Apr 16, 2025 | CNC Machining
Flange Types and CNC Machining Have you ever wondered why flanges are used so much in mechanical systems? A flange is a round disc that provides a connection pipe to valves, pumps, and other equipment. It allows for a very tight joint that prevents leakage and helps...
Apr 12, 2025 | CNC Machining
Tapping Metal In CNC Machining Ever wondered how those perfectly formed threads are generated? Tapping metal is a key link in the chain of manufacturing processes, whether it’s a tiny screw hole in a smartphone or a heavier bolt thread in an aircraft part. The...
Apr 1, 2025 | Injection Molding
Injection molding flash is a visible defect on plastic parts. Flash is the small plastic layer popping from the mold where two mold halves meet. Interestingly, flash can also occur in other places where there is a gap, plastic material overflow, movable cores and...
Mar 22, 2025 | Design Guide
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) establishes a system to provide precise design details and communications. It allows engineers and manufacturers to handle dimensional variations and geometrical irregularities. The US military began developing...
Mar 14, 2025 | Injection Molding
Injection-molded parts usually measure a wall thickness between 1 and 5 mm. The proper thickness selection depends on three main factors: plastic material properties, functional requirements, and mold flow performance. The part performance requires you to keep the...
