Water Tubing Failure
The Problem A section of tubing was submitted for evaluation as the material had failed…
The Madison GroupJune 1, 2022
Warpage Reduction Analysis – Acetal Housing
The Problem An injection-molded acetal shroud used in a medical device assembly was experiencing excessive…
The Madison GroupJune 1, 2022
Co-Injection Molding Analysis
The Problem An injection molder needed to determine the feasibility of using a co- injection…
The Madison GroupMay 20, 2022
Knitline Failure Analysis
The Problem An injection molded polypropylene part used in a conveyor application was experiencing cracking…
The Madison GroupMay 2, 2022
Runner Balance Analysis
The Problem An injection molder needed to determine how to design the runner system to achieve…
The Madison GroupApril 17, 2022
Snap Fit Failure
The Problem An injection-molded poly(acrylonitrile:butadiene:styrene) (ABS) component experienced cracking within the retaining arm during a…
The Madison GroupMarch 1, 2022
Creep Lifetime Prediction
The Problem A plastic retention clip was required in a commercial appliance. Based upon the…
The Madison GroupFebruary 16, 2022
How to Select the Correct Gate Location
Many elements must be considered when designing an injection mold for a new molded plastic…
Tom Hansen, M.S.January 15, 2022
Newsletter December 2021
Articles The Importance of Properly Preparing Resins for Injection Molding Download the PDF Madison Group…
The Madison GroupDecember 1, 2021
When Threads Get Screwed Up
Threads in plastic parts are commonly used to assemble or fasten components. The thread geometry…
Antoine Rios, Ph.D.October 28, 2021