The ENGEL Group showcased new and established technologies for silicone injection molding during its Silicone Days 2026 event ...
Discover how a new smart manufacturing drilling solution is transforming plastic injection molding. This innovation ...
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Mastering polymer rheology for perfect processing
Polymer rheology—the study of how polymers flow and deform—is key to achieving consistent quality in manufacturing and 3D printing. From injection molding to extrusion, understanding viscosity, ...
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Mastering the switch from 3D printing to molding
Switching from 3D printing to injection molding can make or break your product’s budget and performance. The right decision depends on production volume, design maturity, and cost structure.
Flash in injection molding, a common defect where excess molten plastic escapes the cavity and solidifies into thin, unwanted protrusions, remains a persistent challenge for manufacturers. This issue ...
ZHONGSHAN, China, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- "Common Injection Molding Design Mistakes and Optimization Guide" was not just breaking news within the First Mold, but a major announcement. The ...
The WiAssist app from the Wittmann Group now includes a module that calculates the material’s dwell time inside the plasticizing unit, aimed at simplifying the selection of the screw size and ...
Matt is a sicko for retro FPS games, fighting games, Metroidvanias, roguelikes, and RPGs. Some of his current favorite games include the Final Fantasy series, Street Fighter 6, Slay the Spire, Path of ...
Self-lubricating nickel mold with nano-fillers enables defect-free polymer microstructure production
New nickel-PTFE nanocomposite mold integrates lubricating particles directly into the matrix, achieving over 1,500 defect-free molding cycles without coatings for microfluidic devices. (Nanowerk News) ...
Testing over 1,500 molding cycles demonstrated its ability to produce clean, defect-free polymer microstructures without contamination. The approach offers a cost-effective, durable, and biocompatible ...
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