best practices
Overfeeding Can Cause Surges, Too
Surging can be caused by feed restrictions, as covered in another column, and also by over-feeding or under-melting, discussed here.
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Sustainability Is Not a Buzzword For Thin-Gauge Thermoformer
At a time when many processors either pay lip service to environmental concerns or hope the “greenwashing” zealots will grow weary and turn their attention elsewhere, Dordan Manufacturing Co. Inc. leaves no stone unturned in an effort to get the truth out about plastics and the environment.
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Micro Molder & Mold Maker Succeeds by Specializing
How small is small? How small is micro? How about parts weighing as little as 0.00012 g and measuring no more than 0.038 in. (1 mm) long?
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Why Non-Return Valves Leak
We all recognize that the non-return valve is a problem. The question is where is the research to figure out how to correct this so we have a better shot at making more consistent parts
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Solving Feed-Related Surging
Understanding the causes of surging can help troubleshoot and correct it.
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On Site: Growth Through Innovation in Medical Tubing
By focusing on high-tech, quick-turnaround, turnkey solutions, Putnam Plastics has grown into a leader in the field of medical extrusion.
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These are overlooked components that can cost you thousands.
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On-Site: 'Productive' Is More Than A Name For This Efficient Thermoformer
This processor was ahead of the game by offering value added solutions to clients, then widened the gap further by employing lean management techniques.
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Tips and Techniques: How MedPlast Became a Multi-Shot Specialist
It started in a garage and evolved into a multi-plant, $100 million operation that holds particular expertise in multi-shot molding.
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Tips and Techniques: How to Mold & Extrude Using Chemical Foaming Agents
Here are some tips and techniques for extruders and injection molders to refer to when using CFAs.
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