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What is a mold base? and how many parts does one mold base contain?

Hi, it's me. Danny, Market Development Manager at Oprotech Engineering. In our role, we believe in not only being sales professionals but also continually enhancing our technical expertise. We strive...

What is the function of support pillar in tooling mold and what material should be ?

Support pillars, also known as mold pillars or mold supports, play a crucial role in the construction and operation of tooling molds used in various manufacturing processes such as injection molding....

What are knockout rod and safety pins in tooling mold?

For beginners delving into the world of tooling molds, understanding the fundamental components is key to grasping the intricacies of mold design and operation. So let's dive in....

How do you mold internal threads?

When it comes to molding internal threads in plastic parts, precision and efficiency are paramount. Achieving flawless internal threads requires a carefully orchestrated process that encompasses mold...

Causes and Solutions for Difficult Mold Release in Injection Molding

During the trial of injection molds, difficulties in mold release often occur. There are many reasons for the difficult mold release of injection molds: Design of waterways; Grooves inside the mold;...

Advantages of CNC Machining Prototypes and 3D Printing Prototypes

“Would the cost be lower if we use 3D printing for this item?” We’ve got a request from a client who wants to see both the appearance and functionality of his project before processing molding for ma...

Compression Molding

The article will give a better understanding of the following topics: What is compression molding The process of compression molding Types of compression molds Technology/innovation in compression mol...

How do we deal with the undercut in injection tooling molds?

Dealing with undercuts in injection tooling molds involves various techniques and strategies to ensure successful molding of complex parts. Here are some common approaches:...

What kind of mold steel is better for thermosetting plastics molding?

Molds for thermosetting plastics need to work under high temperature and pressure, which causes significant erosion to the molds. The molds are prone to erosion, leading to mold flash....

Plastic Parts - 3D Printing and CNC Machining

Not so long ago, having prototypes or a few production parts machined was a more costly and time-consuming process....

What is Direct Metal Printing(DMP)?

Direct metal printing (DMP), also commonly known as direct metal laser sintering (DMLS), is an additive manufacturing technology that builds high-quality complex metal parts from 3D CAD data....

Over-Molding Technology

Dual-color injection molding typically refers to the molding of two colors that are different or of different types of plastics. Due to the separate injection units and nozzles of dual-color machines...