ALNO Guidelines to Injection moulding (Part 2)

Wall thickness

The wall thickness of injection-moulded parts needs to be observed properly to avoid potential problems such as leaving sink marks and letting your part warp.  At ALNO we recommend different thicknesses depending on the material you are using and the eventual use of your final product. 

Surface finish

The finishes available to you at ALNO product services vary according to you intended use and can range from all ranges of cosmetic finishes, EDM or higher-end finishes.

Radii

ALNO uses an automated CNC milling process to create the mould for your parts.  However, some part edges will end up with a radius rather than a sharp corner or edge. This does not typically involve the need to change a model, but the designer should be aware of these before moulds are made. 

ALNO product services manufactures all your parts locally in our workshop on the New South Wales Central Coast.  We provide innovative solutions and high-speed solutions so contact us today for a quote.

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ALNO Guidelines to Injection moulding (Part 1)

Injection molding

Injection molding, a very simple way to mass produce plastic parts but can also be a very tedious and time-consuming task. When you want a new plastic part through injection molding, ALNO product services provides a comprehensive injection molding solution. Before we make your mold however there are a few guidelines we ask you follow to ensure a high quality mold that can last you the entire life that you want to sell your plastic injection molded product.

Mold Size

Please communicate how large you want your part to be early into the manufacturing process. Our machines provide a large range of solutions but there are some limitations to the size of the mold that we can produce. Depth of the part, degrees for draft (angle) are also important considerations. You must also take note that deeper parts may be limited to a smaller outline.

Drafting the mold

The draft is a taper that needs to be applied to the faces of the part to stop it from being parallel to the motion of the opening of the mold. This keeps the part from being damaged due to scraping as the part is ejected out of the mold. Some draft recommendations are as follows:

• 0.5 degrees on all vertical faces is strongly recommended
• 2 degrees works well as a standard solution and in most circumstances
• 3 degrees is an industry minimum for when metal slides on metal
• 3 degrees is the recommended requirement for a light texture
• 5 or more degrees is the recommended requirement for a heavy texture

Tolerances for your injection molding part

For all of your injection molding needs at ALNO Product Services we can maintain high machining tolerances with an included resin tolerance, contact us or visit our website for more details.

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How to manage design projects: Part 2

Read part 1 here.

Outsourcing

Select your external team by making sure you understand the level of innovation required for your project.  Check the history of the company and the quality of their work in their track record.  Developing a brief for your project is vital and larger projects will need smaller sub-briefs for different sections of the project.  For bigger projects the external agency can bill the costs of this brief as part of the project.   Include your supplier in this process as they will provide valuable insight with their expertise and point of view and also give them a sense of ownership of a part of the project.

Develop your project plan

The key to this plan is being detailed and making sure everyone is on the same track.

This will include tools that can be used internally and externally to manage aspects of the project like budgets and gaining acceptance of project milestones.  For larger projects you will need more input from all members involved and the time spent on this will also need to be incorporated into costs accordingly. 

Keep up to date
Make sure all your product management practices are current and can be translated well across many different channels. Keeping progress reports are also an excellent way to help you stay in control and stay informed.  Monitor the project and provide feedback and updates as necessary for the big picture but try to resist the urge to micro-manage.

Enjoy the process
The creative process can be a very rewarding experience and everyone involved should be encourage to feel the same.  For the organisation and the people involved using a solid set of project management skills will ensure a successful project.

However there is still more that needs to be done and these fields will be covered in later posts.

For more information please contact ALNO Product Services

How to manage design projects: Part 1

Establish a list of aims

Whether your end goal is huge is small what you want to achieve needs to be decided fairly early so you can budget and also confirm with other stakeholders (e.g. your team, client, approving bodies, etc.)

Budget

If this is fairly small scale perhaps deciding a limit to your spend will suffice.  However, as the project size increases you will need to budget by milestones and decide how much time and money will be required to fulfil the required outcomes. 

Consider an outline

Writing an outline or project abstract is key in the early stages to make sure that all affected stakeholders can come to a consensus on where the project should go.  Reading a simple outline make people (stakeholders, clients, etc.) aware of the key points which they can then agree upon.

