Category: Production Equipment

• May 24, 2022

  Circulators 101

  

  March 6, 2024 Circulators (Thermolators, Temperature Controllers) are essential components in injection molding processes, primarily utilized for controlling the temperature of molds so that as the part cools after injection, it maintains dimension, shape and structure – ensuring consistent quality and efficiency. Controlling the mold temperature is critical to good parts. You can get good…
• May 3, 2022

  Sizing a Chiller

  

  for Injection Molding May 19, 2022 The Right TypeMost refrigeration is designed for static loads, like in a meat cooler.In plastics processing, heat is added to and removed from the moldduring every cycle. Select a chiller designed for active heat loads. The Right SizeAlthough an undersized chiller will cost less to buy, the chiller will…
• April 25, 2022

  Mold Temperature Control

  

  Product Selection Guide April 25, 2022 (All Images Clickable) 1. How Many Zones? Single Zone Temperature Control System Part #’s: 149127 & 145116Pgs. 242-243 of the IMS Catalog (46th Edition)(No Control Module/Card) 1 & 2 Zone Housing Part #’s: 104199 & 104303Pg. 246 of the IMS Catalog (46th Edition)Require Control Modules / Cards – 1…
• March 14, 2022

  Spiral Technology

  

  Cut Cycle Time – Mold Better Parts IMS Select Exclusive Spiral™ End Caps, Screw Tips,R-Screws and Hoppers will help you do both! Logarithmic spiral curves promote a faster, freer flow of material than conventional, flat tapers. A smoother, unencumbered flow produces better parts. These facts are why IMS incorporates spiral curves in each component of…