For most industries, it only makes sense to find the lowest cost yet most durable materials to produce the products they need. As a versatile manufacturing technique, injection molding plays a crucial role in developing and creating many modern products, from consumer toys to airplane components. This article will look at the top 6 industrial […]
Although many plastic component designers may not think about it, core preload is an essential part of any successful injection molding project requiring precision and uniformity. As the creators of KOR-LOK® Side Action Systems, PFA has a unique understanding of preload and the critical importance of choosing a hydraulic locking cylinder (HLC) that will maintain proper preload […]
As an important, yet sometimes overlooked, part of the injection mold design process, individual components can often be overlooked as primary systems take center stage. This is particularly a concern with some overseas suppliers that are looking to cut corners to increase profit margins. In this article, we will look at some important components that […]
While using molds to make solid objects has been a concept for thousands of years, plastic injection molding is a far more recent development. Through the injection molding process, a liquified plastic resin is injected into a mold where it will chemically cure or eventually cool into the shape that the mold provides. In this […]
For military and tactical industries, finding the balance between both dependability and uniformity is essential. And, although you may not think it fits from an outside perspective, plastic injection molding is an ideal approach to creating tactical products and military-grade equipment quickly and affordably. In this article, we will explore some of the benefits of […]
Hydraulic cylinders are commonly used on injection molds to actuate movable core. When considering “How to Size” a hydraulic cylinder for moving the core or preloading the core, PFA recommends to review three positions – initial breakaway, movement during stroke, and end position. After determining the limiting condition, a proper size may be determined. PFA’s […]
Although most manufacturers do not think about it, core preload is an important part of any successful injection molding project that requires not only precision but uniformity. As the creator of KOR-LOK® Side Action Systems, PFA understands not only core forces under injection but also how preload is necessary to overcome those forces and the importance of choosing […]
As one of the most trusted processes for manufacturing complex products and components, injection molding can provide many benefits to businesses across multiple industries.
When you partner with PFA, Inc. for mold optimization, you can be sure that you are shrinking the Money-Time-Quality Triangle.
Improve complex injection-molded part quality and profitability by reducing mold base size and preloading slides from a solid structure to ensure placement.
The Top 6 Industrial Applications for Injection Molding
For most industries, it only makes sense to find the lowest cost yet most durable materials to produ...
How to Use Hydraulic Locking Cylinders to Improve Plastic Injection-Molded Part Profitability
Improve complex injection-molded part quality and profitability by reducing mold base size and prelo...
Customized Solutions for Single Minute Exchange of Dies
PFA, Inc. products that can help you achieve faster die change rates while still maintaining accurac...
Why Should You Choose PFA?
As the leader in the design and manufacturer of several industry-preferred products, PFA Inc. strive...
Enhance Your Mold Wiring System with SWITCHMAX™
Much more than just cabling, the PFA, Inc. SWITCHMAX™ is the ultimate connectivity solution for inje...