Injection Molding
In-Mold Labeling Catching on in North America
Already a familiar sight on European store shelves, the eye-catching appeal of "IML" is gaining traction among North American injection molders. The latest tooling and automation designs can handle the higher volumes needed here.
Read MoreLaser Scanning Pinpoints Shrinkage Problems in Record Time
A faster way to measure part surface dimensions helped injection molder Hy-Ten Plastics to quickly identify and correct geometries in its tooling that spawned problem parts.
Read MoreNew Process Combinations Extend Injection Molding's Capabilities
A new tooling and process concept that seeks better control over multi-cavity molding, and another that achieves new capabilities with novel blends of multiple process technologies were themes presented in papers at the 22nd Colloquium held by the Institute of Plastics Processing (IKV) in Aachen, Germany.
Read MoreK 2004 News Preview: Injection Molding
The diversity of electric machines will be on display at this year’s show, with several new all-electric versions in direct-drive and belt-driven versions.
Read MoreAll-Electric, Automated and Super-Efficient
The goal was to handle more different parts and materials and higher production volumes with fewer people and less inventory and floor space than any other plant in the company.
Read More3D Printers Lead Growth of Rapid Prototyping
Bringing rapid prototyping capabilities in-house is becoming a reality for many plastics manufacturers, thanks to more affordable, faster, and easy-to-use 3D printers.
Read MoreFlambeau Finds the Right Balance of Custom & Proprietary Molding
Flambeau Corp.'s most famous product is the Duncan yo-yo.
Read MoreStrength and Beauty - New Nylons Bring Both To Under-Hood Parts
Usage of polyamides in U.S. under-hood parts could double in the next decade if nylon 6 and 66 follow European trends toward large panels that not only protect but beautify the engine compartment.
Read MoreAll-Electric and Hybrid Presses Hum at Osaka Plastics Show
The latest developments in all-electric and hybrid injection molding machines from several Japanese OEMs made their debut at Platex Osaka, a triennial show held in April in Osaka, Japan.
Read MoreHow Urgent Plastic Services Lives Up To Its Name
If you need prototype or short-run parts fast, Urgent Plastic Services can make the mold and the parts in as little as two to four weeks instead of the 10- to 12-week average for other firms.
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