Which Methods Work Best For Molding PET Plastic? Injection, Blow, Stretch
Which is the best method for molding pet plastic, injection, blow moulding or stretch blow moulding? Makers ask this before each job. The wrong choice can result in higher costs and scrap parts on the line. This guide teaches you how to mould PET plastic. It looks at all three methods and shows where each […]
What Documentation Do PET Preform Mould Manufacturers Provide? Drawing, COA, Trial Report
What Documentation do PET preform mould manufacturers provide? This is the most common and vital question for the buyers. In my 10 years of experience in the PET preform mould documentation section I know the exact answers of your questions. In this article I will cover what essential papers a reputable PET preform mould maker […]
How Does Cavity Count Affect Total Mould Price? Single, Multi, Output
How many cavities do you need in your mould and how much will it cost? I have more than 9 years experience in plastic mould price and injection moulding price field. This question comes up in almost every project I’ve seen. What is Cavity Count? Explained in this article. I’ll show you how it impacts […]
How Do Custom Moulds Achieve Tight Tolerances? Design, Machining, Calibration
Why do some custom moulds produce perfect parts every time while others keep failing? I have been in the custom moulding industry for over 15 years. I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t work. I will describe how to achieve tight tolerances in this article. I will walk you through design, machining and calibration step-by-step […]
How Do You Control Quality In Pet Injection Molding? Melt Temp, Back Pressure, Viscosity
Ever ask yourself, Why do plastic parts keep warping, cracking or coming out wrong? This is a question that has been answered in the same way time and time again over my 9 years of experience working closely with PET injection molding machine lines. Read this article to learn how viscosity, melt temperature, and back […]
When Should You Invest In Custom Mold Design? Cavity, Gate, Cooling Layout
Ever ask yourself, “Why do plastic parts keep warping, cracking or coming out wrong?” I have seen this happen many times having worked in the custom mold design industry for more than 8 years. In this post I will discuss the layout of the cavities, the placement of the gates and cooling systems. You’ll also […]
When to Service A Hydraulic Plastic Moulding Machine? Heat Zone, Pump, Cylinder
How do you expect a breakdown of a hydraulic plastic moulding machine? With 9 years experience in the plastic injection moulding industry, I have seen first hand how small issues can turn into major failures if left unaddressed. Here I will show you how to service the heat zone, pump and cylinder of a hydraulic […]
What Drives Hidden Plastic Moulding Costs Up? Shrinkage, Warpage and Flash
Have you ever wondered why the plastic moulding costs keep rising after you get an estimate? I’ve been in the plastic moulding industry for over 8 years and have seen this issue hit companies time and time again. Here, I’ll describe the 3 biggest hidden cost drivers: shrinkage, warpage, and flash. And I’ll show you […]
Why Preform Mold Manufacturers Focus on Precision? cavity accuracy, durability, reliability
Ever wonder why one plastic bottle seals tight, while another leaks on the shelf? I’ve been in the PET packaging industry for 8 years and I’ve seen thousands of bottles destroyed every hour due to preform mold errors. Precision is the most essential part of a smart preform mold manufacturers. This essay will define cavity […]
How Water Bottle Mould Get Clear Finishes? polished cavities, melt balance, transparency
Why are some plastic bottles clear like glass and some cloudy and dull? I have been in the water bottle-mould and water bottle moulding machine business for 8 years. I have seen this problem many times. Clear finish comes from the best production. It’s the result of right action. In this article we will explain […]