First-rate Mold Solution Co. Ltd has a team and excellent manufacturing facilities in mold making.
Our philosophy is simple: do better than our competitors and provide more benefits to our customers.
Eliminate unnecessary costs – we use our proven expertise from the start to produce products and molds efficiently and cost-effectively in China. Our service is professional, efficient, integrity, good quality but not expensive.
We are a mature team with the best professionals in the field – decades of experience in the mold design, mold making and molding, as well as a deep understanding of the Chinese mold industry and Long-term experience in serving overseas customers,
We fully understand the expectations our customers place on us because we stand on their side and we work hard to meet their expectations.
The manufacturers we choose in China must have manufacturing equipments and workplaces that meet our requirements, either ISO 9001 certified or production capabilities that meet our standards.
With our certified suppliers, your products and molds will be greatly saved in time and cost, and the quality will be absolutely guaranteed.
General mold making process：
As a good reputation mold service provider in China, we hope to share the basic production process of injection molds with those who want to manufacture their molds in China:
1. After the customer approves the quotation, the project department will set up the project after receiving the product information.
2. The product design department provides product information to the injection mold design department. The injection mold designer completes the cost analysis within two working days and provides it to the project manager.
3. After the project is confirmed, the project department will release the “Mold Making Application” to the Injection Mold Design Department.
4. The injection mold designer organizes relevant personnel to review the project according to the product structure, mold structure, cooling system, runner, venting and other information.
5. After review, the injection mold designers began to design the injection mold, including 3D drawing correction, 3D classification, mold part assembly drawing, EDM drawing, electrode drawing, etc., and organized relevant personnel to review these drawings. Finally, the final review must be sent to the customer, and after confirmation by the customer, it is sent to the injection mold making department.
6. The injection mold maker evaluates the drawings. If there is no objection, you can order the mold materials, otherwise you will communicate with the injection mold designers.
7. The injection mold maker inspects the mold material in time after the mold material arrives at the factory, and arranges the process personnel to formulate the process, including turning, grinding, milling, screw hole, carrying hole, center hole, CNC roughing, etc. . The technicians should pay attention to the precision of each right-angle sides, avoid empty of the center hole and each production base, roughing margin etc. After the roughing is completed, if the parts to be heat treated are required to arrange heat treatment in time.
8. After the heat treatment, the injection mold maker must perform hardness testing and metallographic analysis. In general, the hardness of the core material is 46-50HRC, and for an uniform distribution of 9 points, the hardness difference is required to be less than 1HRC. Metallographic analysis of the injection mold core material before processing to ensure no segregation, scars etc.
9. Electrode processing, there are two kinds of fine punching and rough punching, the fine punching spark is 0.08, and the rough punching spark is 0.2 (depending on the actual situation). Be sure to pay attention to each machining benchmark and detect the electrodes after machining is complete.
10.Before finishing, the mold core must be at right angles, the verticality should be less than 0.02 mm, and the finishing degree should be 1.6 degrees.
11.For wire cutting, please note the base of all parts. enlarge 0.02mm for the insert hole and center hole as tolerance clearance, For the non-standard thimble, the tolerance gap is 0.04 mm of the actual thimble size.
12. When the core is finished, it should base on the benchmarks after making right-angles, Generally, the mold allowance of 0.02 mm is left (regardless of tool wearing).
13. EDM, according to the size of the drawing, fine 0.08, coarse 0.2 (depending on the actual situation), pay attention to the benchmark during processing, leaving a margin of 0.03-0.05 mm for spark machining.
14. The surface of the runner must be polished to ▽6 or ▽7 finishing, and the surface is not allowed to have spark or knife pattern exists.
15. Before assembling the injection mold, the mold manufacturer must thoroughly inspect all relevant parts to ensure that everything is in good condition and cleaned and rust-proofed. Then fill out the “Mold Inspection Summary Table”.
16. During the tryout, the injection mold designer, the plastic mold maker and the project engineer responsible for the project should go to the site to analyze and solve the abnormalities occurring during the test, and improve the mold process according to the test results. Fill in the Trial Report.
17. In the 100-150 cycle, the test product has no defects, the production department formulates the production plan, the technician tracks the production process, and feeds the pass rate to the injection mold making department.
