All Electric & Hybrid Machines

What's New at the Show in INJECTION MOLDING

At the big “K” Show next month, top billing goes to new all-electric machines aimed at every segment of the market, from general-purpose to high-end.

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'Fractional Ownership' Makes Rapid Prototyping More Affordable

A collaboration between 3D Systems Corp., Rock Hill, S.C., and two-year old rapid-prototyping service bureau Tangible Express in Springville, Utah, has spawned a novel fractional-ownership program in manufacturing.

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3D Molding Simulation Growing in Accuracy & Capabilities

New developments in 3D simulation can handle processes like gas assist, coinjection, and multi-shot molding and add features like birefringence prediction.

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Dual-Cure PUR Coatings Boost Performance Of In-Mold Decorating Films

A new version of in-mold decorating technology, developed initially for exterior auto body components, uses dual-cure coating technology to provide a paint film that is both stretchable for good thermoformability and also provides the high gloss and durability of conventional paints.

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Multicomponent

New Injection Machines and Processes To Debut at K 2007

A brand-new line of all-electric machines priced on par with comparable hydraulic presses and the first public demonstration of insert molding RFID chips into plastic parts will be two highlights of the Engel display at the mammoth K 2007 show in Dusseldorf, Germany, this October.

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Husky to Buy Moldflow Unit

Moldflow Corp., Framingham, Mass., has agreed to sell its Manufacturing Solutions Div. to Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd., Bolton, Ont.

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Demag Ceases Press Building in Ohio

This month, Demag Plastics Group of Germany will end building of injection machines at the former Van Dorn facility in Strongsville, Ohio.

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New Machinery and Processes for Thermosets, LSR Foam and Moldable Leather

A new small vertical press for insert molding and a new BMC stuffer were rolled out by Arburg GmbH + Co.

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New Screw Design for Long-Glass Microcellular Foam Molding

A combination of microcellular foam molding and long-glass fibers offers new potential for injection molding to penetrate large structural automotive parts such as door-module carriers, brackets, and front-end systems.

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Moldflow Quitting Hot Runners and Shop-Floor Products

Moldflow Corp., Framingham, Mass., has decided to focus on its CAE Design Analysis Solutions ´óÏó´«Ã½ and sell off its Manufacturing Solutions Div.

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Plastics Size Reduction