Injection Molding
Understanding Fountain Flow in Injection Molding
The phenomenon of fountain flow affects almost every aspect of the molded product — starting with filling, extending to pack and hold, and ultimately manifesting in part defects like bubbles and voids.
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Caplugs Expands European Manufacturing and Service Presence
The Buffalo, N.Y. based producer of standard caps, plugs and protective component has acquired Polykap srlas and its San Marino production facility.
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Three Keys to Managing a Successful Tool Transfer
How to effectively manage a tool transfer despite rundown tools, an outdated automation system and difficult materials.
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The Changing Nature of Injection Molding
As the industry enters a new year, it stands at the crossroads of global events that will change many aspects of injection molding in indelible ways—many of which are positive.
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Tide Rock Acquires Plastic Molding Technology
The holding company acquired the El Paso, Tx. based custom injection molder which marks its 49th anniversary in 2022.
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Absolute Names New VP of Sales
Absolute Group, which includes Absolute Haitian and Absolute Robot, promoted Sherman McGinnis to be its VP of sales.
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Part Feasibility Studies
CAE Services has analyzed tens of thousands of plastic injection molds, completing part feasibility studies including and moving beyond Moldflow simulation.
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Cranes for Easier, Safer Mold Changes
Globeius’ GT cranes can replace forklifts in molding facilities for easier tool changes.
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Array of Plasticizing Components Displayed
Zeiger Industries will bring screw-tip assemblies, screws, plug-and-play LSR kits and more to the PTXPO.
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High-Speed All-Electric Machine Line Launches
Korea’s LS Mtron will introduce the ONE*-E series with five sizes—120, 140, 190, 310, and 390 tons—with plans to introduce four more models later this year.
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