LTM L&L 02 - "Printed Mold & Core Design Fundamentals (Part 1)” - Dave Rittmeyer

Last Tactical Mile Impact 2.0 Lunch & Learn Metal Casting Seminar Series Episode 02 “Printed Mold & Core Design Fundamentals (Part 1) with Buying vs. Making Insights” with Dave Rittmeyer Printed mold and core design fundamentals—how they work, where they’re used, and the key design considerations that influence performance—are essential for achieving repeatable, high-quality castings. In this session, you’ll learn best practices for incorporating high resolution features into printed molds and the specific design details that make a measurable difference in casting reliability and consistency. Presenter description: Dave RITTMEYER, with over two decades as a journeyman patternmaker, brings a wealth of hands-on expertise to the field of 3D sand printing. His extensive background in traditional patternmaking allows him to bridge the gap between conventional foundry techniques and cutting-edge additive manufacturing. Dave uses his deep understanding of mold design, and casting processes to help foundries and OEMs effectively integrate 3D sand printing into their operations. By leveraging his craftsmanship and technical knowledge, he assists clients in creating complex, high-precision molds that are not possible with traditional methods. Dave’s unique combination of practical patternmaking skills, mold design, and 3D printing expertise helps businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the overall quality of their castings, transforming the way they approach production. #additivemanufacturing #americamakes #ybi #metalcasting #3dprinting #sandprinting #additivetechnology #metalcasting #foundry