Compared to other manufacturing processes, injection molding is incredibly complex and requires experience to achieve mastery. From designing parts for injection molding constraints to choosing between single vs multi cavity tooling to overseeing multi-step post processing operations, there’s a lot to manage and consider.
To help jumpstart your understanding of this complex process, we put together this 4-part educational video series where Fictiv’s Director of Overseas Manufacturing, Cameron Moore, will walk you through key injection molding tricks of the trade he’s acquired over thirteen years living and working in the manufacturing industry in China.
Episodes
Tool Types: Single vs Multi vs Family Cavity Tools
Learn the pros and cons of different tool types and which one is best suited for your manufacturing needs.
Tricks of the Trade: Secondary Operations
Learn expert tips on how to manage multi-step post processing operations for injection molding including heat staking, painting and assembly.
Mold Life: Rapid vs Production Tooling
Learn the differences and pros and con between rapid vs production tooling and tricks of the trade to extend your mold life.
Manufacturability Feedback Tips
Learn why manufacturability early on is critical to your success in injection molding and how Fictiv can help.