Molding Services Reference Materials

Description: Sometimes, people hope that the surface of materials can be harder, such as in situations where wear resistance is required, where fatigue strength needs to be improved, where corrosion resistance is ...

Description: The fundamental reason for work hardening of metal materials, also known as strain hardening, is that the density of internal defects (mainly dislocations) in the metal increases significantly during ...

Description: In the field of aluminum alloy casting, the improvement of material properties often depends on the quality of the heat treatment process. Different from simple casting, heat treatment can achieve ...

Description: In order to properly consider shrinkage and casting, it is necessary to understand alloy solidification. The solidification mechanisms of different alloys may vary greatly. Therefore, the methods for ...

Description: The element symbols in alloy steel grades directly represent the main alloying elements added to the steel. These symbols are usually represented using chemical element symbols, allowing people to ...

Description: Designing a product or part for reaction injection molding (RIM) can be a complex process. Elements such as the materials you plan to use, environmental conditions the part will be subjected to, and ...

Description: Although there are many material performance parameters, the main consideration is still the mechanical properties of the material, such as strength and hardness. Especially, "strength" is often the ...

Description: Hard alloy is a composite material made by powder metallurgy process using refractory metal carbides (mainly tungsten carbide WC) and metal binders (mainly cobalt Co). It has extremely high hardness, ...

Description: When designing injection molded parts, multi-cavity and family molds are options worth considering, not just single-cavity tools. But are they the right fit for your injection molded project? Drawing ...

Description: The refractory materials used in the shell making process of investment casting are generally divided into two types (excluding ceramic cores): one is the refractory powder used to prepare the slurry, ...

Description: The types of lubricants used in the steel wire drawing process are mainly divided into two categories: solid lubricants and liquid lubricants. Their function is to form a lubricating film between the ...

Description: What is the role of N element in steel? Nitrogen element in steel can be called a "double-edged hand" that people love and hate. It can solid solution strengthen, refine grain size, enhance steel ...

Description: Powder metallurgy is a manufacturing process that involves compacting metal powder under high pressure and then sintering it at high temperature to form solid components. Use a range of metal powders, ...

Description: Carbon is the most important alloy component in steel and cast iron, mainly determining the wide range of mechanical properties that forgings and castings can obtain. When the carbon content of ...

Description: Advanced Silicone Seals for EV Components ...

Description: Stainless steel is very important in our production and life. It can be used as a corrosion-resistant material, reducing corrosion losses, increasing equipment service life, improving economic ...

Description: Learn how smart draft angle design reduces defects, shortens production time, and extends mold life-essential tips for engineers and product designers. ...

Description: Alloy elements play a crucial role in the microstructure and properties of steel. By adding these elements reasonably, the mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, heat treatment characteristics, ...

Description: Did you know that injection molding is transforming the medical device industry? This advanced process empowers designers to create high-quality and cost-effective products, ranging from common ...

Description: Powder metallurgy, as an ancient and dynamic advanced material preparation and forming technology, originated from ancient ceramic preparation technology and ironmaking technology until 1909, when the ...

Description: In the field of metal processing, forging technology, as an important forming method, is widely used in various fields such as automotive, aerospace, machinery manufacturing, and weapon industry. It ...

Description: Powder injection molding technology is a new process developed from plastic injection molding technology and combined with powder metallurgy, which is divided into ceramic powder injection molding and ...

Description: During the production process, casting enterprises inevitably encounter casting defects such as shrinkage, bubbles, and segregation, resulting in low casting yield. Re production also faces a ...

Description: Even the smallest design flaw or mold imperfection can lead to big quality issues in injection molding-warping, sink marks, or weak structural integrity. High-quality parts require more than just a ...

Description: Casting is the process of melting metal into a liquid that meets certain requirements and pouring it into a mold, followed by cooling, solidification, and cleaning treatment to obtain castings with ...

Description: Ribs is an indispensable feature in the plastic injection molded parts. It is used to increase the strength of parts, facilitate the plastic melt flow as flow channel, and provide guidance, ...

Description: If you're considering taking the next step in medical injection molding, this article will guide you through 4 key considerations in medical injection molding, from understanding device ...

Description: Compression molding is an efficient manufacturing procedure used by many industries ranging from consumer products to automotive and even aerospace to manufacture products that are high-quality, and ...

Description: While used to make paints, adhesives and inks, dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) resin also offers a means to fabricate a variety of larger components through the use of reaction injection molding (RIM) ...

Description: Manufacturers in nearly every industry use prototypes to test new products and how they work in real-world situations. It’s a cost-effective way to iron out any issues with a product or part and ...

Description: One of the advantages of custom plastic molding is the ability to easily accommodate molded-in components. From brackets or threaded inserts to attach molded plastic parts to finished equipment or ...

Description: In 1976, Osborne Industries, Inc., originated and initiated the closed-mold molding process that was later known in the plastics industry as resin transfer molding, or RTM. The resin transfer molding ...

Description: Dip molding and coating involve immersing an object into liquid silicone and either forming or coating a component. ...

