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John Wesley Hyatt experimented with various materials, such as celluloid, rubber, and metal, and developed a machine that could heat and inject them into a mold --- today's injection molding machine. This invention paved way for further developments in the area, such as the use of different types of plastics, the improvement of mold design and machine efficiency, and the application of the process to various industries and products! Hashtags: #Trivia #DidYouKnow #InjectionMolding #InjectionMoldingFacts #Plastics #PlasticIndustry #PlasticIndustryFacts #PlasticTrivia

The alcohol abrasion wear testing machine simulates continuous friction of the material surface with solvents such as alcohol to evaluate the wear resistance of the material. #moldbao #injectionmolding #moldmaking #molddesign #molding #simulaitons #manufacturing #moldmanufacturing #MedicalDevice #Automotive #AutomotiveInterior #Industry

✅ Best Practices to Reduce Mold Changeover Time Implement SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die): Organize Tools and Components: Ensure all necessary tools, components, and equipment are readily available and organized before starting the changeover. Standardize Procedures: Develop and follow standardized procedures for mold changes to minimize downtime. Use Quick Mold Change Systems: Magnetic Clamping: Utilize magnetic clamping systems for faster and safer mold installation and removal. Automated Systems: Invest in automated mold change systems to streamline the process. Train and Optimize Workforce: Skilled Personnel: Ensure that operators and technicians are well-trained in mold changeover procedures. Team Coordination: Effective communication and coordination among team members can reduce changeover time. Pre-Heat Molds: Pre-Heating Stations: Use pre-heating stations for the new mold to minimize heating time once the mold is installed in the machine. Regular Maintenance: Preventive Maintenance: Regularly maintain molds and machines to prevent issues that could extend changeover times. By optimizing these factors and investing in appropriate technology and training, companies can significantly reduce mold changeover times, thereby improving overall productivity and efficiency in the injection molding process.

How long does it take to change mold in #injection molding process? Watch the whole mold unclamping process with magnetic quick mold change system. This video will answer the question. #plastics #IMM #moldclamp #moldchange #qmc

The paper tape wear resistance testing machine can simulate the friction and wear experienced by coating materials in actual use, in order to evaluate their wear resistance performance. #moldbao #injectionmolding #moldmaking #molddesign #molding #simulaitons #manufacturing #moldmanufacturing

📰 New #injectionmolding blog post:   New application technologies offer new possibilities! We strive to keep up with the latest technologies and provide our customers with the best options. One such technology is MuCell® from Trexel, a microcellular foam injection molding process for thermoplastics materials which we have been offering at since last year.   Learn more about the benefits and opportunities in our latest news blog: https://lnkd.in/e3W_WRjM   #blog #ensingerplastics

#precisionplasticmold #injectionplasticmold #opticallens #opticalmold #precisionplasticpart #customoptics #opticalcomponents Core competitiveness: • Compared with purchasing molds outside, it can save 70% of the cost •Dule only take 7-25 days in house making. • Processing accuracy can reach nanometer level. • Through standardized production processes, from mold manufacturing to production, Dule has strong synergy and significantly improved production efficiency.

Fully automated injection molding production also focuses on standardization and compatibility, using standardized physical models, simplifying the communication protocol between equipment, and improving the efficiency and reliability of data exchange. This allows companies to easily integrate new equipment into existing production systems without the need for complex adaptations and adjustments. #PlasticMould #InjectionMold #hongkeplasticmould

Thermosets were the prevalent material in the early history of plastics, but were soon overtaken by thermoplastics in injection molding applications. In part 3 of this series, materials expert Mike Sepe shares more on the history behind thermosets: https://bit.ly/4bSUmsi #materials #molding #injectionmolding #KnowHow #thermosets #thermoplastics

Molding Techniques – How to Choose the Best Process for your Project https://lnkd.in/geEhgvxf #performanceplastics #pexco #molding #injectionmolding #extrusion #fep #pfa #engineeredplastics #onepexco