18. After tryout, the injection mold making department applies for storage in the form of “mould making application” and “mould making inspection”. At the same time, the test report and the final sample must be sent to the customer for confirmation.
First-rate Mold Solution Company’s main business is product design, mold design and mold engineering. We provide high quality and complete business consulting to all types of plastic product making companies and product developers and product makers around the world. Whether you want to build a new business market, expand your existing business, or just improve your current international business; we can help you. We have extensive experience in product development and mold design and manufacturing, and we can’t wait to serve you!
Manufacturers use a wide range of different molding techniques to create different components and products, including blow molding, compression molding, extrusion molding, and rotational molding. Injection molding is a popular, versatile, and cost-effective method for producing plastic goods. A heated liquid resin is injected into a mold at high speeds so it fills the entirety of the mold (including any crevices or complex shapes). There, it cools and cures into a hardened plastic form before being ejected for finishing, packaging, and shipping. This process can be used with high-volume and low-volume orders of goods varying in size and complexity.
Making a successful injection mold tool is a hugely complex undertaking that require a lot of thought, planning, expertise and labour. The higher the complexity, the more expensive the cost of your mold will be. In this section, we break down the main factors that make up and impact the cost of an injection mold tool.
1. Material Cost
Injection molds are subject to thousands of pounds of pressure every cycle and high levels of heat. As such, the molds need to be made from strong, durable materials that can withstand the harsh operating conditions without deforming. These molds are often made from different grades of steel or aluminium.
The choice of material for the mold will likely depend on the number of parts to be produced. The more parts to be produced, the better and more expensive grade of steel should be used.
2. Mold Construction
Various complex elements are made and assembled together using a range of manual and automated processes to form the injection mold or mold tool to guarantee a reliable and repeatable injection molding process. These components are shaped to tight tolerances using specialist machinery, including CNC machining and EDM (electrical discharge machining), which significantly adds to the cost.
3. Mold Complexity & Aesthetics
Several mold design decisions, such as side pull actions, number of cavities, texturing, multi-material shots, tight tolerances, engraving, undercut features, inserts, etc. will also significantly add to tooling costs. While costly, these design decisions may be a necessity or beneficial in the later stages of the process.
4. Labour Costs
Don’t forget to factor in labour costs. Designing, creating and assembling injection molds is a labour-intensive and complex process that takes time and skill to do correctly. Injection mold builders and designers are highly trained specialists that don’t come cheap. If you cheap out on this, you might have to pay for the costs later on.
A set of high-quality molds requires not only good processing equipment and skilled mold manufacturing workers, but also a very important factor is to have a good mold design, especially for complex molds, quality of mold design accounts for more than 80% of mold quality. An excellent mold design is: on the premise of meeting requirements of customers, processing cost is low, processing difficulty is small, and processing time is short.
To do this, we must not only fully digest customer’s requirements, but also have an understanding of injection molding machine, mold structure, processing technology and mold factory’s own processing capabilities. Therefore, to improve mold design level, following points should be achieved:
1. Understand every detail in each mold design and understand purpose of each part in mold.
2. When designing, refer to similar design before, and understand situation in its mold processing and product production, learn from experience and lessons.
3. Learn more about working process of injection molding machine to deepen relationship between mold and injection molding machine.
4. Visit factory to understand process of processed products, characteristics and limitations of each process.
5. Understand test results and mold changes of molds designed by yourself, and learn lessons.
6. In design, try to use mold structure that was more successful in the past.
7. Learn more about impact of mold water on products.
8. Study some special mold structures and understand latest mold technology.
There are a few factors that you need to take into account while making injection molds. The first is the material you will be using to make the mold. You need to make sure that the material can withstand the heat and pressure that will be exerted on it when the plastic is injected. The other important factor is the design of the mold. You need to make sure that the mold can be easily split apart so that you can remove the product once it is cooled. Finally, you need to make sure that the mold is robust enough to withstand the pressure of the plastic being injected into it.
In today’s manufacturing environment, plastics are being used to make a wide variety of items, and each application requires a special manufacturing process that can mold the part based on its specifications. If you’re looking to manufacture a plastic part, one of the first things you’ll need to determine is the type of molding that would be best for your particular application. we specialize in high volume, custom injection molding. now I provides a brief overview of the 5 different types, their advantages and applications.