Description: Looking to boost vehicle performance without compromising safety? This article explores five lightweight materials-from high-strength steel to carbon fiber-that are transforming automotive ...

Description: One of the common defects on plastic injection molded parts is sink mark, which appears as a dimple or shallow depression on the surface of a molded part and impacts the part quality and visual ...

Description: Bringing a new product from concept to market requires reliable prototypes for design evaluation, testing, and proof-of-concept. Injection Molding, CNC Machining, and Vacuum Casting are top choices ...

Description: The holes, slots, and depressions in plastic parts are crucial features for proper assembly, ventilation, and even providing aesthetic value in some products. These features are formed by the core, ...

Description: Originally designed for stamping, but the complex geometry was too much of a challenge, the powder metallurgy (PM) metal injection molding (MIM) process was selected for this one-piece firearm slide ...

Description: To launch new mechanical products on time and on budget, development teams must be able to iterate through designs as they optimize manufacturability and ensure their device or assembly performs as ...

Description: Engineered components, when combined into assemblies, can advance a product’s performance as they have in today’s highly efficient and reliable automobiles. New standards are set when ...

Description: Creating molded rubber parts with inserts involves considerable preparation before and after molding. These tips can help ensure a durable finished part while minimizing production costs. Overmolding ...

Description: Optimizing the development of your custom rubber seal can be challenging. Relying on industry specialists and considering potential manufacturing methods and production volumes will enable you to ...

Description: Explore the critical role of material selection in automation equipment, understanding how different metals and plastics impact the quality and functionality of both standard and non-standard ...

Description: A long-standing Minnesota Rubber & Plastics customer wanted to extend its current press fittings products with a new line for the gas market. We had previously designed a press fitting seal that ...

Description: Have you considered optimizing the part design to increase part quality, while cut down the manufacturing cost and time? There are design tips about ribs and undercut you could refer to. Ribs is an ...

Description: Medical device manufacturing is making a comeback with the return of non-essential and elective procedures; 2022 is poised to be a defining time in industry innovations, rising to contemporary supply ...

Description: Today’s product designs for medical equipment require smaller and smaller components that are extremely durable and meet rigorous tolerance specs. Minimally invasive components deliver huge ...

Description: The PIM process produces net-shape or near netshape parts at a reduced manufacturing cost; however, significant process and product qualification is required to ensure that the final product is ...

Description: Defining or determining the most efficient processing methodology for precision metal components, within the 5-300-gram mass weight range, requires a thorough examination of the most prevalent and ...

Description: Increasingly, the medical device industry is turning to metal injection molding to manufacture small complex components. The past 18 months have revealed just how important the technology has become. ...

Description: APP has developed a 3-D metal powder printing technology and is able to produce low cost metal components that meet the metallurgical properties of MPIF Standard 35 for metal injection molding. We can ...

Description: Medical device manufacturers are constantly looking for ways to innovate to provide life-saving solutions to compete in a global marketplace. As pressures constantly drive the need for innovation, the ...

Description: The automotive supply chain is as broad as it is demanding, especially for tier two and tier three component providers. The constituents that go into truck and automobile construction range from ...

Description: Gating system design is a crucial factor in the investment casting process to ensure the proper delivery of metal throughout the ceramic mold. ...

Description: In the world of metal manufacturing, several processes stand out more than others in terms of acceptance and popularity. Machining, stamping, forging, and casting have long been the prominent forms of ...

Description: In today’s fast-paced world, time to market is critical when considering a new design or existing product enhancement. Here at Advanced Powder Products, APP, we harness the power of metal ...

Description: Metal Injection Molding is inherently positioned to manufacture high-volume complex metal components net shape that fits in the palm of your hand. MIM is available for many common alloys as well as ...

Description: Plastics encompass a wide array of materials and molding processes used to create finished parts. Typical injection molding involves heating thermoplastic or thermosetting plastic polymers and ...

Description: Injection Molding combines the latest injection molding processes with proprietary technology and an experienced team to deliver end-use parts ...

Description: This guide outlines 3D printing, its basics, getting started, and the top commercial 3D printing processes and materials used today. ...

Description: In this eBook you will find best practices for designing a part for injection molding, tips on features you may incorporate into your design, and guidance to avoid common pitfalls. ...

Description: Custom plastic molding and die-cast molding have been compared for decades. When it comes down to a side-by-side comparison, companies that convert from metal to plastic experience many benefits from ...

Description: When designing parts for injection molding, key elements of the mold that you will need to work out are the gates, which control the flow of the melted resin (plastic) into the mold cavity. Gates are ...

Description: Medtech startup Invoy Technologies is on a mission to disrupt the weight-loss industry. Its novel solution combines patented technology-a handheld breath analyzer that instantly measures fat ...

Description: The precision and repeatability of industrial-grade 3D printing has established additive manufacturing as an effective and accurate process for functional prototyping. At the same time, plastic ...

Description: When designing injection-molded parts, you may need to apply finishing options after your parts are manufactured to improve mechanical properties, enhance surface finish, facilitate the assembly ...

