Collaborative robots offer assist in injection molding process
For injection molders, automation helps plastics processing companies gain efficiencies in their production processes and compete in a global market.
Introduction to Injection Molding
Injection molding is the largest plastics industry sector, and continues to outperform the overall industrial average. It is a fast process that is used to produce a large number of identical parts, ranging from precision engineering pieces to disposable consumer goods.
The process can make either thermoplastic or thermoset parts. Typically material is fed into a heated barrel, and forced into a mold cavity by a reciprocating screw or a ram injector. The injection molded part cools and hardens to the configuration of the mold. Read more
INJECTION MOLDING SUBCATEGORIES
Collaborate robots and work cells · Electric machines · Hybrid machines · Hydraulic machines · Maintenance
Electric injection molding presses: Efficiency is key
On most shop floors today, electric injection molding machines are becoming the norm, surpassing hydraulic machines, which long have been the most popular choice.
Hybrid injection molding machines
Hybrid injection molding machines offer the superior clamping force of hydraulic machines and the precision, repeatability, energy savings, and reduced noise of electric machines.
Hydraulic injection molding machines
Hydraulic injection molding machines remain a popular option on many shop floors, especially for the production of larger parts.
Proper maintenance can prevent downtime
Proper maintenance of injection molding machinery will ensure longer life and reduce the risk of downtime, which can lead to lost productivity on the shop floor.
