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Twin-sheet thermoforming is one of the most unique manufacturing processes to help you achieve those highly detailed hollow parts. Contact a thermoforming professional to learn more about this process and how it can be applied to your future parts. Profile Plastics, Inc. #Twinsheet #thermoforming #profileplasticsinc #Profileplastics #partdesign #Manufacturing #design #plastics #Forming #Thermoform #Hollowparts #designformanfuacturing

💥Gate system 💥 💚💚Both plastic parts are gate using direct gates. The mold uses a three-plate mold. Each plastic part corresponds to a gate, and the material is fed directly on the plastic part to be molded, as shown in the figure below. 💚💚 In order to facilitate personnel to trim the gate condensate, the gate position is set to a concave position, so that the gate condensate is lower than the surrounding horizontal plane after trimming, which does not affect the assembly of other parts, and can also avoid flow marks on the surface of the plastic part and other undesirable injection phenomena. 🚀 🚀 #plastic #plastic #mold #mold #mould #tool #tooling #gate #gate #injection #injectionmolding #system #system

Annealing Molded Parts www.kruseanalysis.com / www.krusetraining.com / www.molding-expert.com Annealing molded plastic helps reduce molded-in stress, which occurs during the cooling process after molding. This stress can weaken the material and lead to warping, cracking, or premature failure. By heating the plastic to a specific temperature during annealing, internal stresses are relieved without melting the plastic. This process improves dimensional stability, enhances mechanical properties, and increases the plastic's resistance to environmental factors such as temperature fluctuations and chemicals, leading to a longer lifespan and more reliable molded part performance. #injectionmolding, #plasticsindustry, #moldmaking, #molding, #moldingdefects #plasticinjectionmolding, #plastics, #plasticsengineering, #molddesign, #partdesign, #moldex3d, #Spritzguss, #plastics, #plasticinjectionmolding, #plasticsengineering, #partdesign #arburg,#kunststofftechnik #kunststoffe ,#seminar, #kunststoffindustrie, #polymers,#moldmaking, #moulding,#mouldmaking,#mouldmaker

Thanks Torsten Kruse to make us aware of the relevance of annealing plastic parts. I would like to add some additional information that is probably new to most. Semi-crystalline based parts will mostly be annealed above their glass transition. While this will relax some stresses, it will also increase or perfect the crystallinity. But the most amazing and little known issue is the following : You part performance, for instance in terms of Creep or Impact, will dramatically depend on how quickly you cool down the part coming out of the oven ! Yes, believe me. The way you cool can be more important that the annealing phase itself ! Learn the Physics in our BIMS-2 course. A public session is coming up in Copenhagen this Oct. 3-4, check Teknologisk Videndeling

Curious about how vacuum forming works? Check out this awesome video showing the vacuum forming process! Here’s how it goes: -Heating: A plastic sheet is heated until it becomes soft and flexible. -Vacuuming: The heated sheet is then draped over a mold. A vacuum is applied, pulling the sheet tightly against the mold to form the desired shape. -Cooling & Trimming: After the plastic cools and solidifies, it’s trimmed and ready to go! This process is perfect for creating lightweight, durable products like trays, packaging, and even custom parts! Efficiency: Sheet-fed vacuum forming offers quick production with minimal waste. Precision: Every mold is replicated with exact detail, ensuring consistent results. Versatility: This method can handle it all from small runs to large-scale production. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at how vacuum forming shapes the future of manufacturing! Check out our capabilities to see more about what LINDAR has to offer. https://hubs.ly/Q033-3mW0 #VacuumForming #Thermoforming #SheetFedMachines #ManufacturingInnovation #PlasticMolding

Did You Know? Compression molding is a key process used to shape thermoset plastics, and it’s responsible for creating some of the most durable and heat-resistant products around. Here’s how it works: Preform Stage: A measured amount of thermoset plastic (often in the form of a preform or powder) is placed into a heated mold.  Compression: The mold is closed, and pressure and heat are applied. The plastic softens, flows, and fills the mold, taking the shape of the cavity.  Curing: The plastic undergoes a chemical change (curing), hardening it into a tough, rigid material.  Ejection: After cooling, the mold opens, and the final product is ejected. What’s it used for? Compression molding is perfect for creating large, strong parts like:  - Automotive components   - Electrical insulation   - Industrial parts  Want to learn more about plastic manufacturing? Drop your questions below! #CompressionMolding #ThermosetPlastics #Manufacturing #PlasticTechnology #InnovationInMaterials #Sustainability #Engineering