Blow Molding – suited for hollow objects, such as bottles
The process follows the basic steps found in glass blowing. A parison (heated plastic mass, generally a tube) is inflated by air. The air pushes the plastic against the mold to form the desired shape. Once cooled, the plastic is ejected.
The blow molding process is designed to manufacture high volume, one-piece hollow objects. If you need to make lots of bottles, this is the process for you. Blow molding creates very uniform, thin walled containers. And, it can do so very economically.
Compression Molding – suited for larger objects such as auto parts
The name of this molding method says everything. A heated plastic material is placed in a heated mold and is then compressed into shape. The plastic can be in bulk but often comes in sheets. The heating process, called curing, insures the final part will maintain its integrity. As with other molding methods, once the part has been shaped, it is then removed from the mold. If sheeting plastic material is used, the material is first trimmed in the mold before the part is removed.
This method of molding is very suitable to high-strength compounds like thermosetting resins as well as fiberglass and reinforced plastics. The superior strength properties of the materials used in compression molding make it an invaluable process for the automotive industry.
Extrusion Molding – suited for long hollow formed applications like tubing, pipes and straws
While other forms of molding uses extrusion to get the plastic resins into a mold, this process extrudes the melted plastic directly into a die. The die shape, not a mold, determines the shape of the final product.
Extrusion molding involves forcing melted plastic through a die into a shape with a fixed cross section. It’s an efficient way to produce many shapes. Since the plastic is melted from a solid form and then resolidified, only thermoplastics can undergo extrusion. The extruded “tubing” is cooled and can be cut or rolled for shipment.
Injection Molding – suited for high-quality, high-volume part manufacturing
Injection molding is by far the most versatile of all injection molding techniques. The presses used in this process vary in size and are rated based on pressure or tonnage. Larger machines can injection mold car parts. Smaller machines can produce very precise plastic parts for surgical applications. In addition, there are many types of plastic resins and additives that can be used in the injection molding process, increasing its flexibility for designers and engineers.
The process itself is fairly straightforward; however, there are many enhancements and customization techniques that can be used to produce the desired finish and structure. Injection molds, which are usually made from steel, contain cavities that will form the parts. Melted plastic is injected into the mold, filling the cavities. The mold is cooled, and the parts are ejected by pins. This process is similar to a jello mold which is filled then cooled to create the final product.
The mold making costs in this method are relatively high; however, the cost per part is very economical. Low part cost along with resin and finish options have all contributed to injection molding’s popularity in today’s manufacturing landscape.
Rotational Molding (Rotomolding) – suited for large, hollow, one-piece parts
This process uses high temperatures and rotational movement to coat the inside of the mold and form the part. The constant rotation of the mold creates centrifugal force forming even-walled products. Because it is ideally suited to large hollow containers, such as tanks, it is not a fast moving process. However, it is a very economical process for particular applications and can be cheaper than other types of molding. Very little material is wasted using this process, and excess material can often be re-used, making it an economical and environmentally viable manufacturing process.
Each type of molding has its strengths and weaknesses. Designers and engineers need to understand these differences and the production options available. There are always several approaches to a final manufacturing solution. The molding company who consults on a specific project should be able to provide additional insights into the applications and materials that are best suited to an individual project.
Your design is finalised. You know the type of plastic needed. You worked out any bugs at the prototyping stage. Now you’re ready to begin manufacturing your part with plastic injection molding
The next step is to make the mold, which is the most expensive part of the process, especially if it is geometrically complex, so you need to make smart decisions. By working with an experienced manufacturer, you can make sure that the mold you create suits your needs and provides return on your investment.
How is the mold made?
Some mold makers use Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. CNC machining uses computers to control the tools so it can make complex molds with accurate details in less time than standard machining. Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) is another process, which applies a voltage between tool and mold that causes spark erosion of the mold surface.
Each have their own advantages and, really, the best option depends on the mould you’re creating. Generally, EDM is a better choice for a complex mold, while CNC machining offers higher accuracy. A good manufacturer should be able to advise you on which option is the most cost-effective for you, while delivering the best results.
What needs to be considered when creating a mold?
