6 JUNE, 2021The injection molding market has established itself as one of the most dynamically evolving sectors in recent times. New technologies, processes, and materials used in injection molding continue to advance, allowing manufacturers better insight to design, develop, and produce the highest performing and cost-efficient plastic parts. For example, injection-machine designers are looking to introduce all-electric presses that can compete with accumulator-assisted hydraulics in high-speed packaging and cap molding. In addition, improved clamp designs and screw designs have also been emerging in the manufacturing industry's search for speed, along with tools like rotating `cube' type stack molds that permit cooling to occur in one or two of the four faces.Polymer science promises to be an exciting area of development in the field of medical injection molding. New materials and additives increase stability, reduce shrinkage, and introduce other properties that improve performance in molding applications. Moreover, next-generation polymers are being formulated to incorporate unique functional properties, such as antimicrobial materials in injected molded plastics that inhibit bacterial growth on the molded part.Besides, in an effort to contribute to eco-friendliness and sustainability, the injection molding industry as a whole has been working diligently to decrease energy consumption and create bio-based and recyclable products. Many companies are, in fact, working to strike a balance between their use of conventional plastics and bio-based alternatives. Some organizations are developing plastic molds made from soybeans, corn, flax, and other materials, to meet the demand from consumers to save fossil fuels and reduce the negative aspects that traditional plastics have on the environment.In this edition of Manufacturing Outlook, we bring you the story of some of the most successful injection molding firms that deliver the best outcomes for their clients. The magazine also offers a combination of thought leadership from subject matter experts and exclusive insights from CIOs and CXOs. We hope this edition provides you the right assistance in choosing the right injection molding service partner that best suits your manufacturing requirements.Let us know your thoughts!Martin Thomas Managing Editoreditor@themanufacturingoutlook.comThe Automated Future of Injection MoldingCopyright © 2021 SiliconMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Editorial StaffAlex D'souzaRussell ThomasCatalina JosephManaging EditorMartin Thomas*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffVisualizerJaxon JaseDavid ParkerContact Us:Email:sales@themanufacturingoutlook.comeditor@themanufacturingoutlook.commarketing@themanufacturingoutlook.com JUNE - 21 - 2021 Vol 03 Issue 03 (ISSN 2689-8047) Published by SiliconMedia, Inc.To subscribe to Manufacturing OutlookVisit www.themanufacturingoutlook.com
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