Guides for Injection Molding Decisions
Sussex IM handbooks provide practical reference material for engineers and buyers, focusing on production considerations that affect part quality, cost, and manufacturability.
Handbooks
Ejection Methods Handbook
An overview of ejection systems utilized in injection molding. The best ejection system balances performance, reliability, manufacturability, and tooling cost.
Plastic Part Decoration Handbook
Covers common decoration methods and where each one fits, including pad printing, hot stamping, heat transfer, in-mold labeling, laser engraving, and pressure-sensitive labels. Includes considerations such as substrate, surface finish, durability requirements, color needs, and tooling impact.
Gate Types Handbook
Explains common gate types and how gate selection affects appearance, vestige, flow, and cycle time. Covers manual and automatic trim options, specialty gate types, placement considerations, and troubleshooting for common gate issues.
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