2100mm – 6100mm with 1780mm (70″) Extended Y-Axis Travel

Johnford SDMC Series

Sliding Column Fixed Table Heavy-Duty Bridge Mills

AccuteX AP Series

X-Axis Moving Table, Y-Axis Moving Column, Submerged-Type Wire EDM

AccuteX GA Series

Moving Table, Submerged-Type, Small Footprint Wire EDM

AccuteX AU Series

Fixed Table, Moving Column, Submerged-Type Extra Large Capacity Wire EDM

Automation

Pallet changers, quick-change systems, robotic part loading and unloading, automatic electrode changers

OEMS

Take your mold and die manufacturing to the next level with the Johnford CNC machines, crafted with state-of-the-art technology for unmatched precision and efficiency. Designed for both complex molds and detailed dies, these machines stand out for their accuracy, ensuring top-notch results. Their sturdy build and premium components make them ideal for the rigorous demands of mold and die manufacturing, offering both durability and minimal downtime for enhanced productivity.

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Experience the excellence of Seiki Mill/Drill/Tap Centers, synonymous with precision and adaptability. These machines are adept at handling diverse operations like milling, drilling, and tapping, with a focus on precision for intricate mold and die projects. Seiki machines are built for consistent performance, setting the standard in manufacturing precision.

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Elevate your production with Tongtai vertical machining centers, designed specifically for mold and die machining. These high-performance machines blend precision with efficiency, thanks to their modern technology and automation capabilities. They integrate smoothly into your production line, enhancing output while trimming down cycle times.

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Reinvent drilling with Precihole’s specialized Deep Hole Drilling Machines, ideal for both large and small mold and die applications. These machines excel in crafting angular holes in various parts, combining customization and versatility to streamline operations and enhance productivity.

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CNC Machines

Take your mold and die manufacturing to the next level with the Johnford CNC machines, crafted with state-of-the-art technology for unmatched precision and efficiency. Designed for both complex molds and detailed dies, these machines stand out for their accuracy, ensuring top-notch results. Their sturdy build and premium components make them ideal for the rigorous demands of mold and die manufacturing, offering both durability and minimal downtime for enhanced productivity.

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Mill/Drill/Tap Centers

Experience the excellence of Seiki Mill/Drill/Tap Centers, synonymous with precision and adaptability. These machines are adept at handling diverse operations like milling, drilling, and tapping, with a focus on precision for intricate mold and die projects. Seiki machines are built for consistent performance, setting the standard in manufacturing precision.

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High Performance Vertical Machining Centers

Elevate your production with Tongtai vertical machining centers, designed specifically for mold and die machining. These high-performance machines blend precision with efficiency, thanks to their modern technology and automation capabilities. They integrate smoothly into your production line, enhancing output while trimming down cycle times.

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Precision Deep Hole Drilling Machines

Reinvent drilling with Precihole’s specialized Deep Hole Drilling Machines, ideal for both large and small mold and die applications. These machines excel in crafting angular holes in various parts, combining customization and versatility to streamline operations and enhance productivity.

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Automation-Ready for Lights-Out Production

Our A+ Automation Team specializes in affordable, scalable solutions to help mold shops run lights-out:

  • Pallet changers and quick-change systems
  • Robotic part loading and unloading
  • Automatic electrode changers

Working together with our applications engineering team, we’ll design and implement a system that reduces labor costs, improves safety, increases uptime, and supports around-the-clock production.

Deep Moldmaking Expertise You Can Rely On

Absolute Machine Tools has nearly 40 years of experience serving the mold and die industry — from the days when moldmaking was a dominant force in North America to today’s era of reshoring and rebuilding. We understand what it takes to help shops modernize, stay competitive, and succeed in a revitalized U.S. manufacturing landscape. We help shops make the most of modern tooling, workholding, CAD/CAM, and CNC controls to machine complex cavities, core blocks, plates, inserts, cooling channels, and waterlines with precision and efficiency.

Ready to Learn More?

Contact Absolute Machine Tools today to talk with our team about the right CNC solutions for your mold shop. Let’s build something better together.

What CNC machines are best for mold shops?

High-rigidity bridge mills, die sinker EDMs, and wire EDMs deliver the precision and repeatability moldmakers need.

Can CNC moldmaking be automated?

Yes! Absolute Machine Tools offers pallet changers, robots, and electrode changers for lights-out production.

What industries use mold and die CNC machines?

Automotive, aerospace, medical, packaging, and consumer goods all rely on precision moldmaking.

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