Implementation
Thermoset molding using the RIM process

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Implementation


Thermoset molding using the RIM process

Authors : Simon CHOUMER, Chantal NIVERT

Publication date: January 10, 2004 | Lire en français

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4. Implementation

4.1 Molding cycle

The standard molding cycle for a part processed by the RIM process can be described as follows:

  • PRESS OPENING;

  • demoulding of the previous part after movement of the moving parts of the tooling, if necessary;

  • brief cleaning of the mould to remove any burrs from the parting lines;

  • application of external release agent where non-self-releasing materials are used;

  • moving the mould's moving parts so that the mould can be closed;

  • closing the press after tilting the platens to the horizontal position ;

  • rapid recirculation of...

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