During the injection molding process, the material cools before shrinking from a liquid state to a solid. Your mould will need to accommodate this changed state, which is why cavities are scaled up. This allows the plastic to shrink back to the desired size.
Choosing whether your mould should be made from aluminium or steel is also an important decision. Aluminium costs less, but its production life is shorter. However, if your production run is short – and by short, we’re talking around 10,000 units – then it’s an ideal solution.
Modern hard aluminium can give you a longer production life of around 100,000 units or slightly more but only if the mold design is strong and is properly maintained.
For a production run that will last several years and include millions of parts, steel is your best option. It simply lasts longer and carries none of the risks of softer materials. Before you make that investment though, create a prototype with a softer mold, such as those commonly used in short production runs, to make sure the dimensions are correct.
What will a mold cost?
As the saying goes, how long is a piece of string? In addition to the material used, the number of cavities helps determine the cost. The more cavities, the more complex the mould, the more undercuts needed and so on, the costlier it is to make. However, investing the time and costs now will be sure to pay off in the long run if you get it right.
By talking to an expert from the beginning, you can make sure that the mold you create will meet your needs. We are experts at every stage of the process, from concept to manufacturing and distribution, and we can suggest ideas that will make the mold-making process easier and more cost-effective.
what are the good mold manufacturers or suitable for you?
First, you need to find a mold manufacturer that has shown true interest in your project. The ones who always respond to you quickly and provide you very detailed information and with great patience and courtesy. This will take some time to observe.
Second, since you are going to work with a supplier from far away, communication is of critical importance. This does not only include emails, phone communications, but also include to exchange your ideas by words, pictures and videos.
Third, the mold maker needs to be knowledgeable and detail-minded. He should know the key points to get your products done and meet your quality requirements.
With that all being said, it is time to discuss what are the most important things you need to take into account when selecting a good mold manufacturer.
During the injection moulding process, the material cools before shrinking from a liquid state to a solid. Your mould will need to accommodate this changed state, which is why cavities are scaled up. This allows the plastic to shrink back to the desired size.
Choosing whether your mould should be made from aluminium or steel is also an important decision. Aluminium costs less, but its production life is shorter. However, if your production run is short – and by short, we’re talking around 10,000 units – then it’s an ideal solution.
Modern hard aluminium can give you a longer production life of around 100,000 units or slightly more but only if the mould design is strong and is properly maintained.
For a production run that will last several years and include millions of parts, steel is your best option. It simply lasts longer and carries none of the risks of softer materials. Before you make that investment though, create a prototype with a softer mould, such as those commonly used in short production runs, to make sure the dimensions are correct.
As the saying goes, how long is a piece of string? In addition to the material used, the number of cavities helps determine the cost. The more cavities, the more complex the mould, the more undercuts needed and so on, the costlier it is to make. However, investing the time and costs now will be sure to pay off in the long run if you get it right.
By talking to an expert from the beginning, you can make sure that the mould you create will meet your needs. We are experts at every stage of the process, from concept to manufacturing and distribution, and we can suggest ideas that will make the mould-making process easier and more cost-effective.
You might expect the COVID-19 pandemic to be devastating whole segments of manufacturing, and it has. However, some companies, especially those with strong digital presence, have been able to continue to provide high-level support to their customers. they have been able to adapt its digital network and continue to deliver direct support to its customers across the country, whether it be for machine programming, optimization or simulation.
CAM software creates a digital twin of all types of machine tools, including twin-spindle, twin turret, five-axis mill-turn machines, additive/subtractive hybrids, and Swiss-style lathes, among others, including machines used for moldmaking. they deliver edit-free G-code using a digital twin of the CNC machine including part setup, tooling assemblies, and automation.
The digital twin builds an exact representation of the machine tool in the computer. Our solution is to have the user push a button to create the code, just like pushing a button on a computer to print something. It’s a big time-saver. There’s no need to go back and forth editing and re-editing code to get the programming right, Machine tool builders are always coming up with new machine tools. Good ones typically last for 20 years, creating a window of time during which we will support them through changes in controls and post-processing requirements.
Modern mold making is under constant pressure to become even more efficient. On the one hand, manufacturers are being urged to achieve higher productivity. On the other hand, they have to increase the productivity achieved with the mold through higher numbers of cavities and shorter cycle times. These requirements must be met by modern milling machines in terms of speed, stability, dynamics and production reliability as well as with the required constant accuracy.
