Mold Components
Understanding Self-Lubricating Components
Recognizing that they are essentially conventional components with lubricant added in the form of graphite will help the molder realize their significant benefits.
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SLIDESHOW: Technology Showcase, After K
By all accounts K 2016 was a success. According to show management, attendees were delighted with the wealth of new technical developments presented by raw materials producers, machinery manufacturers and producers of semi-finished and technical parts. Here are some technology highlights.
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Throwback Thursday: Mold Side-Actions
Demands for improved quality, lower costs, shorter production times and increased part complexity persist, so this two-part series on thinking "outside of the box" when it comes to side-action methods is still very relevant.
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Cooling of the Sprue
Using conformal cooling in sprue bushing design may be one solution for reducing cycle times.
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Technology Showcase: Mold Components and Surface Treatment
Today’s Technology Showcase features products you may have missed in recent issues.
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Improving Ejector Plate Alignment
An alignment system can provide a more reliable mold by reducing wear on the moving ejector components.
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2016 Digital "Technology Review and Sourcing Guide" Available
If it's time to upgrade old equipment, try an alternative process, invest in a new strategy or just shop around, MoldMaking Technology’s annual Technology Review and Sourcing Guide is the perfect companion to your decision-making process.
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Simplifying Mold Design
Self-locking cylinders enable movement of sliding cores without the need for heel blocks or additional cylinders. This allows for a smaller mold base, less complex mold design and reduced material costs.
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The Designer's Edge: Cleaning and Maintaining the Mold in the Press
Randy discusses cleaning and maintaining the mold in the press to reduce downtime.
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Designer's Edge: Hydraulics for Slides, Ejection or Cores
Randy discusses tips and tricks for avoiding mold downtime when it comes to hydraulics for slides, ejection or cores and hot runner plugs or connections.
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