Some experience in making efficient molds
While part quality and profits go hand-in-hand, high productivity (faster cycle times) alone can impair quality and reduce profits, if not performed correctly. […]
Some methods to improve mold machining
Dimensional and contour errors need to be so low in moldmaking as to be barely measurable and must certainly never be visible. These requirements are increasingly at odds with demands for higher productivity and lower costs. […]
How to evaluate Hot Runner Cost
Evaluating the cost justification for a hot runner mold requires careful consideration of cycle time, material type, annual volume, available press size and power consumption, […]
Conformal cooling channel will improve injection molding cycle
3D-printed molds with conformal cooling channels yield more efficient heat transfer, but the geometrically intricate channels may increase the likelihood of scaling. Scaling decreases flow and worsens the integrity of the cooling channel walls, which leads to leaking. […]
A better measurement method to improve mold quality
Mold builders who produce the highest quality molds should use the best quality control practices, as the quality of a mold is only as good as the accuracy and reliability of measurements. […]
Some experience in purchasing molds
Molds are considered a commodity. A statement all too familiar to most of us, as it has become the general attitude within the injection molding industry that hires employees who do not fully understand the complexity of manufacturing an injection mold. […]
Moden Inspection and Measurement Technologies in Mold Shop
Shop floor inspection can be a tedious or relatively innocuous part of daily operations, depending on the measurement and analysis methods shops use. […]
Optimize your tooling supply chain
When OEMs outsource their parts production to external suppliers, they are dependent on their suppliers to precisely track the number of units that will arrive, quality issues and expected delays. […]
This new cooling technology improves the cooling efficiency of the mold
When it comes to any new technology, the trick is determining the right time to buy in, and that has been a definite challenge for mold builders looking to invest in additive manufacturing (AM). […]
Smart technology will come into mold industry
Smart technology is all around us today, including smartphones, smart thermostats, smart stereo speakers and smart parking meters.From our appliances to our shared infrastructure, the systems and materials we interact with daily are only getting smarter. But “smart” isn't just a buzz word; it's a legitimately big deal. Labeling something smart, in the broadest definition, [...]