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INJECTION MOLDING SIMULATION: SimTech
By admin | September 18, 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 plastics.
- Personnel who want to quickly learn control settings and molded part problem solving.
Benefits of Using SimTech Simulation to Mold Parts
- Personnel can practice molding without tying up a molding machine.
- Personnel can proactice molding in a safe environment without risk to machine or mold
What SimTech teaches:
SimTech allows users to learn the effects of each machine controls to:
- Solve molding problems.
- Show the effects of each machine control on the molded parts.
- Evaluate proposed mold design changes.
- Evaluate the effects of plastic selection.
- The molding plant’s machines, molds and plastics can be molded.
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PRODUCT SHOWCASE: Injection Molded Part Problems & Solutions with SkillBuilder
By admin | September 18, 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 (Knit) Lines, Splay (Silver Streaks), Jetting, Burn Marks, Warp, Cracks and Part Breakage, and Controlling Molded Part Dimensions.
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PRODUCT SHOWCASE: Sheet Extrusion Technology
By admin | September 14, 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 overview of the machinery that makes up the sheet line and how it operates. Topics include roll stand designs and operation, design and operation of the chill rolls, types of gauging systems, static discharge systems, design and operation of trimmers, pull rolls, winders and cutters.
Lesson 2: Sheet Extrusion Dies - This lesson discusses the various sheet die design advantages and disadvantages and their construction including the manifold design, heaters, restrictor bars, deckle bars, and types of die lips including fixed lip, adjustable lip and flexible lip.
Lesson 3: Controlling Plastic Flow in the Die - Teaches the design and operation of the T-type, the Coathanger, and the Curved Manifold sheet die designs, as well as how the restrictor bar and the die gap adjustment are used to control plastic flow through the sheet die. Feed block and co-extrusion dies are also discussed.
Lesson 4: Plastic Behavior in the Sheet Extrusion Line - Topics include plastic behavior as it affects finished sheet quality as the plastic travels from the sheet die through the downstream sheet line. Molecular orientation, die swell, the effects of roll speed and roll cooling, how cooling affects semicrystalline plastics, uniaxial and biaxial orientation and annealing are all discussed. The lesson also discusses the fundamentals of process control of the sheet line.
Lesson 5: Pre-Start, Start-up, and Steady State Operating Procedures - Takes the student through the process of starting up the sheet extrusion line safely and efficiently, starting from a power-off, cold extruder. The goal is to achieve steady state operations, monitoring machine settings and product properties, as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Lesson 6: Safety and Shutdown Procedures - Demonstrates how to safely shut down the sheet extrusion line at the end of a production run. This lesson also discusses safety principles, including proper personnel apparel and recommended operating procedures around the machinery, in the sheet extrusion plant.
Lesson 7: Troubleshooting the Sheet Extrusion Line - This lesson demonstrates and provides techniques for solving many common problems when operating the sheet extrusion line. Both product defects and their cause as related to machine control settings and process variations are discussed. Each problem is analyzed in a systematic manner and solutions are presented.
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On-Line Plastics Training With Paulson
By admin | September 14, 2007
Paulson Training Programs provides a broad range of online plastics training solutions to help businesses grow and compete on a global scale. It has always been our goal to provide convenient, high-quality, and affordable online plastics training solutions while utilizing the latest technology.
Over 30 years ago, we began with a concentration in plastics industry training. To date we’ve helped over 3,000 companies and 30,000 professionals with plastics training online and other solutions that are truly powerful and proven. Our extensive training online library provides solutions for every area of your company — from front office to shop floor. It’s a total solution for any company.
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PRODUCT SHOWCASE: Injection Molding Expert Series
By admin | September 14, 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 plastic behavior to the molding machine controls.
This course builds an in-depth understanding of the molding process for those wishing to be at the expert molding level. The lessons of injection molding training focus on the relationship between machine controls and plastic behavior and how to optimize the molding cycle. Also available in Spanish.
Lesson 1 : Inside the Injection Molded Part
Lesson 2 : Plastic Flow: Understanding How Flow Affects the Molding Process
Lesson 3 : The Effects of Temperature, Pressure, Flow & Cooling on the Molded Part
Lesson 4 : The Requirements to Control Molded Part Quality
Lesson 5 : The Expert Use of Molding Machine Controls
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INJECTION MOLDING TRAINING: Basic Molding Machine Operations
By admin | September 14, 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 process, then covers basic material handling do’s and don’ts, machine part identification and standard operator responsibilities during the molding cycle. Emphasis is given to operating safety, protection of molds from damage, and proper plastic part handling.
- Lesson 2 - This plastics training lesson explains molding machine operations. It also discusses regrinding, trimming flash and degating plastic parts from runners. Employees are taught to identify common part defects such as short shots, flash, warp, surface defects and color changes.
Paulson School of Molding’s fully interactive plastics training program introduces newcomers to technology using injection molding training with full motion video, text, audio and graphic animation.
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Customized Training Services
By admin | September 14, 2007
Whether you’re looking for injection molding training, plastics processing training or online plastics training, we at Paulson work with you to deliver a training solution that meets your specific needs. If our existing training solutions for injection, extrusion, blow molding or other plastics topics do not meet your needs, we will work with you to customize our programs or create something especially for you.
All Paulson plastics training courseware can be customized to meet your plant’s unique training needs. The built-in customizing tools allow you to insert your own graphics and questions to expand on information already presented in the courses. For example, you can insert a picture of your plant, your production floor, your machine or your products. You can even add questions that relate specifically to your plant’s operations or safety issues you want employees to be aware of. Paulson is available to help you with any customizing you may want to do and will be happy to work with you to tailor our lessons to your specific needs. Ask your representative about customizing your training today.
ADDITIONAL TRAINING SERVICES
Paulson Training provides a number of additional training products and services that can be customized to meet your specific training needs.
These include:
- Training Needs Analysis
- Installation Assistance
- Technical Support
- Software Upgrades & Advancements
- On-Site Program Review & Support
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