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This two-day workshop focuses on the theory behind injection molding simulation and how the results can be applied to help engineers and designers make informed decisions in order to maximize profits and reduce lead times. You learn how plastics flow in injection molds and how factors such as part design, mold design and processing affect part performance and dimensional stability. After attending, you are able to better interpret internal and external simulation reports, and use this information to improve critical decision-making regarding part and mold design.
This course can be applied to the following certificates:
Elastomer Technology Certificate
Plastics Technology Certificate
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
- Identify how plastics flow in injection molds
- Interpret internal and external simulation reports
- Improve critical decisions regarding part and mold design
- Maximize profit and reduce lead times
Course Outline/Topics
Background Theory
- 听Overview of injection molding process
- 听Plastics material science
- 听Plastics flow behavior (rheology)
- 听Debunking industry myths
- Thermal/rheological/PvT properties
听Injection Molding Simulation
- Commercial software options
- Effective use of simulation
- Limitations of simulation
- Common results nomenclature
- Results interpretation
Injection Molding Simulation Considerations
- 听Mesh types
- 听Mesh selection
- 听Processing considerations
- 听Identification of poorly run simulation studies
- 听Successful integration of simulation
- 听Recommended analysis procedure