Mould Lifecycle Management (MLM): Commissioning: Step-by-Step Guide
Key Takeaways Commissioning transforms planning into production reality by converting design intent into a functional, validated, and production-ready mould aligned with market demands. A structured design review at the start ensures all stakeholders including the mould maker, R&D team, and suppliers are aligned on design, compatibility, and project-specific requirements before any build begins. Prototype trials […]
Corrective Maintenance in Mould Lifecycle Management
Key Takeaways Corrective maintenance is inevitable regardless of how well preventive maintenance is practiced, as every mould has a fatigue limit and unforeseen failures will occur over its lifecycle. Three corrective paths are available including repair for minor interventions, refurbishment for major overhauls, and replacement when the mould is near end of life or costs […]
Mould Decommissioning: Best Practices for Efficient Lifecycle Management
Key Takeaways Obsolete moulds silently increase costs by occupying valuable storage space, making timely decommissioning essential for operational and cost efficiency. A mould is ready for decommissioning when its life has elapsed, a product design change has eliminated demand, or it has remained unused in storage for an extended period. Three decommissioning methods are available […]