Complex molds containing cores and cavities with fine details and demanding surface finish requirements for injection molding, blow molding, glass molding or blow molding parts require high accuracy for use in automotive, medical, aerospace, or consumer products. To efficiently make accurate molds, moldmakers are aided by new developments in machines, cutting tools, CAM programming and scanning to shave precious hours and even days from the process.
Some mold makers use Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. CNC machining uses computers to control the tools so it can make complex molds with accurate details in less time than standard machining. Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) is another process, which applies a voltage between tool and mold that causes spark erosion of the mold surface.
Each have their own advantages and, really, the best option depends on the mold you’re creating. Generally, EDM is a better choice for a complex mold, while CNC machining offers higher accuracy. A good manufacturer should be able to advise you on which option is the most cost-effective for you, while delivering the best results.
What needs to be considered when creating a mold?
During the injection moulding process, the material cools before shrinking from a liquid state to a solid. Your mold will need to accommodate this changed state, which is why cavities are scaled up. This allows the plastic to shrink back to the desired size.
Choosing whether your mold should be made from aluminium or steel is also an important decision. Aluminium costs less, but its production life is shorter. However, if your production run is short – and by short, we’re talking around 10,000 units – then it’s an ideal solution.
Modern hard aluminium can give you a longer production life of around 100,000 units or slightly more but only if the mold design is strong and is properly maintained.
For a production run that will last several years and include millions of parts, steel is your best option. It simply lasts longer and carries none of the risks of softer materials. Before you make that investment though, create a prototype with a softer mold, such as those commonly used in short production runs, to make sure the dimensions are correct.
What will a mold cost?
As the saying goes, how long is a piece of string? In addition to the material used, the number of cavities helps determine the cost. The more cavities, the more complex the mold, the more undercuts needed and so on, the costlier it is to make. However, investing the time and costs now will be sure to pay off in the long run if you get it right.
Your design is finalised. You know the type of plastic needed. You worked out any bugs at the prototyping stage. Now you’re ready to begin manufacturing your part with plastic injection moulding
The next step is to make the mould, which is the most expensive part of the process, especially if it is geometrically complex, so you need to make smart decisions. By working with an experienced manufacturer, you can make sure that the mould you create suits your needs and provides return on your investment.
How is the mould made?
Some mould makers use Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. CNC machining uses computers to control the tools so it can make complex moulds with accurate details in less time than standard machining. Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) is another process, which applies a voltage between tool and mould that causes spark erosion of the mould surface.
Each have their own advantages and, really, the best option depends on the mould you’re creating. Generally, EDM is a better choice for a complex mould, while CNC machining offers higher accuracy. A good manufacturer should be able to advise you on which option is the most cost-effective for you, while delivering the best results.
What needs to be considered when creating a mould?
During the injection moulding process, the material cools before shrinking from a liquid state to a solid. Your mould will need to accommodate this changed state, which is why cavities are scaled up. This allows the plastic to shrink back to the desired size.
Choosing whether your mould should be made from aluminium or steel is also an important decision. Aluminium costs less, but its production life is shorter. However, if your production run is short – and by short, we’re talking around 10,000 units – then it’s an ideal solution.
Modern hard aluminium can give you a longer production life of around 100,000 units or slightly more but only if the mould design is strong and is properly maintained.
For a production run that will last several years and include millions of parts, steel is your best option. It simply lasts longer and carries none of the risks of softer materials. Before you make that investment though, create a prototype with a softer mould, such as those commonly used in short production runs, to make sure the dimensions are correct.
What will a mould cost?
As the saying goes, how long is a piece of string? In addition to the material used, the number of cavities helps determine the cost. The more cavities, the more complex the mould, the more undercuts needed and so on, the costlier it is to make. However, investing the time and costs now will be sure to pay off in the long run if you get it right.
In order to make the mould, which is the most expensive part of the process, especially if it is geometrically complex, so you need to make smart decisions. By working with an experienced manufacturer, you can make sure that the mould you create suits your needs and provides return on your investment.
