Injection Molding
Fakuma 2023: Wittmann Battenfeld Expands All-Electric Line, Direct-Current Capabilities
Wittmann Battenfeld will introduce the new EcoPower B8X injection molding machine line and show direct current as an energy source for a concept machine that will power its own robot.
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Leading Molding, Moldmaking Conferences Combine
After successfully introducing a combined conference for moldmakers and injection molders in 2022, Plastics Technology and MoldMaking Technology are once again joining forces for a tooling/molding two-for-one.
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Processor Turns to AI to Help Keep Machines Humming
At captive processor McConkey, a new generation of artificial intelligence models, highlighted by ChatGPT, is helping it wade through the shortage of skilled labor and keep its production lines churning out good parts.
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Water Temperature Control Upgraded and Integrated into Machine Control
Engel’s new eco-flomo temperature control system continuously monitors injection mold cooling and temperature control circuits, displaying pressure, temperature and flow rate values.
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Fakuma 2023: Arburg Extends Hybrid Range, Introduces New Service
Arburg will have nine exhibits on its own stand and another 10 machines on partner stands with live demonstrations of applications, processes and trends in injection molding and 3D printing.
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Fakuma 2023: Configurable Control Units and Linear Actuators for Injection Molds
Servomold will introduce a new generation of control units for servo drives and a new series of actuators for the execution of linear movements in injection molds.
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KraussMaffei Nears Completion of Corporate Headquarters Move
The 185-yr old German maker of plastics processing machinery is shifting to a more than 200,000-m2 greenfield site in Parsdorf.
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The Cost of High Employee Turnover in Injection Molding: Why Retention Matters
Starting in molding in 1993 and clocking in for nearly every job on the floor over the intervening decades, I’ve seen all sides of the hiring, training and retention process in the industry. Here are my thoughts on how to keep your most important asset — your people.
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Line of Locating Ring Adapters Expanded
Hasco has added four new sizes to its Z7500/... locating ring adapters, which enable accurate installation of injection molds.
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Hot Runners: Truths. Myths, Overlooked Areas: Part 2
Here’s a view from the trenches of a tooling manager who, over 30 years, has experienced the joys and pains of using virtually every type of hot runner on the market. Part 2.
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