I am often asked the following question… JH What is a good rule of thumb for second stage packing? My Response In the old days of pressure-controlled injection molding machines, the first stage pressure was used to completely fill the mold slowly while a lower pressure (approx. 40-60%) was used to compensate for shrinkage while waiting for […]
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Training Certificates…
I received this comment the other day regarding a recent post… Manager Two of our techs recently received training certification, but I don’t see any real change between them and the other technicians. My Response Most certifications are based on the participants ability to pass some tests in a class setting. This process is beneficial in introducing new techniques […]
NPE 2012 Passes…
If you are visiting NPE this April, I recommend you take advantage of our free passes (a $120 value): http://www.npe2012guest.org/?e=314 For more about NPE2012, please visit: http://www.npe.org/ -Andy
MFI and Regrind…
This question arrived as a follow-up question to a recent post… NM I am new to the business and an independent broker. In automobile parts (I deal with travel trailers, RV’s, automotive and such) does MFI make a difference? Recycled or virgin? We are trying to cut costs, and it seems a lower MFI and […]
Create a Training Portfolio…
I am often asked whether or not it is important to provide employees with printed certificates once they complete their training. As a result, I want to use this post to discuss the importance of creating a training portfolio for your employees. Building a Training Portfolio Every time your employees complete a step in their training […]