Effective Cooling For Rotational Molds
Working with Plastic
Whether you are aware of it or not, various companies utilize plastics to store, transport, and manufacture their products. Indeed, think of food and beverage packaging. They must get their plastic bottles from somewhere, so the need for plastic molding continues to be great.
When it comes to creating plastics, however, they serve more roles than just making bottles. Indeed, just as different items can be created, there are other methods to produce them. For example, plastic rotational molding differs from injection or blow molding, so even though they require thermal management attention, the methods to provide this will vary.
Regardless of the needs, however, thermal management must always be prioritized. Indeed, the ability to rapidly heat and then cool the material is part of what keeps companies ahead of the curve in terms of competition, and doing so is much easier said than done. After all, extremes in temperature could cause sink marks, pulling, and spotting if you are not careful.
Rotational Molding Needs
Taking a more specific look at plastic rotational mold cooling and function, we see that it consists of a thermoplastic process often used for large, one-piece hollow parts and containers. Some items that may be made from this process include large tanks, kayaks, and even coolers.
Because of its nature, rotational mold cooling requires close attention to detail to provide a high-quality finish.
Benefits of Thermal Pins
Our team recommends the use of thermal pins to provide a higher-quality, more uniform cooling process. Indeed, thermal pins are small heat pipe heat exchangers that utilize simple technology to provide cooling in areas previously inaccessible to water cooling. They allow for more even distribution and, therefore, a higher-quality product.
Speak to Our Team
Call Noren Thermal Solutions in Taylor, TX, at 512-595-5700 to speak to our team today and learn more about the benefits of thermal pins for plastic rotational mold cooling.