processing tips

Dimensional Stability After Molding: Part 1

The degree to which molded parts shrink as they cool is largely dependent upon the composition of the material being processed.

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best practices

How Gravimetric Control Systems Pay Off in Blow Molding

Gravimetric control systems offer blow molders improvements in processing efficiencies above and beyond their ability to regulate resin usage.

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Working with Color Concentrates

Industry needs more development of enhanced-mixing screws.

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Micromolding

Secrets of Success in Micro Molding

Medical-device, electronics, and biopharmaceutical manufacturers need new micro-molded products to create tinier, less invasive, and/or space-saving micro devices.

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Improve Profits by Graphing Injection Pressure

Graphing is a powerful aid in optimizing the process and troubleshooting both process and machine issues.

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Working with Color Concentrates

Perhaps the greatest difficulty involving the use of color concentrates is specifying them appropriately for the material to which they are being added.

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processing tips

Five Cases Where Microcellular Foaming Paid Off

The MuCell process for producing microcellular injection molded parts is used and accepted globally as a technology option for providing a more dimensionally stable part through a reduction in residual stress, along with increased productivity versus solid injection molded parts.

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processing tips

Get Better at Multi-Material Molding

Since each multi-material application is unique, there’s no standard best method for success. Each molding solution must be tailored to meet the needs of the final product.

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best practices

‘Back to Basics’ Fuels More Innovation at Thin-Gauge Former

Shift from private to capital ownership give Tray-Pak a boost.

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Sheet Extrusion

Looking into Photovoltaic Film? Here Are Material & Die-Design Insights

The market for high-tech film or sheet used in solar modules represents a considerable opportunity for specialty extrusion processors looking to expand into high-end industries and capitalize on the global shift toward alternative energy.

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