Surface Treatment

Diamond-Like Carbon Mold Coatings for Increased Durability

Hardness, wear resistance, deposition temperature and uniformity are the main elements to consider when choosing a coating for mold components.

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Basics

Five Steps to Polish an Aluminum Mold

In time and with practice, each polisher will develop his or her own tricks and short cuts.

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Choosing and Using The Right Mold Cleaners, Part 2

Knowing the requirements of offline and online cleaners yields cleaner molds.

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Automotive

Selective Plating of Mold Surfaces Extends Life and Reduces Repair Costs

Wear and tear on molds and the need for repairs are a regular cost of doing business for plastic and metal molders. However, costs can be drastically reduced through selective plating without removing the tooling from a machine.

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Corrosion Control: A Guide to Proper Mold Care

If you have not set up a proactive mold maintenance program, your facility runs efficiently only until the next major problem or repair.

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Basics

Process Produces Anti-Adhesion Coating Directly in the Mold

A new plasma coating displaces chemical release agents or durable coatings in injection molding and regenerates inside the mold.

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It Is What It Is, But What Is It?

With the right tools and experience, a mold can be plated and maintained with confidence no matter where it originated or what materials were used to build it.

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Strategic Partnerships Solidify Automotive Niche

To further strengthen its reputation as a leading innovator in the marketplace, Proper has recently formed strategic alliances with German company KrausMaffei and Woburn, MA-based Trexel Inc.—two vastly different organizations with their own specialties.

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Selection Process for Stainless Mold Steels

Successful production of plastic components associated with the extrusion, injection and compression molding greatly depends on the mold material selection.

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Today's Tools for Tomorrow's Technology Leaders

As you investigate investment in capital equipment, training, services, or a myriad of other technology items, turn to this guide for assistance.

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