R&D Strength
In terms of material research, R&D personnel need to be proficient in the characteristics of commonly used mold materials such as plastics, rubber, and special alloys. Understanding their melting point, flowability, shrinkage rate, mechanical strength and other indicators is necessary to accurately select materials according to different product requirements. For example, for injection molding of electronic product casings, materials with good insulation, dimensional stability, and excellent appearance quality should be selected; Injection molding of automotive engine peripheral components requires high-strength materials that are resistant to high temperatures and impacts, which is a profound accumulation of material science knowledge.
Precision machining capability is equally indispensable. The machining accuracy of key parts such as the mold cavity and core is often measured in micrometers. The R&D team needs to operate advanced CNC machining centers, electrical discharge molding machines, and other equipment to ensure that the surface smoothness and dimensional tolerances of the molds meet high standards. Any minor defects may cause defects in the injection molded products, such as burrs, bubbles, and dimensional deviations, affecting product assembly and performance.
Innovative design thinking is the soul of mold injection molding research and development. On the one hand, it is necessary to be good at using computer-aided design and simulation software to optimize the mold structure in advance, simulate the flow and cooling solidification of the melt during the injection molding process, predict potential problems and improve them; On the other hand, being able to keep up with market trends and integrate creativity into products from the perspectives of ergonomics, aesthetics, etc., such as designing simple, stylish, and easy to operate shell molds for smart home devices, can make products stand out in terms of functionality and appearance, meet the increasingly diverse needs of consumers, and help enterprises seize the opportunity in fierce competition. Having excellent mold injection research and development capabilities is the key to opening the door to high-end manufacturing and continuously empowering industrial upgrading.