Fundamentals of Injection Molding

This 2-day seminar provides a full, basic knowledge of plastics injection molding technology. Covers the process, the machine, the parameters, the variables, the mold, the material,. quality, and common defects.

Section One - Introduction To Polymer Structure

            * Plastics Defined
            * Crystalline Versus Amorphous
            * Reaction To The Molding Process

Section Two - Basics Of Mold Construction

            * What Are The Components
            * How Do They Interact
            * Advantages Of Typical Designs

Section Three - The Injection Molding Machine

            * Injection Unit
            * Clamp Unit
            * The Controls

Section Four - Parameters Of The Molding Process

            * Identifying The Parameters
            * Establishing Values
            * Understanding Interactions

Section Five - The Role Of Polymer Structure

            * Material Selection Process
            * Why Crystalline Or Amorphous
            * Understanding Shrinkage

Section Six - Basic Design Considerations

            * Draft Angles, Undercuts
            * Wall Thickness, Transitions
            * Gates, Runners, Vents

Section Seven - The Concept Of Troubleshooting

            * Understanding How To Troubleshoot
            * The Four Areas Of Concern
            * Designing A Sensible Method

Section Eight - The Most Common Defects And Solutions

            * Video Examples
            * One-On-One Discussions
            * Classroom Problem Solving

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PLEASE NOTE: There is an additional instructors travel expense fee of $1,500 for every seminar. The 2-day attendee fee shown below includes all handout materials and a hardcover textbook for the specific seminar chosen. Lunch and break accommodations are the responsibility of your company.

Our rates are  shown in the following chart. All fees are payable in advance by check or credit card. Please contact us directly if you have requirements for other subjects.

Please contact us by phone (512) 863-5933
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Attendee Comments:

"Mr. Bryce has a very effective style of communication, making everything easy to comprehend. He obviously understands the industry and its complexities.".

"Doug was extremely knowledgeable on the subject and very good at answering all questions presented." 

"Overall, the seminar offered a terrific learning experience. It raised a lot of questions to ask our suppliers, and generated further interest in injection molding."

"Very much worth the money. Less expensive than attending regional seminars, and I can start increasing profits right away with the things I learned."

"I have 30 years experience and still learned a lot from Doug. Well worth the fee."