Determining an optimized Injection Molding Process is often an overlooked part of getting a product up and running. Getting the process right the first time however can save a lot of headache down the road. The first step to an optimized process is getting the Injection Velocity right. Many materials come with recommended settings which […]
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Organizing and labeling your molds can be a very daunting but very important task. When you put in the effort to label and organize a large amount of equipment you want to see it stay that way. The labels used to mark your tools need to stand up to the molding environment. We are excited […]
If you have been browsing around the site recently you may have noticed some improvements. In case you missed it however we wanted to announce that you can now upload your pre-made mold cleaning instructions. Benefits What is the benefit of being able to upload your own mold cleaning instructions? The main benefit is you […]
Use Multiple Materials The injection molding process can be used with numerous different materials. There are hundreds of plastic materials that can be used on their own each with different properties and purposes. There are additives to change the properties such as strength or uv resistance. Two or more different materials can even be molded […]
Did you make a new years resolution? Are you still going strong with it? Resolutions don’t always last but the concept can be beneficial to put into practice. Now that you have started the new year and have made it through the holiday season there is a great opportunity to start something new. This could […]
Have you ever had a scenario where you are trying to troubleshoot a problem where a part periodically goes short, or a surface randomly seems shiny? Chances are your hold time is to short, or right on the edge of the gate freeze time. If the gate of a part is not frozen before the […]
Getting your staff to start using a new software can be difficult. There is always resistance to change and it is never easy when most of your company’s population is set in their ways. There are however many benefits to encouraging your employees to embrace new technology. Most benefits rely directly on the software of […]
There has been a big push over the past few years for “The Cloud,” and for a good reason. The cloud provides instant access to the tools you need, the moment that you need them, as long as you have an internet connection. Advantages of the Cloud Multiple users are able to access information at […]