Fundamental Injection Molding Training Programs
These online courses are a perfect starting point for entry-level personnel – and an excellent refresher course for any employee involved in an injection molding operation.
Participants are provided with an overview of the plastics industry and introduced to injection molding, with emphasis on safety. The courses go on to explain how an injection molding machine and mold function, how the process works, and the nature of plastic materials. Concepts such as quality control, troubleshooting, and process optimization are also introduced.
Introduction to Injection Molding
This course provides participants with a general introduction to the plastics industry. The primary focus of this training program is the day-to-day operations of a typical injection molding facility. An Introduction to Injection Molding was created for newcomers to the injection molding industry or anyone that would like to learn more about plastics. We recommend that new hires t… MORE >
Injection Molding Basics
Our Basics series provides participants with a general understanding of the three major aspects of injection molding; the injection molding machine, the molding process, and the injection mold. These programs use 3D animation to demonstrate the inner workings of the machine and mold and to easily convey otherwise complex concepts. Important safety precautions are stressed throughout… MORE >
Understanding Plastics
This program explains how and why plastics are different and cites several different types of polymers and processing considerations. Understanding Plastics emphasizes material handling, explains regrind, and covers the effects that moisture can have on molded part properties during processing… MORE >
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