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What to Consider when Designing Elastomer Compounds for Automated Injection Molding
Mar 15, 2018Elastomer compound design for injection molding is a complex balance of end-use properties, product specifications, chemistry, and processing characteristics. Careful consideration must be given to all variables, such as the physical form of the compound, polymer type, cure system, cycle time,...
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Understanding and Selecting Performance Additives for Rubber Compounding
Mar 15, 2018This white paper addresses when and how to use performance additives. When properly selected, performance additives bring value and clear benefits to the application. They address manufacturing and process concerns to help maintain quality and consistency during compounding.
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Peroxide Cureable Silicone Injection Molding
Mar 15, 2018High Consistency Rubber (HCR) silicone injection molding requires special considerations to manufacture quality parts. The selection of the press, mold design, and gate design are integral to success. HCR silicone processing poses unique challenges when compared with organic polymer based rubber ...
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