Hot Runners
SLIDESHOW: Technology Showcase, A K 2016 Preview
As K 2016 quickly approaches, we’re providing a preview of a few of the products that will be featured there from October 19-26 in Düsseldorf, Germany.
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Multispeed Valve-Pin Control
Eliminating hesitation marks is easier and more cost-effective with multi-speed hydraulic technology.
Read MoreVenting in Action
A dynamic (versus static) mold-venting valve helps resolve the most common effects of poor cavity venting.
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A Different Approach to Mold Venting
Alternative venting valves can help overcome standard mold venting limitations and improve mold performance.
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2016 Digital "Technology Review and Sourcing Guide" Available
If it's time to upgrade old equipment, try an alternative process, invest in a new strategy or just shop around, MoldMaking Technology’s annual Technology Review and Sourcing Guide is the perfect companion to your decision-making process.
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Getting Started with Hot Runner Maintenance
Developing basic cleaning and repair skills among in-house technicians should be the goal of every shop that runs hot runner systems.
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Designer's Edge: Hydraulics for Slides, Ejection or Cores
Randy discusses tips and tricks for avoiding mold downtime when it comes to hydraulics for slides, ejection or cores and hot runner plugs or connections.
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Improving Sequential Molding
For large injection-molded parts, a servo-driven valve gate system can improve surface finish and part performance.
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Using Data to Improve Mold Performance
An easy way to get a snapshot of how a mold is operating is to run regular mold scans via a hot runner temperature controller.
Read MoreProving the Advantages of a Servo-Driven Valve Gate System
One innovation for improving sequential injection molding centers around the use of servomotor technology.New servo-driven valve gate systems incorporate a toggle-type mechanism that operates the valve pin position at 90 degrees from the servomotor stroke.
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