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Advanced Unscrewing Mechanisms for Injection Molds
Introduction The previous parts of this series examined eight advanced thread release mechanisms that eliminate or simplify conventional hydraulic and...
Angle Pin Thread Release and Unscrewing System Selection
Angle pin thread release systems provide a simple alternative to traditional unscrewing mechanisms by using sliders to release external threads...
Rotating Threaded Cores Without Retraction in Injection Molds
Not every threaded product requires a retracting core. This article explores anti-rotation systems that allow threaded cores to rotate without...
Rotating and Returning Threaded Core Systems
Rotating and returning threaded core systems are among the most effective solutions for molding deep internal threads. This article explains...
The 2 Millimeters That Could Have Stopped an Entire Mold
A customer requested a technical review of a mold equipped with self-locking cylinders. During the analysis, Vega Technical Dep. identified...
When the Cylinder Is Not the Problem
Recurring hydraulic cylinder leaks are not always caused by defective cylinders. Learn how Vega Technical Dep. uncovered contamination, maintenance issues,...
Why Push Force Is Only Half the Story
A mold maker wanted to replace an existing hydraulic solution with self-locking cylinders. Through a complete analysis of injection forces,...
Why We Refused to Approve This Cylinder
Sometimes the most valuable engineering answer is "No". This case study shows how Vega Technical Dep. identified a hidden risk...
Can We Use a Smaller Cylinder?
A customer wanted to know if a smaller hydraulic cylinder could be used in a large injection mold. Through force...