Some mould makers use Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. CNC machining uses computers to control the tools so it can make complex moulds with accurate details in less time than standard machining. Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) is another process, which applies a voltage between tool and mould that causes spark erosion of the mould surface.
Each have their own advantages and, really, the best option depends on the mould you’re creating. Generally, EDM is a better choice for a complex mould, while CNC machining offers higher accuracy. A good manufacturer should be able to advise you on which option is the most cost-effective for you, while delivering the best results.
During the injection moulding process, the material cools before shrinking from a liquid state to a solid. Your mould will need to accommodate this changed state, which is why cavities are scaled up. This allows the plastic to shrink back to the desired size.
Choosing whether your mould should be made from aluminium or steel is also an important decision. Aluminium costs less, but its production life is shorter. However, if your production run is short – and by short, we’re talking around 10,000 units – then it’s an ideal solution.
Modern hard aluminium can give you a longer production life of around 100,000 units or slightly more but only if the mould design is strong and is properly maintained.
For a production run that will last several years and include millions of parts, steel is your best option. It simply lasts longer and carries none of the risks of softer materials. Before you make that investment though, create a prototype with a softer mould, such as those commonly used in short production runs, to make sure the dimensions are correct.
As the saying goes, how long is a piece of string? In addition to the material used, the number of cavities helps determine the cost. The more cavities, the more complex the mould, the more undercuts needed and so on, the costlier it is to make. However, investing the time and costs now will be sure to pay off in the long run if you get it right.
As manufacturing capabilities continue to advance, many industry leaders have weighed in on what’s happening and coming:
In regard to mold demand, Bill Wood from Plastic News states: “Demand for molds can be extremely volatile, but even moderate swings in the overall totals can represent huge hardships for some shops…Some of the indicators I use to generate an outlook for the mold making sector are starting to look like they are at or very near a cyclical bottom. If this is the case, then demand for new molds could start to improve moderately in 2020.
Everyone needs to get more productivity out of their machine tools, and many can’t afford to put on a second or third shift. We see companies installing pallet loaders and those types of systems and set up jobs to run automatically. When it finishes one job, the machine will get the next one. This gives them more hours of production in a day. Productivity is key.
Discussing machine monitoring program improvements in time, You can get lots of data just looking at your iPad and see how the machine is doing… Is the tool still there? If not, use a backup tool or generate an alarm to alert you on your cell phone or iPad. There are many things we can program the machine to do in order to tell you how to fix the problem.
Identifying 2020 trends impacting moldmakers, One trend being seen is manufacturers’ use of durable, temperature- and corrosion-resistant materials. Makers in industries like automotive are using these types of materials—instead of steel—to increase the longevity of components and realize other benefits like lowering the weight of various parts to improve overall fuel efficiency. Furthermore, the use of bio-resins (eco-conscious plastics) continues to gain traction in the plastic injection molding arena since they have a lower impact on the environment than oil or petroleum-based resin without sacrificing their usability. Finally, technology has now evolved that allows plastic makers to mold metals, ceramics, and carbides—in addition to plastics.
Expanding on the last point, some industries are turning to alternatives for part manufacturing. For example, general goods manufacturers are experimenting with bio-resins instead of plastics, while other sectors (e.g., aerospace and automotive) are adopting the use of plastic composites—i.e., plastics imbued with glass, aramid, or carbon fiber fillers that add strength and structural integrity. Among other advantages, these material alternatives may allow for lighter part weight and lower production costs.
Not only is the chemical technology behind plastic alternatives improving, but it’s also quickly becoming a necessity. With the implementation of China’s ban on imports of solid wastes as raw materials. —i.e., the National Sword policy—companies need to create responsible recycling plans.
As five-axis machining machines enter the mold industry, the competition in the mold market will become more and more fierce
Some mould makers use Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. CNC machining uses computers to control the tools so it can make complex moulds with accurate details in less time than standard machining. Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) is another process, which applies a voltage between tool and mould that causes spark erosion of the mould surface.
Each have their own advantages and, really, the best option depends on the mould you’re creating. Generally, EDM is a better choice for a complex mould, while CNC machining offers higher accuracy. A good manufacturer should be able to advise you on which option is the most cost-effective for you, while delivering the best results.
the plastic injection mold making process is not only accurate, it also features great flexibility. It means that it is very easy for us to change the material type as well as the color for our production once we made a mold. also when you want to change the shape of the product, we just need to remove or add some steel to achieve it.
