This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision.
Hot runners offer multiple enhancements to the injection molding process, such as improved quality and performance. In this video, Husky’s Derrick Hennebicque will share how to maximize the benefits of your hot runners by focusing on critical performance criteria and looking at hot runner impact on part quality. He’ll also discuss key maintenance practices for hot runner systems that help molders operate at optimal performance levels and recommended procedures that minimize downtime and extend the life of your hot runners and controllers.
About Derrick:
Derrick Hennebicque is Hot Runner Product Manager for Husky Technologies™, and is currently responsible for new product launches, specialty applications, and product portfolio management. With over 20 years of experience in manufacturing and plastics applications, he specializes in hot runner technology and injection molding. Derrick lives in Vermont and holds a degree in plastics engineering technology from Pennsylvania State University’s Behrend College. Feel free to contact Derrick at: (802) 859-8061 or via email at dhennebi@husky.ca.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:23 The different valve gate actuation types
5:08 Key performance criteria of a hot runner system
9:16 Examples of how hot runner tech has affected part quality 14:20 Best time to PM a hot runner system
18:07 What is Husky doing to extend maintenance intervals
This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision.
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