Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 31, 2014

This article series will review (1) raw material; (2) the melt delivery system: screw, valve and end cap; (3) hot and cold runner systems; (4) hot runner controllers; (5) mold cooling optimized by design; (6) plant water system impact on performance; (7) new and innovative mold cooling technologies; and (8) automated part handling.

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Mold Making Technology

APRIL 10, 2025

Managing thermal expansion differences is crucial in high-temperature injection molding. Steel guide pins and bushings expand less than the surrounding aluminum mold, risking misalignment and mold damage. However, that does not mean there are no legitimate issues concerning the use of aluminum versus steel for injection molds.

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Additive Manufacturing

MARCH 13, 2023

There are several key considerations when starting your own service bureau and this article will include insights from several veterans and newcomers. Leverage the strengths of your organization and combine them with your own personal/professional skill sets to get a better idea of what you bring to the table.

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Foley

JULY 11, 2023

Agility and resiliency remain essential attributes for manufacturers in 2023. Manufacturers are no longer focused on figuring out when things will return to “normal.” ” Instead, they are applying lessons learned from the past few years to evolve their operations to succeed in this “new normal.”

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