SCIENTIFIC MOULDING TECHNIQUES
21 - 22 OCTOBER 2026
COURSE INTRODUCTION
This programme introduces scientific and engineering methods for developing a stable, traceable injection-moulding process. Participants examine plastic-flow behaviour, moulding strategy, process settings, troubleshooting and critical process outputs so they can improve consistency, document capability and move beyond machine-focused trial-and-error practices. Practical examples and guided discussion help participants connect the subject to decisions and challenges in their own workplace.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this programme, participants should be able to:
- Explain how polymer behaviour and plastic flow influence moulding results.
- Identify machine-independent variables and critical process outputs.
- Establish a structured process window using scientific moulding techniques.
- Optimise fill, pack, hold, cooling and recovery settings systematically.
- Interpret process data and distinguish material, mould, machine and method-related variation.
- Troubleshoot common moulding defects and document a repeatable production process.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This programme is suitable for process, tooling and quality engineers, moulding technicians, production supervisors, troubleshooters and managers responsible for injection-moulding stability and product quality.
COURSE CONTENT
- Polymer behaviour and plastic flow through the moulding process
- Machine-independent process variables and critical process outputs
- Strategic moulding techniques for establishing a stable process window
- Good Moulding Practices and repeatable process documentation
- Systematic optimisation of fill, pack, hold, cooling and recovery settings
- Interpreting moulding results and identifying sources of variation
- Structured troubleshooting of common moulding defects
- Process validation, capability and continuous improvement
