Mold repair is the second most expensive budgetary item in a plastics molding facility, That statement should make everyone stop and pay attention. The only way to change that figure is to change the culture, and we all know that culture change is tough. […]
Because most companies lack the flexibility and ability to meet production needs when the turnaround time is short, outsourcing is increasingly seen as a strategic partnership rather than a supplier relationship. Outsourcing may be the only viable solution when internal resources are tight. […]
Having a proper tool design review and check list can and will save time to market. Here at Oakley, we have an internal tool design team that works across functions by performing design for manufacturability (DFM) throughout the entire process, from sketch and design engineering through CAD.This means when final product CAD is released to [...]
Venting is one of the most important aspects a mold technician can get right when tweaking a new plastic injection mold for production. When vents are not designed and executed properly, problems can occur. […]
The typical injection mold comprises hundreds of types of plates and tooling components that help to form and eject a molded part. Component type, required function, and construction dictate the proper maintenance procedure and frequency plan. […]
The process of outsourcing mold design work has swept the mold industry today. Due to the variety and structure of the molds, the molding technology is changing with each passing day. […]
One of the most important requirements for extending mold life is improved corrosion resistance. Stainless steel is common in plastic mold manufacturing because it is very resistant to condensation, cooling water and acid precipitation. […]
Hard millingrequires the utmost attention to detail to achieve maximum performance and tool life and tight tolerances down to 0.0001 inch. These tips help machinists get the most from hard milling. […]
Concurrent engineering can significantly reduce mold design time while completing multiple design tasks. For example, one designer may work on the cavity side while the other works on the core side, […]
Mold-cleaning strategies, like the molds themselves, take many forms and the array of options is wide. Suppliers understand that customers want efficient and effective methods that will not affect surface treatments adversely or damage the critical-to-function areas of molds. […]