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![Meet TYM at K 2025 -The World’ s No.1 Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber]()
Meet TYM at K 2025 -The World’ s No.1 Trade Fair for Plastics and RubberWelcome 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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Common Failure Modes in In-Mold Assembly (IMA) on Double-Color and Double-Material LSR Machines
In-mold assembly — molding a silicone component directly onto or around a second material within a single cycle — is one of the strongest arguments for double-color and double-material LSR machines. It eliminates a secondary bonding or assembly step, reduces labor, and improves consistency versus post-mold assembly. On paper, it sounds like a straightforward efficiency gain.
08/07/2026
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Cold Runner Clogging in LSR Injection Molding: A Practical Troubleshooting Guide
Cold runner systems are one of the main reasons manufacturers choose liquid silicone rubber (LSR) injection molding over conventional runner designs — no gate vestige, no flash to trim, and lower material waste. But when a cold runner starts to clog, that advantage disappears fast: production stops, scrap rates climb, and every hour of downtime costs real money.
08/04/2026
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![Pure Electric Servo Feeding System vs. Traditional Pneumatic Feeding: Which One Actually Saves You Money?]()
Pure Electric Servo Feeding System vs. Traditional Pneumatic Feeding: Which One Actually Saves You Money?If you run an LSR (Liquid Silicone Rubber) injection molding line, the feeding system is easy to overlook — until it starts costing you scrap rate, downtime, and inconsistent shot weights. Two technologies dominate the market today: pneumatic (air-driven) feeding systems and pure electric servo feeding systems. Here's an honest, practical comparison to help you decide which fits your production line.
07/31/2026
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![How to Choose an LSR OEM Manufacturing Partner: A Buyer's Checklist]()
How to Choose an LSR OEM Manufacturing Partner: A Buyer's ChecklistOutsourcing liquid silicone rubber production is as much a relationship decision as a technical one. A supplier can look strong on paper — certificates, equipment lists, a polished website — and still fall short once your product hits real production volume. Here's a practical checklist for evaluating an LSR OEM partner before you commit tooling and inventory to them.
07/29/2026
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![LSR Molding Trends from CHINAPLAS and K Shows: What Manufacturers Should Watch For]()
LSR Molding Trends from CHINAPLAS and K Shows: What Manufacturers Should Watch ForEvery year, the global plastics and rubber industry converges on two major stages — CHINAPLAS in Asia and the K show in Düsseldorf — to preview where injection molding technology is headed.
07/28/2026
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![ISO 9001, CE, CCC: What These Certifications Actually Mean for Your Equipment Purchase]()
ISO 9001, CE, CCC: What These Certifications Actually Mean for Your Equipment PurchaseWhen 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]()
Turnkey LSR Injection Molding SolutionsLaunching 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]()
Industrial Silicone Seals & Waterproof Parts: LSR GuideThis 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]()
LSR Prototype to Production: Timeline & ProcessA 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
What Custom Solutions Can Be Provided for LSR Molding?
How Can LSR Formulations Be Tailored to Specific Needs?
Custom LSR compounds can be engineered for properties like translucency, conductivity, flame retardancy, or specific durometers. Additives can introduce antimicrobial properties or modify processing characteristics like cure speed. Collaboration with material suppliers ensures formulations meet exact application requirements and regulatory standards.
What Specialized Mold Designs Are Possible with LSR?
LSR's flow properties enable micro-molding for tiny components and overmolding for complex assemblies. Multi-cavity and family molds maximize production efficiency. Hot runner systems eliminate sprues and runners, reducing waste. Inserts can be placed manually or automatically for hybrid part construction.
How Can Production Be Adapted for Unique Volume Requirements?
Flexible manufacturing cells can scale from prototype runs to high-volume production by changing mold configurations and adjusting machine settings. Quick-change tooling systems reduce setup times. Just-in-sequence delivery models synchronize production with customer demand, minimizing inventory costs while ensuring supply continuity.
What Post-Molding Services Enhance Value?
Secondary operations like pad printing, laser etching, and assembly can be integrated into the production workflow. Cleanroom packaging ensures contamination-free delivery for medical and pharmaceutical clients. Serialization and traceability services support regulatory compliance and supply chain transparency for critical applications.