Molds are usually CNC machined out of aluminum or tool steel and then finished to the required standard. Apart from the negative of the part, they also have other features, like the runner system that facilitates the flow of the material into the mold, and internal water cooling channels that aid and speed up the cooling of the part.
If you plan to find a mold supplier in China，you’d need confirmation that the mold-making service can handle the intricacies of the mold you require. The complexity of the plastic part you need directly influences the complexity of the mold. Has the company you’re considering demonstrated that they can handle this type of mold? If not, you’ll probably want to look elsewhere.
You’d need to visit the facility one or more times throughout the life of the project. China is about 7,000 miles from the U.S., making it a lengthy and costly trip. But at the very least, for a small mold-making project, you’d need to be there for at least the last two weeks of production, for tryouts, sampling, and any tooling adjustments that need to be made. Note that you’ll also have to plan for adjustments taking longer than anticipated. If that happens, would you be able to extend your trip, or make another? If not, you may end up with a mold that doesn’t meet your specifications.
So while cost savings can be considerable, all of the above elements need to be in place for you to get a satisfactory mold. If you disregard these elements, you run the risk of selecting a mold that won’t create a good looking plastic part once you begin working with a plastic injection molding service.
Industry 4.0 mold workshop has emerged, a new round of industrial revolution is coming
Despite the decline in demand for products in many industries around the world, the use of plastics remains stable and is expected to grow steadily in the coming years. However, the economic crisis and the high cost of developing injection mold design activities did not help companies. With budget reductions and tightening of cost control measures, outsourcing can be the right choice for difficult times.
Although China has developed rapidly for nearly 40 years, the mold design and manufacturing level has also improved a lot. We still feel that it is the best choice to commission China’s mold technology service companies to help their projects complete manufacturing in China.
Outsourcing plastic injection molding allows you to transfer your money to the development business while maintaining high quality product and process standards. From the early low-end outsourcing service providers, China has come a long way. Today, it has become a leading outsourcing service provider for a variety of industries, including manufacturing and mechanical engineering.
Another concept to consider is to ask the designer to review the tool drawings with the supplier to eliminate confusion about size and tolerance. After final approval of the design and price, the supplier and customer will coordinate the timeline and find ideas on how to simplify the manufacturing process. One must eliminate unnecessary delays and establish a clear understanding of what is expected at the beginning of the manufacturing process.
Communication is a very important issue. Many people still like face-to-face communication, but when dealing with customers around the world, this is impossible. Isn’t the global video conference great? We can discuss orders face-to-face while holding parts or samples in our hands, which will greatly increase productivity.
As a manufacturer and seller of consumer electronics, we have benefited from your mold technology alliance
Indeed, because of the variety of molds, the product structure is also changing. It is necessary to establish mould manufacturing alliance
Now it’s time to build a mould manufacturing alliance! Because the era of solo development is over. We need to develop together
intelligent equipment and internet technology will create Globalization of mold manufacturing process.
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Intelligence technology and numerical control technology are widely used in mold manufacturing, manufacturing concept is changing
Mould manufacturing industry is very important for Auto industry
Intelligence technology and numerical control technology will become more popular in the field of mould manufacturing
your mold manufacturing concept is very good, I think you can make moulds for us, I will contact you after christmas holiday
thanks for your trust, we are waiting for you come back to work!
Numerical control and intelligent technology has been widely used in mould manufacturing
your mold manufacturing concept is very good
it seems that you have very good manufacturing concept in mold manufacturing
Thank you for sharing your mold manufacturing concept
your company is a real professional mold company
I perfer to believe Practical Working experience in manufacturing
you have a good manufacturing concept in mold
your manufacturing concept in mold is very good!
