Flash in injection molding, a common defect where excess molten plastic escapes the cavity and solidifies into thin, unwanted protrusions, remains a persistent challenge for manufacturers. This issue ...

Discover how a new smart manufacturing drilling solution is transforming plastic injection molding. This innovation ...

ZHONGSHAN, China, March 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — "Common Injection Molding Design Mistakes and Optimization Guide" was not just breaking news within the First Mold, but a major announcement. The ...

We’ve made hundreds of thousands of molds over the years! With that much experience, it goes with the territory that we’ve seen designs in which injection molding expertise is evident, and other ...

Polymer rheology—the study of how polymers flow and deform—is key to achieving consistent quality in manufacturing and 3D printing. From injection molding to extrusion, understanding viscosity, ...

A new process for molding airbag covers promises a 30% reduction in the amount of material used, less distortion in finished parts, and easier designing for engineers. At K 2013, Research institute ...

Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) has become a material of choice for the medical device industry. Its biocompatibility, flexibility, chemical resistance, and ability to withstand sterilization make it ...

New nickel-PTFE nanocomposite mold integrates lubricating particles directly into the matrix, achieving over 1,500 defect-free molding cycles without coatings for microfluidic devices. (Nanowerk News) ...

Switching from 3D printing to injection molding can make or break your product’s budget and performance. The right decision depends on production volume, design maturity, and cost structure.