Mold Lifecycle Management (MLM) – Preventive Maintenance
7 minutes readKey Takeaways Maintenance is the key to molding performance, quality output and longer lifecycle from commissioning to scrappage. Preventive maintenance (PM) serves to prevent unanticipated downtime and repair expenses, thereby avoiding production delays and financial penalties. Structured PM schedule (daily, weekly, quarterly) to ensure lubrication, inspection, cleaning and deep checks are done consistently. To avoid […]
Moulding with PCR: Navigating Challenges & Pro Tips
6 minutes readKey Takeaways PCR is no longer optional as global brands are mandating PCR-compatible tooling as part of their sustainability scorecards, making it a procurement requirement rather than an experimental choice. PCR is not a drop-in replacement for virgin resin, requiring rethinking of mould design, process control, and quality standards due to fluctuating MFI, shot-to-shot instability, […]
Flip Top Closures: The Convenient & Sustainable Packaging Solution
8 minutes readKey Takeaways Flip top closures are hinged plastic caps made from thermoplastics such as PP and HDPE that are designed for easy one-handed access while providing a secure, leak-proof seal for a variety of applications. Four types of sealing are available, plug seal, flat seal, crab claw seal and V-seal.Different types are suitable for different […]
The Research Road Less Travelled for Injection Moulding (IM) Process Development
8 minutes readKey Takeaways Software tools like Moldex, Sigmasoft, and mould flow simulation have significantly advanced IM process development by predicting defects and cycle time before mould manufacturing, though optimization through DOE-based software remains limited to few players. Process revalidation remains a major cost burden because machine parameter transparency is insufficient to mathematically predict process windows when […]
Four Challenges Faced While Working with Post-Consumer Resin (PCR)
7 minutes readKey Takeaways PCR is recycled resin derived from used consumer plastic products, but converting plastic waste into usable resin involves multiple stages including collection, segregation, cleaning, shredding, melting, and pelletizing. Collecting plastic waste at scale is a foundational challenge, requiring recycling centres, reverse vending machines, landfill collection, and consumer education on waste segregation to ensure […]
Three Ways FMCG Companies Can Start Becoming Sustainable
4 minutes readKey Takeaways FMCG sustainability is about reducing environmental impact through the use of eco-friendly, recyclable and reusable packaging while trying to be profitable and competitive in an environmentally conscious market. FMCG packaging is about 90% virgin plastic from crude oil and the move to recycled and reusable materials is crucial to reducing carbon emissions and […]
How Lateral Thinking Evolves an Organization’s Mindset
3 minutes readShare: Key Takeaways Cooling and hold time account for 50–75% of total cycle time, making cooling optimization the highest-impact lever in injection moulding productivity. Conventional straight-drilled channels often fail to cool complex geometries evenly, leading to hotspots, higher cycle times, and poor part quality. Conformal cooling channels follow the mould contours, positioning cooling closer to […]
Recycling Aerosol & Beverage Cans | Process, Benefits & Impact
5 minutes readKey Takeaways Aluminium and steel are the primary materials used in aerosol and beverage cans, both of which are fully recyclable without any loss of quality. Recycling aluminium saves 95% of the energy required to produce it from raw materials, making it one of the most energy-efficient materials to recycle. Improper disposal contributes to landfill […]
Part 3 Interesting Insights About Let Down Ratio in Post-Consumer Resin
4 minutes readKey Takeaways Let Down Ratio (LDR) The ratio of master-batch added to base resin to achieve the required color strength, consistency and appearance of molded plastic parts in the final product. The natural gray non-uniform base color of PCR is pale and unappealing for bright colors such as white, yellow or blue, so darker colors […]
Optimal Clamping Force in Injection Moulding
4 minutes readKey Takeaways Cooling and hold time account for 50–75% of total cycle time, making cooling optimization the highest-impact lever in injection moulding productivity. Conventional straight-drilled channels often fail to cool complex geometries evenly, leading to hotspots, higher cycle times, and poor part quality. Conformal cooling channels follow the mould contours, positioning cooling closer to the […]