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Meet TYM at K 2025 -The World’ s No.1 Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber
Welcome to the World’s No.1 Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber -K 2025, taking place from October 8–15, 2025 at Messe Düsseldorf, Germany. As a professional LSR injection molding machine, mold, and robot solution provider, TYM Technology Co., Ltd. is proud to present our latest innovations at Booth 16E77.
09/23/2025
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Self-Bonding LSR: How Self-Adhesive Liquid Silicone Simplifies Multi-Material Overmolding
If you manufacture multi-material silicone parts, the bonding step is often the hidden bottleneck. Traditional liquid silicone rubber (LSR) overmolding relies on a separately applied primer to make the silicone stick to a plastic or metal substrate.
06/18/2026
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Smart Automation in Silicone Manufacturing: Improving Consistency and Reducing Labor Costs
Labor shortages, rising wage costs, and increasing quality expectations are pushing silicone product manufacturers toward greater automation. For liquid silicone rubber (LSR) production specifically, automation is not just about reducing headcount — it directly impacts part consistency, contamination control, and overall production efficiency.
06/12/2026
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Shot Size Accuracy in LSR Molding: The Hidden Factor Behind Product Quality
Precision is the cornerstone of liquid silicone rubber manufacturing. Yet many manufacturers overlook one critical parameter that determines product consistency: shot size accuracy.
06/10/2026
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how to Optimize LSR Injection Molding Machine Performance Through Predictive Maintenance
In the competitive landscape of liquid silicone rubber manufacturing, machine downtime can cost manufacturers thousands of dollars per hour.
06/10/2026
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How Automated Material Feeding Improves LSR Manufacturing Efficiency
As labor costs continue to rise and quality requirements become stricter, manufacturers are increasingly adopting automated material feeding systems in liquid silicone rubber production.
06/09/2026
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How Does Vacuum Assistance Improve LSR Injection Molding Quality?
In liquid silicone rubber (LSR) manufacturing, product quality is heavily influenced by how effectively air is removed from the mold cavity. Trapped air can lead to bubbles, incomplete filling, surface defects, and reduced product consistency.
06/08/2026
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Why Is Shot Size Accuracy Important in Liquid Silicone Rubber Molding?
Precision is one of the key advantages of liquid silicone rubber molding. However, achieving consistent product quality depends heavily on accurate shot size control.
06/08/2026
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How Clamp Force Selection Affects LSR Injection Molding Performance
Clamping force is one of the most fundamental parameters in liquid silicone rubber injection molding. While many manufacturers focus heavily on injection pressure, metering accuracy, and mold design, the selection of proper clamp force directly influences product quality, mold lifespan, process stability, and overall production efficiency.
06/03/2026
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How Closed-Loop Injection Control Improves LSR Molding Stability
Advanced manufacturing systems are now integrating digital monitoring, servo-driven motion control, and intelligent process optimization to reduce variability during molding cycles.
05/29/2026
Advanced Ejection Tactics Demolding Methods for Durable Silicone Oven Mitt Inserts
Advanced ejection tactics are essential for demolding durable silicone oven mitt inserts, which often feature complex geometries and varying wall thicknesses. These components require precise release mechanisms to prevent tearing or deformation during ejection. Strategic placement of ejector pins, considering the part's stress points, ensures even force distribution. For intricate features like finger slots or textured gripping surfaces, specialized ejection systems such as blade ejection or air-blow ejection may be necessary to avoid mechanical interference.
Material properties of LSR significantly influence ejection strategies. Its high elasticity allows for some stretching during ejection, but overextension can cause permanent deformation. Controlled cooling phases before ejection help the material reach optimal flexibility. Nitrogen gas assist ejection provides uniform pressure distribution, particularly beneficial for thin-walled or delicate sections. Proper mold temperature control prevents the material from becoming too rigid, which would increase ejection force requirements.
Mold design plays a crucial role in successful ejection. Incorporating adequate draft angles, typically 1-3 degrees, facilitates smooth part release. Polished mold surfaces reduce friction and prevent sticking. Strategic venting near ejection points prevents vacuum lock that could hinder release. For oven mitt inserts with undercuts, side-action mechanisms or collapsible cores may be required. These mechanical features must be precisely timed with the ejection cycle to prevent part damage.
Process optimization ensures consistent ejection performance. Monitoring ejection force and stroke length helps detect wear or misalignment early. Regular maintenance of ejection components, including pin replacement and surface polishing, maintains optimal performance. Adjusting ejection speed and delay times can accommodate variations in part geometry or material properties. By implementing these advanced tactics, manufacturers can achieve reliable, high-quality production of durable silicone oven mitt inserts with minimal defects.

