Abstract: A process for using a data memory device in conjunction with an item of tooling such as an injection mold wherein the tooling is fixedly coupled with a memory device for storing information such as tool identification information, optimal and actual operating parameters, cycle count, and similar information useful for the tracking, use, maintenance, and repair of the tooling.

Abstract: An item of tooling such as an injection mold that is fixedly coupled with a memory device for storing information such as tool identification information, optimal and actual operating parameters, cycle count, and similar information useful for the tracking, use, maintenance, and repair of an item of tooling. Also covered are communication links between the memory device and a logic device such as a controller that monitors and controls machine process parameters.

Abstract: Systems and methods for implementing a retail transaction at a digital information ATM are disclosed. Paper and blank electronic media may be purchased at the ATM. The electronic media includes CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs and floppy disks. A computer file may be transferred to the storage media as part of the transaction. The file may be transferred from any external electronic media. Thus, the file may be transferred from a remote computer accessible via the internet. Alternately, the file may be transferred from any storage media controlled by a portable digital device, such as a digital camera, a cell phone, a portable computer or a PDA. Alternately, the file may be transferred from a remote storage device accessible via the Internet to either media sold at or external to and in communication with the digital information ATM.