Transfer molding can accommodate short runs, which makes it well suited for medical devices. Transfer molding is widely used in overmolding silicone products, especially the handles of medical devices ...

Engel and Elmet are introducing a new low-temperature silicone curing process that speeds processing time for injection molded two-component parts for medical and other applications. At the heart of ...

While liquid silicone rubber (LSR) injection molding is a mature process, emerging technologies are changing the face of the old workhorse. As manufacturers increasingly mold medical products such as ...

Formlabs announced two new and interesting resin materials and SLS packaging. The company’s flagship Form 3 systems now boast some 45 different resin materials, making them one of the most versatile ...

NEW YORK CITY—In some ways, the process of micromolding is a contradiction. As medical and health care markets demand smaller and more precisely designed components, the micromolding industry grows in ...

ProMed, a leading contract manufacturer specializing in silicone and plastic components for regulated industries, announces significant advancements in liquid silicone rubber molding (LSR) technology ...

I had a discussion with Axtra3D and learned about a couple of new materials from the company. Axtra3D produces 3D printers that use their proprietary HPS resin 3D printing process. HPS is a ...

Mold making is a hacking skill we see pop up around here from time to time. But rarely do we hear about problems in the process, and they must happen. Here’s proof. This Fail of the Week focuses on ...