Injection molding.

This system for self optimization of the rubber injection molding process is said to offer the lowest possible cycle time, still keeping the defined level of quality. The concept is based on detailed production knowledge which is essential for reaching the optimal cure time in a stable process, according to the company. The system takes into consideration fluctuating material behaviors, mold conditions and worker efficiency. The concept is said to realize a close cooperation between the control analysis system and the rubber injection molding system.

For lifting the compound to the fight temperature level, the company's FIFO (first in, first out) rubber injection unit is used, together with a tempering channel. A tempering channel is said to represent the new generation of cold runners which allow for lifting of the compound temperature already closer to the temperature level which should be reached in the cavity at the end of the injection process. The final temperature will be created close to the cavities by means of adjustable runner nozzles.

Creating the friction which is necessary to reach the final temperature close to the cavities is said to be essential for a stable process and an optimum cure time. The power for this action is supported from the company's FIFO rubber injection unit with its short nozzle, offering a powerful, homogenous injection process. Altogether, the rubber injection molding machine MTF1500/280ergo, control PC-5000touch, tempering channel, mold, demolding kit and [cure.sup.2] are said to build a highly efficient rubber injection system with reduced cure time.

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