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SUMMARY:TMGPLASTICEDU On Demand Webinars
DESCRIPTION:On demand webinar events from The Madison Group for plastic industry professionals.\nAt The Madison Group we believe that success relies heavily on continuous education\, especially in the ever evolving landscape of polymeric materials. This is a value that holds true not just for our own staff but for our clients as well. We want to further our client’s knowledge and understanding of polymer materials to help them be more successful. We are pleased to offer these complementary on-demand webinars.
URL:https://madisongroup.com/event/tmg-on-demand-events/
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SUMMARY:August Summer School - Processing
DESCRIPTION:For the final chapter of the Summer School series this August\, the focus shifts to Processing and how it directly dictates final part performance. These three technical on-demand webinar sessions are designed to bridge the gap between simulation\, material properties\, and the shop floor: \n\n\nLesson 1: Hands-On Troubleshooting Approach for Injection Molding – An introduction to how part design and processing conditions contribute to common molding defects\, highlighting how to utilize process data\, analytical testing\, and injection molding simulation to identify root causes and expedite the troubleshooting process. \n\n\nLesson 2: How Processing is Affecting Part Performance – Examining how manufacturing decisions influence short- and long-term part performance\, with a focus on the role of processing on high-temperature performance\, wall thickness distribution\, proper gate design\, and the driving factors behind part warpage. \n\n\nLesson 3: Is Your Mold Design Working for Your Part? – Addressing the communication gap between design intent and the manufacturing team by demonstrating how feed systems\, gate selection\, cooling line layouts\, venting\, and mold construction influence the final product’s properties.
URL:https://madisongroup.com/event/august-summer-school/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR - Essentials of Plastic Failure
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will cover a considerable range of topics important in understanding\, diagnosing\, and preventing plastic component failure. The most efficient and effective approach to solving plastic component failure is by performing a systematic failure analysis. Someone once said\, “if you don’t know how something broke\, you can’t fix it”\, and this certainly highlights the importance of a thorough understanding of how and why a product has failed. The material covered will include: \n\nEssential knowledge of why plastic components fail\nThe five factors affecting plastic part performance\nThe process of conducting a failure investigation and methods for understanding how and why a product has failed\nThe major plastic failure mechanisms\nThe failure analysis process\n\nThe webinar series will focus on practical problem-solving techniques and will utilize case studies to illustrate key aspects of plastic failure and prevention. By attending this webinar participants will: \n\nBetter appreciate the factors that play a role in plastic part performance.\nRecognize the most common plastic failure mechanisms.\nUnderstand what can be done when a failure occurs.\nUse this knowledge to prevent plastic component failure.
URL:https://madisongroup.com/event/webinar-essentials-of-plastic-failure/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR - Robust or Bust: Designing for Long Term Loading
DESCRIPTION:A product is only as reliable as the data behind its design. While the first step in avoiding failure is a comprehensive product definition\, the second is ensuring your material can actually withstand the environment you’ve defined. Many engineers fall into the “datasheet trap”—relying on single-point values that fail to capture how a polymer behaves under real-world stresses\, temperatures\, and time scales. \nPassing short-term testing requirements is no guarantee of long-term durability. For parts subjected to constant or cyclic stress\, the most dangerous failures are often the ones that take years to develop. In the third installment of the Robust or Bust webinar series\, we dive deep into the science of “Time Under Tension” and the critical mechanisms that govern long-term material performance. \nThis session focuses on two often-overlooked failure modes: creep—the progressive deformation of a material under constant load—and fatigue—the gradual weakening caused by repeated stress cycles. We will explore the materials science behind these phenomena\, identifying why certain materials are inherently susceptible to deformation and which specific properties provide the resilience needed for demanding environments. \nMoving from theory to practical application\, we will demonstrate how to utilize Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Time-Temperature Superposition (TTS) to model and predict a product’s lifespan. Through a real-world case study\, you will see how minor adjustments in part geometry or material selection can dramatically extend a component’s durability. Join us to learn how to identify potential risks early and prevent catastrophic\, costly failures before they occur. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nThe Physics of Failure: A clear breakdown of how creep and fatigue lead to catastrophic collapse in constant and cyclic stress environments.\nMaterial Selection: Identifying materials with high resistance to long-term loading and understanding the properties that drive that resilience.\nPredictive Modeling: Using FEA and TTS to simulate years of wear and tear in a digital environment.\nDesign Optimization: Practical strategies for refining geometry to maximize durability and product lifespan.
URL:https://madisongroup.com/event/webinar-robust-or-bust-designing-for-long-term-loading/
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR - The Degradation of Plastics
DESCRIPTION:Nothing lasts forever and degradation is just one of the many mechanisms that dictates the end of life of plastic products. Importantly\, the degradation of plastic is a central concern for both manufacturers and consumers. Degradation can be introduced through multiple sources. From the compounding stage\, to the processing stage\, and all through the lifetime use of the product. This webinar will introduce the concept of degradation and present different mechanisms that can lead to degradation of plastic materials. In addition\, techniques for identifying degradation of plastic will be discussed and methods for degradation prevention will be presented. This webinar is recommended for anyone wanting to learn more about plastics and the mechanisms that can lead to their useful end of life. Moreover\, understanding degradation of plastic is vital for the sustainability of plastic products.
URL:https://madisongroup.com/event/webinar-the-degradation-of-plastics/
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