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Injection molding machines - Constructive functions and solutions

Author: Thomas MUNCH

Publication date: January 10, 2009

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3. Closing group

3.1 Constructive functions and solutions

The clamping unit includes functions for opening and closing the mold, but also for locking the mold and ejecting parts.

In this section, we'll take a brief look at solutions for realizing the functions of the closing group.

  • Closing and opening the mold: the movements of the moving part of the mold are ensured by a hydraulic or mechanical device. The actuator of the mechanical device can be hydraulic or electric.

  • Guiding the moving part of the mold: the mold is guided during closing and opening by a system of runners, columns or a combination of both.

  • Securing the mold during...

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