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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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ISO 9001, CE, CCC: What These Certifications Actually Mean for Your Equipment Purchase
When you're evaluating LSR injection molding machines from an overseas supplier, certification logos on a company website can start to blur together. ISO 9001, CE, CCC — they all sound reassuring, but they don't all mean the same thing, and they don't all matter for the same reasons. Understanding what each certification actually covers will help you ask better questions during due diligence and avoid assuming a certificate guarantees something it doesn't.
07/17/2026
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Turnkey LSR Injection Molding Solutions
Launching a liquid silicone rubber (LSR) injection molding operation involves far more than simply purchasing a machine. From material selection and mold design to automation integration and staff training, the journey from concept to full-scale production presents numerous challenges—each with the potential to delay your time-to-market and inflate your budget.
07/14/2026
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Industrial Silicone Seals & Waterproof Parts: LSR Guide
This guide helps product and sourcing engineers who need reliable industrial sealing components-gaskets, O-rings, grommets, and enclosure seals-understand why LSR injection molding is the preferred process for waterproof parts at volume, and how to specify them.
07/10/2026
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LSR Prototype to Production: Timeline & Process
A typical liquid silicone rubber (LSR) part moves from prototype to mass production in about 10-18 weeks, spanning design/DFM, prototyping, production mold fabrication, T1 sampling and validation, and pilot-to-ramp - with mold build and validation being the longest stages.
07/07/2026
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LSR Injection Molding Machine Parameters Explained
An LSR injection molding machine spec sheet lists dozens of numbers, but only a handful decide whether your silicone parts cure fully, stay flash-free and cost little to run. This 2026 guide explains the parameters that matter most, so engineers and buyers can compare machines on the specs that actually affect part quality, not marketing figures.
07/02/2026
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Automatic vs Semi-Automatic Silicone Molding Lines
This guide is for production and procurement decision-makers sizing a new LSR line—comparing the two configurations across throughput, quality, cost, and payback so you can match the investment to real demand.
07/01/2026
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LSR Cold Runner Systems: Cut Waste & Cost
LSR cold runner system is the single fastest way to cut material waste and labor out of liquid silicone rubber molding. By keeping the silicone liquid until it reaches the cavity, it eliminates cured runners and trimming entirely. This guide helps process engineers and buyers decide when a cold runner pays for itself.
06/30/2026
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How to Select LSR Injection Molding Machine Tonnage
Choosing the right clamping force is the single most consequential spec decision when buying a liquid silicone rubber (LSR) injection molding machine. Pick too little and you fight flash on every shot; pick too much and you pay for energy and floor space you never use.
06/29/2026
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Liquid Silicone Rubber Market 2026: Size, Growth & Demand Drivers
The global liquid silicone rubber (LSR) market is valued at roughly USD 3.4-3.8 billion in 2026 and growing about 7-9% annually, led by medical-grade demand (~44% of revenue) and rising EV production. Asia-Pacific dominates manufacturing capacity.
06/26/2026
Air Trapping/Flash Defects: Mold Venting System Redesign
Air trapping and flash defects in LSR molding result from inadequate venting systems and pressure management issues. Insufficient venting creates gas accumulation that interferes with proper cavity filling and causes incomplete part formation. Poor vent placement allows air entrapment in critical areas where complete filling is essential for quality output. Excessive injection pressures force material into vent gaps causing flash formation and dimensional inaccuracies. Inadequate degassing provisions allow gas compression that generates internal stresses and compromises part integrity significantly.
Venting system analysis identifies critical areas requiring improvement through systematic evaluation of gas flow paths. Micro-venting channel design ensures adequate air escape without causing flash or material leakage issues. Vacuum assistance systems enhance venting effectiveness for complex geometries and deep cavities requiring additional gas removal capabilities. Pressure monitoring detects backpressure buildup and identifies venting inadequacies affecting injection precision. Flow simulation modeling predicts venting performance and guides optimization efforts for maximum effectiveness.
Vent redesign strategies address air trapping and flash issues through improved gas flow management and pressure control. Vent gap optimization balances air escape requirements with flash prevention capabilities effectively. Strategic vent placement ensures complete gas removal from critical filling areas without compromising part quality. Vacuum port integration enhances venting performance for difficult-to-fill regions and complex part geometries. Surface finish improvements reduce friction and promote smooth gas flow through vent channels during injection cycles.
Performance verification confirms successful venting improvements through comprehensive testing and quality assessment procedures. Test shot analysis validates air removal effectiveness and identifies remaining issues requiring attention. Visual inspection identifies surface defects and cosmetic issues related to air entrapment or flash formation. Dimensional measurement confirms part quality meets specifications and customer requirements effectively. Process capability studies establish statistical control limits for critical quality characteristics and monitor ongoing performance for sustained improvement.
