Tooling

At NPE: 3D Printed Molds

UV photopolymer produces short-run cavity inserts.

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Mold Maintenance

Heavy-Duty Ultrasonic Cleaning for Molds

Learn how much power it takes to clean dirty molds.

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Molds & Tooling

Haidlmair Adds Canadian Subsidiary

Large Austrian moldmaker gains a manufacturing location in North America.

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Molds & Tooling

Mold Cleaner Works Fast

Said to have unmatched effectiveness in removing rust, oxidation, weld discoloration, resin outgassing stains, and other mold buildup without scrubbing.

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Automotive

INJECTION MOLDING AT NPE: Molding Exhibits Show Off Cell Integration with Multiple Processes & Operations

If you’re interested in lightweight composites, IML, LSR, multi-shot, inmold assembly, barrier coinjection, micromolding, variotherm molding, foams, energy-saving presses, robots, hot runners, and tooling—they’re all here in force.

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Make Water Treatment Part of Your Process-Cooling Program

Dirty, rusty, smelly water can wreak havoc with even the most meticulous process-cooling program. Here’s how to make sure your water is up to the task.

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For Better Warpage Simulation, Consider the Whole Molding Process

Which way will it warp, and how much? To get an accurate prediction, you have to look at the whole mold and the whole process, over several cycles.

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processing tips

TOOLING: What You Can Do About Mold Buildup

It depends on the materials and additives you use, and the kinds of mold detail, but adequate venting, not overheating the material, and mold coatings are your best defenses.

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PET Processing

A Challenger Tackles Coinjection For Barrier PET Preforms

Barrier PET containers for beverages, sauces, and other sensitive products become more cost-effective through more efficient use of expensive barrier resins.

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Thermoforming

Five Steps Toward Better Plug Assists

With careful planning and adherence to best practices, crafting the right plug assist can put you on the path to high-quality, repeatable parts.

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Plastics Size Reduction