I was recently asked the question… JeffWe are about to build a 2 plate family mold but are not sure which molding machine we will use it in. We may also process two grades of material in the mold. How will these factors effect the size we should cut our runners? My ResponseOften, the feed […]
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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 […]
Calculating Cooling Time…
I just received this question… Vishal How do I estimate the cooling time? I located a chart referencing a proportionality constant of a polymer, is this the right way? My Response There are many helpful charts and factors, but these use too many assumptions and are just ways to avoid proper circulations. Proper cooling time estimations contain the […]
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 […]