News and Releases
Estimating Part Weights
One of the major benefits of 3D math data for component designs is the ability of CAD programs to accurately generate part volume (cm³). To calculate estimated part weight in grams using 3D CAD data multiply the calculated part volume (cm³) by the specific gravity...
Three Considerations to Determine Injection Molding Machine Size
1) Do the mold dimensions fit between the machine tie bar spacing and within the platen? 2) Is the machine clamp tonnage sufficient? Calculate estimated machine clamp tonnage by multiplying the part's projected surface area by the clamping force...
Formulating Toughness of Polycarbonate Using Viscosity and Impact Modifiers
Polycarbonate is available in a wide range of viscosities for blow molding, extrusion, and injection molding applications. A melt flow rate (MFR) test using an extrusion plastometer is an excellent way to determine the viscosity of polycarbonate. Below are...
Plastics Profiler-Polycarbonate
Polycarbonate resins are amorphous thermoplastic polymers based on bisphenol A. Polycarbonate is noted for the following performance characteristics: High Impact StrengthDimensional StabilityHeat ResistanceMemoryClarity A major drawback of polycarbonate is its...
Plastics Profiler-Acetal
Acetal resins are semi-crystalline, thermoplastic polymers commonly referred to as polyoxymethylene (POM). Acetal is noted for the following characteristics: Mechanical StrengthRigidityNatural LubricityChemical ResistanceFatigue Endurance Acetal is made by the...
RU Ready for Cross Polymer Substitution
Originally specified in virgin, 40% long glass fiber polypropylene material the molded substrates off production tooling failed the cross-load strength requirement during product validation.
Estimating Injection Mold Weights
AGS Achieves IATF Certification
Over the last year, the AGS Technology team has been working hard to make the transition from ISO/TS16949 to the new IATF16949 standard. Over three days in August, the AGS Quality Management System was put to the test by its third party registrar. The...
AGS Technology Adds Tool Room Equipment Capability
More injection molding machines means more injection molds. Optimizing production time requires a robust maintenance department that has the right experience and the right tools to help maintain and repair new and existing molds quickly. The Maintenance...
AGS Expanding Operations with Second Facility-Warehouse & Assembly
For 2018, AGS Technology is expanding its operations with an additional 20,000 square feet to support warehouse and offline assembly operations. The second facility is located at 1400 Kingsland Drive, Batavia IL 60510...just a par 5 away from our 951 Douglas...