A Smooth Transition to the Packing Phase www.kruseanalysis.com / www.krusetraining.com / www.molding-expert.com When a molding machine switches from the filling phase to the first stage of packing pressure, the internal cavity pressure typically increases. During the filling phase, molten material is injected into the mold cavity at a high velocity, gradually building up pressure as the cavity fills. However, once the filling phase ends and the machine transitions to the first packing stage, additional material is injected at a lower speed to compensate for shrinkage and ensure the cavity is fully packed. This results in a rise in cavity pressure as the material densifies and compresses the molten material inside the cavity. The transition from a speed-controlled phase to a pressure-controlled phase should be accomplished without pressure spikes or dips. The goal is a smooth transition. The pressure increase is crucial in ensuring that the final part has the correct dimensions and surface quality. #injectionmolding, #plasticsindustry, #moldmaking, #molding, #moldingdefects #plasticinjectionmolding, #plastics, #plasticsengineering, #molddesign, #partdesign, #moldex3d, #Spritzguss, #plastics, #plasticinjectionmolding, #plasticsengineering, #partdesign #arburg,#kunststofftechnik #kunststoffe ,#seminar, #kunststoffindustrie, #polymers,#moldmaking, #moulding,#mouldmaking,#mouldmaker

A Smooth Transition to the Packing Phase www.kruseanalysis.com / www.krusetraining.com / www.molding-expert.com When a molding machine switches from the filling phase to the first stage of packing pressure, the internal cavity pressure typically increases. During the filling phase, molten material is injected into the mold cavity at a high velocity, gradually building up pressure as the cavity fills. However, once the filling phase ends and the machine transitions to the first packing stage, additional material is injected at a lower speed to compensate for shrinkage and ensure the cavity is fully packed. This results in a rise in cavity pressure as the material densifies and compresses the molten material inside the cavity. The transition from a speed-controlled phase to a pressure-controlled phase should be accomplished without pressure spikes or dips. The goal is a smooth transition. The pressure increase is crucial in ensuring that the final part has the correct dimensions and surface quality. #injectionmolding, #plasticsindustry, #moldmaking, #molding, #moldingdefects #plasticinjectionmolding, #plastics, #plasticsengineering, #molddesign, #partdesign, #moldex3d, #Spritzguss, #plastics, #plasticinjectionmolding, #plasticsengineering, #partdesign #arburg,#kunststofftechnik #kunststoffe ,#seminar, #kunststoffindustrie, #polymers,#moldmaking, #moulding,#mouldmaking,#mouldmaker

A Smooth Transition to the Packing Phase www.kruseanalysis.com / www.krusetraining.com / www.molding-expert.com When a molding machine switches from the filling phase to the first stage of packing pressure, the internal cavity pressure typically increases. During the filling phase, molten material is injected into the mold cavity at a high velocity, gradually building up pressure as the cavity fills. However, once the filling phase ends and the machine transitions to the first packing stage, additional material is injected at a lower speed to compensate for shrinkage and ensure the cavity is fully packed. This results in a rise in cavity pressure as the material densifies and compresses the molten material inside the cavity. The transition from a speed-controlled phase to a pressure-controlled phase should be accomplished without pressure spikes or dips. The goal is a smooth transition. The pressure increase is crucial in ensuring that the final part has the correct dimensions and surface quality. #injectionmolding, #plasticsindustry, #moldmaking, #molding, #moldingdefects #plasticinjectionmolding, #plastics, #plasticsengineering, #molddesign, #partdesign, #moldex3d, #Spritzguss, #plastics, #plasticinjectionmolding, #plasticsengineering, #partdesign #arburg,#kunststofftechnik #kunststoffe ,#seminar, #kunststoffindustrie, #polymers,#moldmaking, #moulding,#mouldmaking,#mouldmaker

Annealing Molded Parts www.kruseanalysis.com / www.krusetraining.com / www.molding-expert.com Annealing molded plastic helps reduce molded-in stress during packing and cooling. This stress can weaken the material and lead to warping, cracking, or premature failure. By heating the plastic to a specific temperature during annealing, internal stresses are relieved without melting the plastic. This process improves dimensional stability, enhances mechanical properties, and increases the plastic's resistance to environmental factors such as temperature fluctuations and chemicals, leading to a longer lifespan and more reliable molded part performance. #injectionmolding, #plasticsindustry, #moldmaking, #molding, #moldingdefects #plasticinjectionmolding, #plastics, #plasticsengineering, #molddesign, #partdesign, #moldex3d, #Spritzguss, #plastics, #plasticinjectionmolding, #plasticsengineering, #partdesign #arburg,#kunststofftechnik #kunststoffe ,#seminar, #kunststoffindustrie, #polymers,#moldmaking, #moulding,#mouldmaking,#mouldmaker