LIM & LSR Molding

Nolato Group Acquires GW Plastics

The Vermont headquartered injection molding, moldmaking and contract manufacturing firm founded in 1955 becomes part of the global, publicly traded Swedish conglomerate.

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Fakuma Show Goes On (Digitally) for Wittmann Battenfeld

Self-contained inline scrap integration; medical, LSR, and packaging Cells; an MES Upgrade and more to be introduced virtually.

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Simulation Software Speeds Mask Development

Sigma Engineering partnered with Arburg and others to expedite the design and optimization of a molded LSR mask, using simulation to determine mold setup, filling calculations and thermal layout in 24 hours.

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M.R. Mold & Engineering Completes Move to Larger Location

The California mold maker that specializes in tooling for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) completed the move into a new 23,000-ft2 space on March 31 amidst the coronavirus crisis.

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California Moldmaker Remains Open During Coronavirus Shelter in Place Order

M.R. Mold & Engineering, after consulting legal counsel, has determined its work is in support of “critical manufacturing”, which is exempt from the edict.

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Coping with Coronavirus: Waiting for Machinery Deliveries?

Probably best to keep in touch with your vendor to learn how it's dealing with the crisis.

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GW Plastics Expands Silicone Business

Investment of $2 million includes equipment and an expanded cleanroom.

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Tessy to Expand Upstate New York Facility

The injection molding contract manufacturer will invest $20 million to expand its South Plant in Elbridge by 100,000 ft2.

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Blow Molding

Injection Molding: Faster, Smarter, More Efficient Machines Tackle Sustainable Molding at K 2019

Blazing speed plus shrinking energy consumption supported the “green” theme at the big show. Smarter controls and growing connectivity were another key focus.

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Materials: New Self-Bonding LSR for Overmolding onto PC, PBT

Primerless adhesion of Momentive’s new LSR to PC and polyesters will be demonstrated at K 2019.

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Plastics Size Reduction