Tag: Quality
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Revolutionizing Precision Measurement for Rubber Parts with CT Scan
The Challenge: Understanding Rubber Part Requirements and Tolerances Customer X, a precision injection molder, faced significant challenges in understanding the part requirements of a rubber part, tolerances, and the ability to meet these stringent demands set by their end-customer of a rubber part. However we helped them with a CT Scanning of the rubber parts…
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Why Moldflow Analysis is Crucial in the Design for Manufacturing Process: Insights from Vohrum
Moldflow analysis stands as a pivotal component in the design for manufacturing (DFM) process, particularly within the realm of injection molding. This advanced simulation technique enables engineers to predict and optimize the flow of molten plastic within molds, ensuring that the final product meets stringent quality and performance standards. By leveraging mold flow analysis services,…
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Achieving Precision in 3D Printing: A Guide to Managing Material Properties and Shrinkage Challenges
In the realm of 3D printing, achieving precision is a critical goal for professionals seeking to enhance manufacturing accuracy and ensure optimal dimension control. As the industry continues to evolve, understanding the intricacies of material properties and managing part shrinkage becomes paramount. This guide delves into the challenges of thermal contraction and plastic deformation, providing…
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Understanding Sink Marks in Injection Moulding: Impact on Product Aesthetics and Quality
Sink marks in injection moulding represent a common yet critical defect that can significantly impact the aesthetics and quality of the final product. These depressions occur on the surface of a molded part when the shrinkage of the inner material is not compensated during the cooling process, leading to uneven surfaces and potential structural weaknesses.…
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The Precision of Moldflow Analysis in Injection Moulding: A Deep Dive for Industry Innovators
In the ever-evolving landscape of manufacturing, the precision of mold flow analysis in injection molding is a game-changer for industry innovators seeking to refine their production processes. Mold flow analysis is a critical component of the design for manufacturing process that allows engineers to predict how melted plastic will behave in a mold cavity, ensuring…
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Revolutionizing Quality Control With CT-Scanning
In the ever-evolving landscape of quality control and precision engineering, a our Zeiss Metrotom 1 stands out as a game-changer powered by cutting-edge computed tomography technology. This compact yet powerful 3D scanning solution offers unmatched ease of use and precision, enabling users to inspect internal structures and detect hidden defects with no part preparation required.…
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Mastering Process Robustness: The Role of Concurrent Engineering in Plastic Injection Moulding
In the competitive world of manufacturing, achieving process robustness in plastic injection moulding is a pivotal factor for ensuring part quality consistency and manufacturing efficiency. Concurrent engineering emerges as a key strategy for addressing the complex challenges inherent in the moulding process, facilitating seamless collaboration across design, engineering, and production teams. By integrating concurrent engineering…
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How precision injection moulders benefit from using CT-Scanning technology to improve quality and stability of processes
Precision injection molding refers to a highly controlled and precise manufacturing process used to produce complex and high-tolerance plastic parts. Precision injection molding involves tight control over various parameters to achieve high accuracy, consistency, and repeatability in the production of plastic components. Key aspects of precision injection molding include: Precision injection molding is commonly used…
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Assembly issues when using different cavity?
We have all experienced it. Assembly of a few parts but having unforseen issues. The drawing specs of both mating parts are “in-spec”, and both Cavities are in spec too. However, here just is something wrong with the assembly. Or, Cavity 1 can only be assembled with Cavity 1 of another tooling made 15 years…
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CT Scanning of your plastic parts right here in Malaysia
We had a few questions about where our CT Scanning services takes place. Our CT Scanner is located in the Klang Valley (just outside of Kuala Lumpur) hence if you have plastic parts that you need to perform CT Scanning on, we are located in the capital city of Malaysia. Utilizing cutting-edge Zeiss technology, we…
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Do you know that CT Scanner can measure the radius of a plastic part better than a CMM?
The measuring of a rounded part radius is always a challenge. While CT (computed tomography) scanners and CMMs (coordinate measuring machines) are both valuable tools for dimensional measurement, but they operate on different principles and offer distinct advantages. When it comes to measuring the radius of a plastic part, CT scanners have some advantages over…
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Why is differences in wall thickness important and how using CT Scanning you can ensure consistency in the plastic part produced?
Differences in wall thickness are important in injection moulded plastic parts for several reasons, and achieving consistency is crucial for ensuring the overall performance, quality, and manufacturability of the parts. In our years of experience, we have seen how inconsistent wall thickness can impact overall quality of products produced. Importance of Consistent Wall Thickness: Role…
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CT Scan vs. CMM: A Comprehensive Comparison for Part Measurements
Precision in part measurements is paramount across various industries, ranging from manufacturing to quality control. Two technologies frequently employed for this purpose are CT scanning (Computed Tomography) and CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine). In this article, we will explore the differences between CT scans and CMM, evaluating their capabilities and limitations to determine which is better…
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Reverse Engineering of your parts help improve quality in the future – here’s how
By going through a process of reverse engineering of your current manufactured parts vis-a-vis in comparison to your existing tools and 2D drawings, of an existing product can help improve quality in several ways: 1. Understanding design flaws: By deconstructing and analyzing an existing part, engineers can identify any design flaws or weaknesses that may…
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CT Scanning & Measurement Services that we offer
We use the most advanced technology to provide industrial CT scanning services for your mechanical components ie. plastic (or low density metal) parts. Services we provide: CT scan is one of the fastest way to very accurately help you with your metrology needs. By relying in cutting edge X-ray technology, we are able to help…