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Injection molding machines and methods for accounting for changes in material properties during injection molding runs

US8980146B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 10, 2014
Grant dateMar 17, 2015
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Expiry dateFeb 10, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/00
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method and a machine that account for changes in material properties of molten plastic material during an injection run. If viscosity of the molten plastic material changes during an injection run, a controller alters an injection pressure to ensure that molten plastic material fills a mold cavity within a correct amount of time to prevent part flaws such as short shots or flashing.

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