Design

For more than 70 years, hot runner systems have become a vital technology in plastic injection molding, improving production efficiency and enhancing product quality.

Researchers in Finland developed a new smart label for intelligent packaging and conducted a life cycle assessment (LCA) to evaluate its environmental impacts.

Some surface defects in injection-molded parts arise from poorly designed components or gates. This article reviews these types of defects and offers possible solutions.

Integrating design, engineering, and sustainability is critical in modern manufacturing, especially large-scale production.

The release of injection-molded thermoplastic parts requires long-lasting and cost-intensive aging tests. A simulation-based approach to assess the aging of thermoplastic parts would constitute an essential asset for any company.

How new technologies are shaping mass production? Emerging technologies, such as 3D printing, reverse engineering, and 3D scanning, have revolutionized product design and development. 

The automotive industry leads in material innovation, and polymers play a crucial role in shaping the design and manufacturing of today’s vehicles.

Durable plastics play an integral role in modern society, but their durability challenges their recyclability and end-of-life.

Architect Seth Amman sculpted and painted slabs of EPS foam to create a stunning ceiling in a boutique chocolate shop in Buffalo, N.Y.

The rise in lightweight materials directly connects to efforts to boost fuel efficiency, cut emissions, and meet strict environmental standards.

Plastics Injection molding accounts for nearly 50% of all plastic processing methods. Compared to other processes like blow molding or thermoforming, it is preferred for its ability to produce complex parts with high repeatability and minimal waste.

Why an assessment of the next gen of injection molding is needed? The global injection molding market was valued at USD 265.1 billion in 2020 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% from 2021 to 2028.