Enhance Your Mold Wiring System with SWITCHMAX™
Much more than just cabling, the PFA, Inc. SWITCHMAX™ is the ultimate connectivity solution for injection molds.
August 22, 2019
Plastic & Injection Molding
July 11, 2019
KOR-LOK® Makes Lean Molding Possible
As one of the most recommended products for Injection Molding and Die Casting, the KOR-LOK® Side-Action System is the ultimate lean manufacturing solution.
June 27, 2019
Why Should You Use The Hydra-Jaws™ Quick Mold Change System?
PFA, Inc. has continued to provide the innovative solutions for mechanical clamping that manufacturers need to efficiently and affordably complete SMED in the injection molding industry.
April 19, 2019
Enhance Injection Mold Profitability with a Hydraulic Locking Cylinder
For injection molders that are ready to improve their mold performance and make their parts as efficient as possible, the PFA KOR-LOK® is the obvious choice.
January 11, 2019
Simplify Your Quick Mold Changes with Hydra-Latch™
Quick mold change systems should not only enhance your production processes but should also allow for increased precision and speed. For small-batch manufacturers, being able to quickly and efficiently incorporate easy changeovers is critical for customer satisfaction and increasing production revenues. To help achieve the fastest quick mold changes possible, PFA Incorporated recommends the use […]
November 13, 2018
Improving Die Casting with a Hydraulic Locking Cylinder
For complex applications that require injection molding and die casting, utilizing a reliable and well-constructed hydraulic locking cylinder or core pull is essential for success. Most importantly, you have to ensure that your pre-loading and locking functions can withstand a target rated load without encountering issues. If you are ready to improve your die casting […]
April 1, 2015
In Search of the Infinite Processing Window
Similar to Bolt Torque (preload), Core Pull Cylinder preload using KOR-LOK preloading and locking cylinders can yield zero core movement during injection and help molders achieve an infinite processing window. Read the article published on the MoldMaking Technology website.
June 1, 2011
Modular Side-Action System in Medical Part Molding Reduces Downtime, Cycle Times
Star Die Molding case study discusses the benefits of Modular Side-Actions – PFA’s Hydraulic Locking Core Pull cylinders as a Modular Side-Action System. Read the article on Moldmaking Technology’s website.
February 1, 2006
Understanding the Advantages of New Modular Technology: Maximizing ROI and Minimizing Risk
Proven off-the-shelf modular mold components and complete component systems meet today’s demanding drive for a lean manufacturing approach. Modular often means smaller, better, and more cost effective. KOR-LOK can reduce the mold volume by 75%. Read the article featured in Moldmaking Technology. View the reprint of the entire article by viewing the following link:
January 1, 2004
Quick Math for Cylinder Calculations
Simple cylinder calculations provide good first look comparisons for proper sizing when moldmakers are considering the most suitable side-action option early in the mold design. Read the article published on MoldMaking Technology’s website.
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