The mould insert (shown here in cross-section) had to prove itself in Sigmasoft Virtual Molding before manufacturing. (Source: Sigmastoft)
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Cycle time optimisation through conformal cooling

Maintaining a consistent temperature within a mould is critical for both robust manufacturing processes and high quality components. At the upcoming Fakuma, Sigma Engineering will be demonstrating the design of cooling systems using its Sigmasoft software. A case study with /H&B/ Electronic illustrates a cooling channel created using metal 3D printing technology.

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Strack Norma presents innovations and digital products for mould making at Fakuma in Friedrichshafen. (Source: Strack Norma)
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Innovations and digital products for mould making at Fakuma

Strack Norma will present its innovations in the field of injection moulding and die casting tools at the Fakuma International Trade Fair for Plastics Processing from October 17 to 21 in Friedrichshafen. In doing so, the Lüdenscheid-based company is continuing its path towards Industry 4.0 and is expanding its digital offering to include mould location and a new variant of flow monitoring.

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