Amanda Nicholson, Author at The Madison Group

Semi-crystalline amorphous polymers

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Video Series: Semi-Crystalline vs. Amorphous Resins | Polymeric Materials

Thermoplastic polymers can be categorized as semi-crystalline or amorphous. Semi-crystalline polymers possess long range molecular…

Amanda NicholsonAugust 23, 2023

thermoplastic thermoset polymers

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Video Series: Thermosets vs. Thermoplastics | Polymeric Materials

Polymers are macromolecules, which are very long molecules, made up of repeating units called monomers.…

Amanda NicholsonAugust 23, 2023

Introduction to Polymers

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Video Series: Introduction to Polymers | Polymeric Materials

A polymer is any class of natural or synthetic substances composed of very large molecules,…

Amanda NicholsonAugust 9, 2023

gate size injection mold design

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Video Series: How Does Gate Size Affect Part Dimensions and Performance

The size of a gate is important because it will impact the aesthetics and performance…

Amanda NicholsonJuly 12, 2023

gate design

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Video Series: How Do Gates Affect Part Quality

The gate is an opening in the mold that allows molten plastic to flow into…

Amanda NicholsonJuly 12, 2023

hot versus cold runner systems

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Video Series: Introduction to Hot and Cold Runners for Injection Molded Parts

The feed system is the section of the mold that allows molten plastic to flow…

Amanda NicholsonJuly 12, 2023