Designing a perfect plastic part is a huge challenge. But the real trouble often starts when you try to manufacture it. Unexpected defects can completely derail your project, leading to expensive mold rework, wasted materials, and frustrating delays that push back your launch date. What if you could see inside
Do you want to utilize Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) because of its incredible flexibility and strength yet you are wary of the molding process? TPU is tricky to many designers and engineers. They encounter issues such as parts that stick in the mold, uneven surface finish, or material degradation, which can
Frustrating bubbles in your plastic parts are also a common issue that can compromise the appearance, weaken the construction, and lead to costly rejections and material waste. You know there is a solution, but you find it very difficult to nail down what the problem is, like second-guessing. I want
Have you ever observed a pair of plastic related items which you are sure are the same ones and one is impeccable and the other one is flawed? It is usually a small mistake with the injection molding cycle. A couple of degrees or hundredth of a second is the
Managing various pressures in injection molding becomes confusing when one learns about clamping pressure, injection pressure, and back pressure simultaneously. This can be a challenge in properly establishing a process. I’m here to make the classification of these pressures clear and what each of them does, and you’ll be in
Have you ever invested a lot of time and money in a new mold, only to experience warpage or sink marks on the initial trial run? Such issues lead to costly rework and infuriating delays, sending your whole production schedule into a tailspin. Would it not be wonderful if you
Have you ever designed a plastic part that looked perfect on screen, only to see it fail in production with warpage or sink marks? These issues lead to expensive tool modifications, project delays, and unhappy clients. What if you could predict and solve these manufacturing defects before a single piece
Having trouble choosing the correct plastic for a part that has to endure high heat? Getting the wrong material will cause part failure, recalls, and costly delays to your project timeline and bottom line. It’s a daily challenge, but one that can be solved with the correct information. Let’s sort
Incorrect mold steel selection can ruin a project. It causes premature wear, substandard part quality, and totally blown budgets. Picture your mold breaking in the middle of production, causing huge delays and rework. Getting to know the main differences between P20, H13, and S136 is the beginning of preventing costly
Struggling to find a reliable and cost-effective way to manufacture your plastic parts? You’ve designed a great product, but high local manufacturing quotes are killing your budget and timeline. You worry about quality control, communication barriers, and the risks of overseas production. What if you could navigate the process with
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