From design to finished product: the complete process of mold development
When we talk about mold development, it is a process that starts from the design stage and ends up at the production of final products. In guiding customers through this intricate journey, JSJM Technology acts as an injection mould maker giving them all necessary advice thereby enhancing precision and effectiveness at every step.
Conceptualization and Designing
The first phase of mold development involves conceptualization. This step is aimed at translating the clients’ requirements into workable designs. Some of the factors which should be considered at this point include intended application of molded part, material selection and volume of production required.
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
During the design stage, there is a need for Design for Manufacturability (DFM). It helps to ensure that the mold design is optimized for efficient production by minimizing issues like warping, sink marks or gate vestiges.
Mold Making
The next step after finalizing on the design is mold making. Typically, this encompasses:
Tooling Design
Tooling design entails creating drawings in particulars with respect to specifications of mold components out lined herewithin i.e., core and cavity blocks; ejector pins; cooling channels and gating systems.
CNC Machining
The purpose of this process is to create mold components with Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines that are highly accurate. Accuracy is required in machining to ensure that the tolerances for the molded parts are met.
Assembly and Tryout
Following machining, the different mold components will be assembled and then tested during a tryout stage. This step assists in identifying any problems before entering full scale production phase.
Injection Molding
When all is set up, the injection molding procedure can start. The following steps are involved:
Material Preparation
The chosen resin has to be prepared for injection which may involve drying, addition of other chemicals or colourants.
Injection Molding Cycle
Clamping of the mold, injecting melted resin into it, holding pressure for some time, cooling down and finally ejecting the part after it has been moulded sum up what is involved in an injection molding cycle.
Post-Production
Post-production activities help identify design requirements that should be adhered to by molded parts. These activities include but not limited to;
Inspection and Quality Control
Each molded part undergoes inspection as a means of ensuring that it meets both quality standards as well as design criteria.
Secondary Operations
Trimming or drilling or even painting among others might be necessary so as to make a finished part.
Packaging and Shipping
Afterwards, finished parts are packed and shipped out to their respective clients.
Conclusion
The creation of a mold is a very careful process which takes the years of experience to make it perfect. JSJM Technology’s dedication to quality and customer service ensures that every phase of development adheres to the highest standards. Molds from JSJM Technology are manufactured using advanced technology and highly skilled labor, making them capable of producing high-quality parts with speed and reliability. The growing demand for precision molded products calls for an efficient and simplified mold development process.
