Hot Runners
Don't Get Burned ... with the Wrong Hot Runner System
The type of hot runner system you put in your mold will impact performance as much as the engine in your car determines how you’ll drive and how many headaches you’ll have down the road. Here are five questions to ask that may help ease the decision-making process.
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Benefits of the Internal Valve Gate
Not everyone is familiar with how internal valve gate nozzles work and when to use them.
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Amerimold 2017: Plastics Exhibitors Promoted Products, Too
Amerimold had it all this year—or should I say it had MORE than ever before. While metalworking tools, materials and systems reigned supreme, the plastics side of the equation was also well represented.
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SLIDESHOW: The Final Countdown to Amerimold
It’s Amerimold Eve! Our exhibitors are assembling and putting final touches on their booth displays today and there are so many new companies – plus familiar companies who have something new to show attendees. Amerimold 2017 is not to be missed.
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SLIDESHOW: Technology Showcase, Amerimold Product Showcase (4)
Here at MMT, the excitement is building and we’re putting finishing touches on all things moldmaking so that attendees will get the most out of every aspect.
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SLIDESHOW: Technology Showcase, Amerimold Product Showcase
This is our industry’s show, and this week we bring you yet more previews of what you can expect to find as you walk the aisles of the biggest Amerimold Expo yet.
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Technology Tuesday: Hot Runners and Mold Components
This week’s Tech Tuesday blog brings readers a review of several products announced during the last few weeks, namely hot runner and mold componentry.
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Optimize High-Performance Polymer Molding
When molding high-temperature resins, direct gating with a hot runner system can save molders time and money.
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Advanced Thermal Control
Integrating heating and cooling into the mold helps improve injection-molding control and flexibility.
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Slideshow, Technology Showcase: Molds and Molding
Last month I was able to escape a nasty winter storm by heading to the warm west coast where many mold builders, molders and technology suppliers set up shop to show off their capabilities.
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