User talk:Kwhammel

Insert molding is uses the same equipment as injection molding
Clamping tonnage on the mold determines type of material to be used and complexity of the mold
Stampings used in parts are restricted in size by the mold
Most presses manufacturers provide proprietary options for automation
Automating presses decreases cycle time in most instances and allows for a more efficient process to occur
Applications exist in multiple areas, including automotive and electronics
Type of application determines both type of plastic and composition of the inserts
Length of cooling has direct effect on hardness of plastic
Rate of injection can determine whether or not voids form in the plastic after it has been injected into the mold
Inspection of parts accomplished either manually or with the aid of automated inspection systems
Multiple presses can be used in conjunction to form parts with inserts and more than one type of plastic overmold —Preceding unsigned comment added by Joegrohens (talk • contribs) 17:09, 3 October 2008 (UTC)[reply]