Hot Runners
Initial Pellet Contact is the Screw
Here’s what every moldmaker should know about an injection molding machine’s reciprocating screw, which is often misunderstood and applied to the process incorrectly.
Read MoreNo More Cooling Required
Moldmakers and molders can increase mold uptime using today’s cooling-free valve gate actuators.
Read MorePlastic Injection Molding Starts with the Pellet
This is the first article in a new series that will examine the injection molding process by breaking down the path a plastic pellet takes as it is transformed from Pellet 2 Part. It covers what every moldmaker should know about raw materials, including the fundamentals of viscosity curves, Melt Flow Index, Melt Flow Rate, shear and more.
Read MoreUnderstanding Hot Tip Design
Alternative designs are available that will either eliminate or dramatically reduce skewing the flow of plastic.
Read MoreTool Up with Rapid Heat/Cool Technology
A rapid heating and cooling technique using pressurized water solves sink, weld line and discoloration problems.
Read MoreHot Runner Running Efficiently?
Follow these tips to set up your system and keep it running smoothly.
Read MoreWhat's "Cool" at amerimold?
Well, the new CoolCross Z99/ for one, which opens up a range of completely new possibilities for the designer when it comes to designing cooling systems for injection molds. This technology is on display on the show floor in a special setup with plexiglass and water to show the CoolCross live.
Read MoreTaking Control Over the Molding Process
How to gain better control over the molding process and solve common part defects.
Read MoreHot Runner Design Considerations
Evaluating system design can help avoid potential problems down the road.
Read MoreAchieving Accurate Temperature Control with Your Hot Runner Controller
The right hot runner controller is key to producing high-quality, complex medical parts.
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