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New Electric Injection Molding Machine Course

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010

Electric molding machines now account for over 50% of new machine sales. There are several reasons for their popularity, more precise control, lower electricity consumption, and potentially faster cycles are among the reasons. But along with these and other advantages are potential problems. To avoid very expensive operating mistakes, these machines require knowledgeable personnel with […]

Effective Employee Training for Plastics Manufacturers

Sunday, February 15th, 2009

Most plastics processors have long realized the importance of having a structured employee training and development program in place. When production floor employees are given the opportunity to learn and then apply their new knowledge and skills on the production floor, productivity, quality and ultimately, profits all improve.
Well trained employees are better equipped to deal […]

INJECTION MOLDING TRAINING: Hot Runner Molding Solutions

Tuesday, September 18th, 2007

This plastics training from Paulson Training Programs uses the latest in 3-D technology and digital video imaging to go inside the mold and hot runner and examine the many components that make up the system. In addition to examining the parts of the hot runner and how plastic flows through the hot runner system, this […]

PRODUCT SHOWCASE: Efficient Mold Setting

Tuesday, September 18th, 2007

Efficient Mold Setting
2 Lessons, 3 Hours of training
This injection molding training course from Paulson Training Programs provides basic procedures on how to efficiently set up a mold, troubleshoot mold problems, and properly remove and prepare a mold for storage.
Lesson 1 — Mold Installation and Set-Up Procedures
Lesson 2 — Mold Troubleshooting, Removal and Storage
Recommended For:

Set-up
Mold Maintenance
Machine […]

INJECTION MOLDING SIMULATION: SimTech

Tuesday, September 18th, 2007

Applications: Off-the-production-floor experience in machine/mold setup, operation and problem solving using an injection molding simulator (think “Flight Simulator” for injection molding).
Who Should Use SimTech?

Setup personnel, foreman, process engineers who want to become expert in the injection molding process.
Experienced molders who would benefit from knowing the effects of each machine control when using different molds and […]

PRODUCT SHOWCASE: Injection Molded Part Problems & Solutions with SkillBuilder

Tuesday, September 18th, 2007

This course from Paulson Training Programs is designed to train in the recognition and analysis of part defects including a description of machine control adjustments necessary to correct specific part defects. Includes in-depth explanations of causes and solutions to 11 of the most common molded part problems: Voids, Sink Marks, Short Shots, Flash, Weld […]

PRODUCT SHOWCASE: Sheet Extrusion Technology

Friday, September 14th, 2007

This plastics training is designed to be used in conjunction with our 9-lesson singe screw extrusion course. It provides an overview of sheet extrusion technology ranging from parts and op eration, to controlling plastic flow in the die, to troubleshooting the sheet.
Sheet Extrusion Technology Lessons
Lesson 1: The Sheet Extrusion Line: Parts and Operation - An […]

PRODUCT SHOWCASE: Injection Molding Expert Series

Friday, September 14th, 2007

Greatly enhance the knowledge and effectiveness of your molding personnel with Paulson Training Programs Expert Series!

Learn how the four plastic processing variables of pressure, temperature, flow rate and cooling rate determine ALL part properties.
Discover the relationship between cavity pressures and the internal part stresses they create.
Mold better parts by applying your increased knowledge of […]

INJECTION MOLDING TRAINING: Basic Molding Machine Operations

Friday, September 14th, 2007

This is an introductory injection molding training course describing molding machine parts and operation, operator responsibilities, safe practices and identifying part defects. It is ideal for all operators, entry-level employees, temporary employees, and even job candidates. Also available in Spanish.

Lesson 1 - This plastics training lesson starts with an overview of the injection molding […]