Decide on your team

Who is your team?  Know exactly what sort of internal and external (outsourced) team members you need.  Understand that scale of your project and choose the right people creative or technical for your project.  If you make this process transparent and notify all associated members early on there will be better communication within your team.

What management tools will you use?

What sort of tools will you use for project management in particular? Again for small projects this may not be that much of a concern but or larger scale projects you need to know your chosen tools as well as who you will consult for creative solutions and manufacturing advice.  You also need to understand the interface of your selected manufacturer and client so that across all platforms there will be one system throughout.  

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At Alno Product Services, we offer 3D CAD modeling services Australia wide with an average of 15 years experience across our design team which we consider to be the best skills and proficiency on offer to our clients. With our team of experts we interpret your requirements and then provide solutions accordingly. We have an extensive experience in 3D CAD Design and Solidworks Mechanical Design Solutions which ensures that you may effectively vouches for our skill on the subject and reiterate your belief in our company as a competent 3D Modelling and Rendering Service provider. 

Our 3D CAD Mechanical Modelling Solutions include:

• 3D Parametric Feature based modelling
• Wire-frame geometry creation
• Freeform surface modelling
• Kinematics, interferences and clearance check of assemblies
• 3D Solid Modelling from 2D assemblies
• Freeform surface modelling
• Validation and verifications of Product designs
• 3D Sectional views and CAD models
• 3D model design for Reverse engineering

Our 3d CAD mechanical modeling services are unique in its provision of 3D mechanical drafting in the sense that::

• Since there is usage of 3D models, practical problems to the 3D mechanical rendering can be completely averted
• No lapse in time ensuring prompt 3D modelling and rendering as per the client’s specifications
• The most absolute and perfect materials can be procured and utilised to make sure that the 3D modelling is successful. The CAD technology makes it easier to ensure that the right materials are utilised to validate the viability of the project
• Are parametric designs that are fully contrained by the prameters that you set out.

CAD is an important technological tool required by mechanical design experts all over and has been used to provide absolutely competent mechanical dimensions and geometry. While, the expertise and the aid of CAD in 2D engineering and mechanical services have been extremely beneficial, this expertness can be raised to an altogether different platform with the help of the modern 3D feasibilities.

As experts, our main aim is always to provide our clients with the most sustainable and effectual guidance. We use software tools such as Solidworks, Pro/E, AutoCad, Inventor, CATIA, and I-deas to create 3D models. Our services are used in industries such as aerospace, piping, automobile, marine, electronics, and consumer goods etc.

With the help of the right technology and man power, we know that we can make our clients’ vision and visual modality come true in the perspective of the broader horizon.

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Our forte is economical design and construction, in terms of initial investment and on-going operating cost.

Furthermore, thanks to the integrated parametric models, we can produce the work most speedily while maintaining the highest quality.

In terms of scope of works that team at ALNO Product Services undertake, we specialise providing a comprehensive machining service for both types of machining General Engineering and Toolmaking. Complementing the machining services on offer is a full design suite from three dimensional modelling through to finite element analysis and finishing with detailed drafting. ALNO Product Services offer services in both of the most popular mechanical design systems available today, Autodesk - Inventor with over 500000 seats sold and Dassault Systèmes - Solidworks with over 1000000 seats sold worldwide at the time of writing this document.

Staff and management at ALNO Product Services have committed a Customer Service - Charter which is based on providing the following principles:

Deliver our promise

Creative Solutions

1^st Class Quality

Size of machining projects we undertake in general terms we prefer to limit our machining capabilities to components that a human can lift in and quantities in both small and large volumes.

Size of Design projects are only limited to our clients imagination.

If you are seeking Professional machining services with the optional design service please click on our price policy.

Finally if you have a tight deadline for delivery of your project it is best not to delay in contacting as generally our regular clientele keep us constantly scheduling work.

ALNO Product Services are based on the Central Coast and predominately Service Business and the Public from Sydney through to Newcastle

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