I appreciate your manufacturing concept
The concept of mould manufacturing is very important， it seems that you do that well
CAD/CAM/CAE technology is widely used in mould manufacturing,The accuracy and efficiency of mould manufacturing is higher and higher
Mould manufacturing is becoming more and more intelligent, I don’t know whether this is a good news or bad news
I believe that your company has an excellent mold manufacturing team
Your blog persuaded us, we decide to have a try
we got all the moulds you made for us, I find your CNC processing technology is very good
after reading these comments on this page, I decide to have a try. you know, every year, our new projects need to make a lot of moulds
your mold manufacturing idea is perfect
very good idea in mold manufacturing
we trust your company, since 2009, we have done so many offshore mold projects together, Here I call for more company which need to do moulds to cooperate with you, this company is really good
thank you so much for your surpport, Your trust is our motivation, Customer success is our constant goal
you really did many good moulds for us, last month we got all the moulds you sent, now they are working very well in our molding shop, in July, we will have new projects, I still wish we can do them together:-) thank again
you ideal in mold manufacturing is very good! but I still think Manual operation technique is still very important
maybe your ideal in mold manufacturing is very great!
your mold manufacturing ideal is very good.
your ideal for mold manufacturing is very good!
Hello, your company equipped many good equipments, I believe that you can do a good job!
Hello! I agree your concept in mold manufacturing
it seems that you have rich experience in mould making
I appreciate your mould manufacturing concept
Your idea in mould design and manufacture is worth of our learning
Your mould manufacturing concept is advanced
you have a good manufacturing idea in mold manufacturing
your manufacturing concept is still advance
compare with equipment, experience is more important
more and more new technology are used into mold manufacturing
a lot of advanced manufacturing technology are truly used for mould manufacturing
Your team is very professional
The use of the numerical control equipment promotes the development of the mould industry
almost every product need to make mould
A large number of numerical control equipment is merely a necessary condition
for mold manufacturing, in my opinion, Practical experience is more important than equipment
it seems that you have an excellent mold manufacturing team
I think your advantage is your technology and experience in mold design and manufacturing
it depends on your products, maybe different mold company has different making experience
I think your advantage is your experience, instead of your equipment
Superior equipments can not decide everything
it seems that you have an excellent team in mold design and manufacturing
Excellent equipments are the essential condition of making a perfect mould
I always believe no superior equipment， no good mould
I wish you can share some mold manufacturing experience if it is possible, and we can discuss each other, maybe I want too much!
Five-axis NC machine tools greatly improve production efficiency
In the process of modern mould manufacturing, numerical control equipments are used more and more
more and more numerical control equipments are used in our mould making
Easy to add new equipments, but not easy to cultivate a high-quality staff
No matter how excellent your equipments are, excellent workers are still very important
Excellent engineers and workers with excellent equipments can make excellent molds
I think you should add some four or five axis axis numerical control equipments，that would be fine
I insist that experience is very important for mould manufacturing
I think the moulds from Japan and Germany are very good in quality, but the quotation is very high
I’m facing many of these issues, I understood your blog very well, Regardless of how you use numerical control equipment, the experience is still very important
Russia’s moulds are quite different with yours
Numerical control equipment will make the dimensional accuracy of a mold higher and higher
for a mold production, the production process of Numerical control is not enough.
I know there are a lot of mold companies like this in china, the moulds they do are really fine and the mould price is also reasonable
it seems that most of your mould manufacturing equipments are made in Japan
After browsing your website, I seem to feel your engineer technical level is better than your equipment
Superior equipment and excellent staff can do a good job. of course, coupled with good management
in UAE, Mould industry technical level is relatively backward, Compared with the industrial powers
Details determines the quality of mould, it seems that you understand it!
it seems that Your business is good, Wow! there are so many moulds in your workshop
We want to form strategic alliances with you, I sent all our company informations to you and hope to achieve a win-win situation
are you good at the mold of Transmission gears? If you can do, we will establish a long-term partnership
please send all their design data and relevant informations to us.
now We need to find a mold maker for our project, I mean some of mold are gas-assisted mold, I am not sure if you can do or not
yes! we can. please send their design data to us
in my opinion, it is impossible to make a good mould just by CNC equipment
I believe that you can help us to do some projects, because of your manufacturing concept. I will contact you.
Hi it seems that we can do some project together, because our manufacturing ability can match your requirement, I will tell our CEO
it seems that the manufacturing ideal of your company is very special, but sounds good, it will need an professional team to make sure the whole process works
it seems that Your company allied many other companies to meet different customer’s requirement, that is a great ideal. mutual benefit, exchange of needed goods
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