One common question that we hear when designing and building injection molds is “What is the cooling time required within the injection mold?” The answer to the required cooling time depends upon several factors including the processing parameters, the material used, and of course the part and mold design…
When designing a plastic injection mold, the mold designer must consider the type of resin and the resin properties that will be used in the molding process. Thermoplastic engineering resins are the most common type of plastic resin used for the injection molding process. An experienced mold design engineer will…
If you are considering a hot runner mold for your next injection molding job, you are probably weighing the benefits versus the costs. A hot runner mold is typically more expensive to construct, but the return on investment can be well worth it. Here are some of the…
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Shar Recognized Industry Leaders in Plastic Mold Manufacturing Michiana Global Mold is an innovative tool design and mold builder, leading the injection mold industry with complex, precision plastic mold manufacturing. Michiana Global Mold manufacturers various types of plastic and rubber injection molds, transfer compression molds and brass forging…
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When you start considering plastic mold manufacturers, you may feel a bit overwhelmed. There are several different types of companies, and many tend to specialize in certain areas. To ensure you are able to determine which of the numerous plastic mold manufacturers is right for you, here are a few…
Plastic Injection Mold Making has advanced significantly since its conception and popularization during the 1930s and 1940s. However, the basic process has not changed, regardless of the plastic mold maker you use. To successfully create a mold that will meet your needs, you will need to follow the…
Making a basic plastic mold is relatively simple if you have the right tools. Knowing what is needed can help you understand how your requirements will be met, and you can more easily communicate your needs to a mold injection manufacturer. Injection Molding Materials Creating a plastic part using injection molds…
The beginning of the 20th century saw the first development of a moldable material, which opened the door to numerous possibilities. Leo Hendrick Baekeland’s celluloid creation paved the way for things like PVC and Teflon, both materials that were available by World War II. As more types of moldable materials appeared,…
