Multicomponent

New Event Serves Injection Molding Industry in Mexico

Plastics Technology México will launch a new two-day conference and exhibit this September in Querétaro focused on injection molding.

Read More
screws

K 2016 Injection Molding: Rapid Pace of Development

Servo drives dominate. Other trends include multitouch screens, adding materials data to process controls, and Industry 4.0 connectivity.

Read More

Video: Peter Neumann's Exit Interview

After 35 years (and 12 K Shows), Engel's Dr. Peter Neumann retired on Dec. 1, handing over the family held company to the next generation—his nephew.

Watch
PET Processing

11th Hour Extension to Proposed Lockout/Tagout Rule Changes

Deadline extended from Jan. 1 to Jan. 4, 2017 as stakeholders weigh the potential impact on injection machine maintenance and mold changes.

Read More
Multicomponent

MGS Combines Multishot and Automation Businesses into New, Combined Space

Walking distance from its corporate headquarters in Germantown, Wisc., MGS Mfg. Group has opened a 40,000-ft2 space that combines its automation cell and modular multimaterial molding systems ´óÏó´«Ã½es.

Read More
Automotive

New Culture, New Capabilities, New Challenges

Over the last few years, Henkel has not only transformed what its Richmond facility does, but also altered how it operates in terms of culture.

Read More
best practices

Two-Shot Molding and Tool Design

There are a few variations of the two-shot molding process, and each has implications for tool design.

Read More
Multicomponent

Bicycle Saddle Can Be Locally Reinforced From One Shot to the Next

At K 2016, IKV to demonstrate production of a sports bicycle saddle molded from LGF-PP foams bolstered by UD laminates, with visitors able to personalize parts.

Read More
Multicomponent

A Molder’s Plea: Let’s Standardize Controllers

P,R,N,D is a standard for any automatic-transmission vehicle, regardless of who makes it. It isn’t so simple when it comes to injection molding machines. From manufacturer to manufacturer you will see little to no continuity in controller layout, icons, or even terminology.

Read More
Multicomponent

Moldmaker Branches Out With New Services & Technologies

NyproMold offers new development tooling program and the latest in servo drives, enhanced cooling, and CT scanning.

Read More
Blending & Dosing
Process Cooling