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MMT Ask the Expert: How to Optimize System and Hot Runner Balance

In the first portion of our “Ask the Expert” series, Husky’s Sheldon Alexander answers some frequently asked questions on the fundamentals of system and hot runner balance and how to overcome challenges. This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision.

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This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision.

System balance is vital in optimizing an injection molding process and can be the limiting factor in producing high-quality parts from every cavity. In this video, Husky’s Sheldon Alexander answers some frequently asked questions on the fundamentals of system and hot runner balance and how to overcome challenges. In addition, he’ll discuss the impact of shot size, considerations for high cavitation stack molds and recent part design trends.

 

About Sheldon Alexander:

Sheldon Alexander

Sheldon is a Hot Runners and Controllers Business Manager at Husky. He has over 20 years of global industry experience, traveling the world to help optimize injection molding applications for customers in over 40 countries. He has experience managing highly skilled teams in quality assurance and aftermarket support. Sheldon also holds several patents in the industry with specific expertise in Hot Runners. Feel free to contact Sheldon at:  802-233-6737 or via email at salexand@husky.ca

 

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction

0:22 If there is an issue with part quality how do you check if it correlates to system balance?

1:19 What impact does shot size have on system balance?

1:56 Does Husky provide guarantees on system balance?

2:18 High cavitation stack molds and system balance

3:03 Recent part design trends that have created challenges with system balance

This episode is brought to you by Husky, Melt to Mold Precision. 

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