I was just asked… Ponce “We are confused on how to calculate the new shot size when we close off a cavity. Our question is do we calculate shot size minus the Xfer point or do we calculate from the shot size to the cushion.” My Response Typically, you will maintain the transfer […]
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Plastics Training
The Need for Safety…
I am travelling overseas and witnessed a roadside welding facility where the workers were not wearing any type of eye protection. As most people know, this is a sure-fire way to lose your eyesight permanently… My Concerns Regardless of the country or region in which you live, it is critical that you promote safe working standards for your employees. […]
Different Training for Different Employees…
I was asked this question by a colleague recently… PG Some of our managers would like to pick and choose what training certain employees take. In essence, one technician who we feel is weaker will take most of the training assigned to their job position while another tech will take only a few courses. Other techs will […]
Approaching Training With Your Employees…
I was asked this question during a recent on-site visit… Kevin How do I discuss training with my employees in a manner which makes them accepting? My Response When discussing employee training, it is critical to focus on how it will affect the employees. For example, if operators are not involved in the training initiative […]
Regrinding Sandy Plastic…
I received this interesting question recently… Joy I have a client with ten tonnes of material awaiting regrind and re-processing. Unfortunately, the material is contaminated with sand. I have a couple questions. First, is it unethical to regrind and re-process the material since it is contaminated? Second, what are the financial costs and ethics associated […]