One West Bend customer recently implemented a quick mold changing system using a Model MDC 2500 mold cart. The cart had a number of features such as a ratchet operated centering guide and dual speed control for the forks (slow for mold and die handling, normal for general straddle truck use).

The cart substantially reduces the time needed to change out molds, resulting in higher plant productivity. It also improves mold and die handling safety for personnel and reduces the chance for mold damage during mold and die handling.

The picture on the left shows the mold and die cart in-position at the molding machine in preparation for extracting the mold.