Injection Molding of Bulk Molding Compound (BMC)
Injection molding of Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) is a manufacturing process used to form thermoset composite materials into strong, dimensionally stable parts with tight tolerances and repeatable quality. Because BMC is a thermosetting system, it cures irreversibly in the mold, meaning the finished component will not soften or re-melt when reheated, which is a major […]
Air Blast Systems in Injection Molding
Air blast systems are auxiliary devices integrated into injection molding machines to support tooling-related operations such as part ejection, localized cooling, and mold-surface cleaning. They work by delivering short, controlled bursts of compressed air through nozzles, ports, or dedicated air channels in the mold. When properly designed and tuned, these air jets help stabilize the […]
The Toggle Clamp (Injection Molding)
An injection molding machine’s clamping unit is responsible for one essential job: keeping the mold securely closed while plastic is injected, packed, and cooled. During these stages, internal cavity pressure can become extremely high. If the mold halves separate even slightly, the result is typically flash, dimensional variation, surface defects, and premature mold wear. A […]
DOE— A Methodical Approach to Understanding Cause-and-Effect Behaviors in Injection Molding
Torsten Kruse explains how Design of Experiments (DOE) is used to systematically understand cause-and-effect relationships in injection molding processes. In a highly competitive manufacturing environment, success depends on more than trial-and-error adjustments; it requires a deep understanding of how multiple process variables interact and influence part quality, cycle time, and overall performance. Injection molding projects […]
Moldex3D and Kruse Training Collaboration
This week Moldex3D announced their collaboration with Kruse Analysis on the Kruse Training program. Kruse Training lessons contain actual molding simulations that reinforce each lesson’s topic. The visually engaging animations are created using Moldex3D simulation software and provide trainees an opportunity to easily learn and understand basic-to-advanced plastics engineering knowledge and techniques. The goal of […]
NPE 2018 Recap and Other News
Almost a month has passed since NPE 2018 ended and aside from catching up on “regular” work (which luckily never ends!), we’ve also been spending time connecting with people we met at the show and integrating all of the great feedback we received into our programs. Watch our recap video to see what we were […]
Countdown to NPE 2018!
Will you be at NPE this May? We are excited to be exhibiting again this year and hope to see you at the show. If you would like to attend, please accept our complimentary guess pass invitation. If you are already planning to attend, make sure to put us on your show schedule — booth […]
