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MIRDC Shows Microprecision Manufacturing Tech at Taipei Int'l Mold & Die Industry Fair 2014

2014/09/15 | By Steve Chuang

A government-backed R&D institute of metalworking technology in Taiwan, Metal Industries Research & Development Centre (MIRDC) showcased micro metal parts, dies and molds developed with its  “microprecision manufacturing technology” at the Taipei International Mold & Die Industry Fair 2014, held Aug 27-30 at TWTC Nangang Exhibition Hall in suburban Taipei.

On the first day of the show, MIRDC's booth saw an influx of buyers and visitors, including Taiwan President, Ma Ying Jeou, who listened attentively to a brief presentation of MIRDC's mold developing and microprecision manufacturing technology by the CEO, H.C. Fu.

Knowing the inevitable rising demand for micro-manufacturing and molding in the Internet age that calls for micro-electronics to realize hardware that meets ever broadening range of lifestyles, mobility, with applications that are endless to include medicine, security, national defense and more, MIRDC has been  researching and developing microprecision production technology for precision molds and dies since setting up its micro precision molding and forming lab in 2005, aiming to help Taiwanese manufacturers to turn out micro parts and components for growing demand for consumer electronics with enhanced mobility, higher functionality, lighter weight and smaller size.

MIRDC reports that over 15 Taiwanese optical parts makers have been assisted in microprecision manufacturing technology in production to successfully upgrade quality and value of products, including high-end camera lens. The R&D institute is trying to apply its technology to biotechnological and medical products that are subject to higher quality and precision requirements. Additionally, it  provides troubleshooting and quality testing services.

Taiwan was the world's fourth-largest source of molds and dies by shipment volume following Japan the U.S. and Germany, but confronts growing rivalry from Korea and Singapore. To help the island regain its former glory in the field, MIRDC emphasizes that it will keep focused on developing related technology and broadening applications of microprecision manufacturing technology. (SC)