Although we previewed a number of new developments in hot-runners at NPE 2009 in our May and June issues, the big show in Chicago served up still more new offerings for PET preforms, medical parts, caps and closures, and more. So here’s the rest of what we found, including more details on some products for which few specifics were available before the show. This article supplements previousl

Although we previewed a number of new developments in hot-runners at NPE 2009 in our May and June issues, the big show in Chicago served up still more new offerings for PET preforms, medical parts, caps and closures, and more. So here’s the rest of what we found, including more details on some products for which few specifics were available before the show. This article supplements previousl

The use of hot runner systems is increasing due to the fact that they provide a more efficient method of molding plastic parts. The cost savings can be substantial, and the part quality is very often much better than a cold runner system.With the increasing sophistication of today's plastic injection molds, the use of a hot runner system is becoming an industry standard. Many applications simply a

Mold-Masters Introduces an On-Line Hot Runner Justification Tool     Hot runners generally make sense even when small volumes of moulded parts are to be produced.     To help OEMs, moulders, and mould makers determine whethe

To understand the importance of hot runner controls, you need to examine how they actually control temperature, processing implications and mold design considerations.Improved hot runner temperature control can provide a competitive advantage. Consumers have an unending appetite for new products. These products will be supplied by companies that excel at understanding their niche customers and del

PSG Plastic Service GmbH will be exhibiting at Chinaplas 2009 in Guangzhou, China, this spring in association with its agent in Beijing, HRD. Show dates are May 18–21. PSG is displaying its hot runner systems and controllers and featuring nozzle inserts that facilitate quick colour change.The German hot runner technology and regulation specialist, active for more than 40 years, serves custom

Realize time and cost saving benefits from the use of integrated systems when compared to traditional hot runner manufacturing methods.Hot runner molds are inherently complex. They have to bring together time, temperature, flow and the pressure of plastics operating on rapid cycles. The mold needed to accomplish this can be complicated, but with straightforward planning, the process of building a