AM mold inserts show promise for short-run injection molding, systematic review finds

A systematic review from European research institutions shows that additive manufacturing can effectively produce mold inserts for plastic injection molding, particularly beneficial for short-run production. This approach could reduce costs and lead times compared to traditional mold manufacturing methods for projects requiring limited production volumes.

Researchers from the University of Navarra, IKOR Technology Centre, GAIKER Technology Centre, and Valencian International University have published a systematic review examining how additive manufacturing can be used to produce mold inserts for plastic injection molding. Published in Rapid…

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