In any manufacturing application, it is essential to maintain accurate, relevant documentation. In this post, we will take a look at two vastly different approaches for documenting an injection molding process — and we’ll cover how only data-driven, scientific process documentation is suitable for modern manufacturing applications. Traditional Process Documentation Traditional molders put all their […]
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Traditional Molding vs. Scientific Molding, Part 1: Establishing a Process
Scientific Molding is nothing new — yet many companies still rely on inefficient, outdated ‘traditional’ molding procedures. In this post, we cover the difference between these two methodologies and discuss how a scientific approach to process development can save time, money, and a lot of headaches. The ‘Art’ of Traditional Molding Traditional Molding involves processing […]
5 Simple Rules for Effective Processing
To put it bluntly, if your technicians and engineers are not following these 5 simple rules, your company is losing money. Although these are just basic best practices for our industry, there are very few companies that consistently follow all 5 of these steps. Those who do are some of the most competitive companies in […]
Stop Wasting Material: Learn the Right Way to Purge Your Barrel
FACT: A purging compound will help you purge better than no purging compound. Furthermore, there are some simple concepts and techniques that will ensure excellent results from your purging compound — better results than can be achieved by just following the manufacturer’s recommended procedures. Unfortunately, bad purging habits and poor purging procedures are pervasive in […]
Looking to kickstart your company’s training initiative? Follow these 5 easy steps.
At first glance, launching a new in-house training system can appear to be a daunting task. But it’s often simpler than it seems. In short, the key to a successful training initiative is getting your employees involved in the process — keeping them excited and engaged. Remember that most employees want to do a good […]