Process Simulation A look at process simulation in plastics manufacturing using computer modeling to virtually test, experiment and/or train to validate the methods and procedures for optimal conditions of the processes. Through simulations, including production, inventory, assembly and transportation, companies may optimize results while reducing time and costs during actual … [Read more...] about Technology Focus: Process Simulation
Molds/Tooling
Solving Design Challenges with Flow Analysis Simulation
An interview with Gustavo Mosquera, vice president of operations, Sigmasoft® Flow analysis simulation allows engineers and designers to test, diagnose and improve the injection molding process, with the end result of optimizing production output. The simulation shows how the resin will fill the mold during the injection molding process. By understanding how the resin fills … [Read more...] about Solving Design Challenges with Flow Analysis Simulation
Best Practices for New Program Start-Up: The Supplier Perspective
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business Molders and OEMs are accustomed to the industry’s pressures when it comes to onboarding suppliers, mold production cycles, meeting customer demands, implementing new protocols, and the list goes on – but, what about the pressure that comes with a new program start-up? Of course, most, if not all molders and OEMs have a strategy … [Read more...] about Best Practices for New Program Start-Up: The Supplier Perspective
Design Concerns for Durable Products: IML/IMD/IME
By Paul O’Hearn, engineering manager, Profile Plastics Adding decoration to injection-molded parts not only increases the attractiveness of plastic products, but also functionality and value. The inherent durable nature of appliques or ink transfer process, coupled with the ever-expanding decorative options and addition of functional electrical circuits, provides original … [Read more...] about Design Concerns for Durable Products: IML/IMD/IME
North American Tooling Spend Forecasted to Reach $8.3 Billion in 2025
Harbour Results, Inc. (HRI), Southfield, Michigan, a leading authority to the manufacturing industry, recently released the results of the Harbour IQ in-depth study on the current state of the automotive vendor tooling industry. The analysis indicates automotive vendor tooling spend in North America will increase year-over-year at a rate of 13.4% resulting in $8.3B in spending … [Read more...] about North American Tooling Spend Forecasted to Reach $8.3 Billion in 2025