Description: Plastics have evolved over the last 50-plus years-from housings and panels that reduced weight, a reduction in sharp edges, and added product style options, to today's engineering grades like PEI and ...

Description: A misconception is that molding is more expensive than machining. After decades of working with clients on a wide variety of complex applications, we have recommended cast molding for our foams, ...

Description: LSR is a thermoset material with a unique set of design characteristics that differ from thermoplastic injection molding ...

Description: See how the use of side-actions, sliding shutoffs, and pickouts can be used to mold undercuts and through-holes ...

Description: A quick reference guide to wall thicknesses, surface finishes, materials, and other thermoplastic injection molding insights ...

Description: See how part geometry, material selection, and mold design can minimize or eliminate cosmetic flaws that can arise during molding ...

Description: Learn about material properties to quantitatively analyze parts before selecting a thermoplastic resin ...

Description: Standard Practice for Molding and Machining Tolerances for PTFE Resin Parts ...

Description: The Energy Density vs. ?T/in. relationship is an important step forward in pursuit of a science-based approach to cooling-circuit design. Here's why. ...

Description: The applications and uses for thermosetting plastics have grown substantially over the years. The success and benefits of this type of plastic is due in large part to its favorable plastic properties. ...

Description: Most blow molding suppliers can follow a CAD drawing and create a part according to your specifications. But, you want more than just a manufacturer. You want a blow molding supply team who will be ...

Description: Taking those first steps toward creating your product is exciting. So, you want to make sure you’re fully prepared as you are shopping for a blow molding supplier. Here’s the ...

Description: The first step is to create a mockup of the part. Most projects start with an idea or a sketch. Then, the blow molding design team creates a three-dimensional CAD or e-drawing of the part. A ...

Description: Choosing the right plastic resin for your blow molding project can be a challenge. Cost, density, flexibility, strength, and more all factor into what resin is best for your part. HDPE is the world's ...

Description: You probably know that there are different types of blow molding processes, each of which is beneficial for different products. In the same way, there are different distribution methods that may ...

Description: Many people think that profit and sustainability are at odds. But this is a misconception. In reality, going green and saving money often go hand in hand. For example, if businesses were to cut carbon ...

Description: The Custom-Pak blow molding design guide provides you with basic design tools for making engineered blow molded parts. This guide focuses on the extrusion blow molding process. No two designs are ...

Description: Most of the plastic used in manufacturing in the United States is created domestically. But, like many other markets, plastics are becoming more globalized. This article examines issues and ...

Description: To realize your product idea, you need to perfect your concept, work with a strong team, and know your product inside and out. Here's how to design a successful blow molded product. You can start the ...

Description: You’ve put a lot of work into your product design. Now, your blow molding supplier will help you make your product its very best. This may include alterations that ease the production process, ...

Description: Blow molding is an economical way to build versatile and unique parts. In today’s world, blow molded parts are everywhere, from the cars we drive to the office chairs we sit in. Before you ...

Description: You want to manufacture the best part possible while being kind to your budget. To understand how much your blow molding project will cost, it’s important to dig into the elements of the ...

Description: You and your blow molding supplier will be working closely to put your best product forward. This often involves a lot of back and forth. From concept discussions to mold revisions, the process of ...

Description: According to Wayne Johnston, Sales Account Manager at Custom-Pak, approximately 90% of customers choose to work with High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) for their blow molding projects. Why is this ...

Description: Using your input, this page calculates the Hydraulic Diameter of cooling passages that are round, annular, rectangular and round with a baffle. Hydraulic Diameter is used to calculate Turbulent Flow ...

Description: Find your required cooling water flow rate and circuit length by entering injection molding variables such as Polymer, Cycle Time, Shot Weight, Molding Room Temperature, etc. User guidelines in the ...

Description: A leading medical device manufacturing firm, accustomed to only molding internally for more than thirty years, wanted to focus on its core capability and expand its assembly operations by outsourcing. ...

Description: Specialized molding and assembly processes help companies to get precise results for industries like medical, aerospace, technology and general manufacturing. Multi-material molding and assembly ...

Description: There's a common belief out there that offshore companies always provide the best value when it comes to blow molding. That belief is often misguided. Here's why North American blow molders have the ...

Description: While it's true that a shorter distance means lower freight costs, shipping costs alone don't tell the whole story. A full-service supplier that offers superior quality, more innovation, and a greater ...

Description: A turnkey blow molding supplier, on the other hand, takes care of your project from start to finish. It sources and processes the resin you will use, designs and customizes your product, provides the ...

Description: Blow molds have unique design freedoms that aren't possible with injection or compression molds. Many of these benefits are made possible by aluminum. Here's why aluminum tops steel when it comes to ...

Description: Extending from the flight deck in the fore to lavatories in the aft, General Plastics' flexible polyurethane foam parts play integral yet unsung roles in today's aircraft. While few prompt even a ...

Description: In creating an environmentally sustainable plastic product, you'll encounter different kinds of eco-friendly resins. Here's an introduction to the advantages and disadvantages of biodegradables and ...