Routsis Interactive Plastics Training - Injection Molding Training Courses

DECOUPLED MOLDING SM

These courses convey many of the concepts and theories covered within the RJG DECOUPLED MOLDING SM training seminars.

This four disc series starts with the major components of the molding process, and progresses to systematic troubleshooting.

The DECOUPLED MOLDING SM system is an ideal processing method intended for anyone interested in optimizing an injection molding process.

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cbt.im.as.dm	4 Interactive CD-ROMs (4-6 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.as.dm	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$497.00 †

Program 1 - Introduction to DECOUPLED MOLDING SM

Discusses polymerization, crystallinity, additives, regrind and degradation
Lists necessary components of a proper part design
Describes the injection molding process in depth; from filling to cooling
Covers molding machine components and their functions in depth

Program 2 - DECOUPLED MOLDING SM Techniques

Compares traditional and DECOUPLED MOLDING SM
Defines the three DECOUPLED MOLDING SM techniques
Covers transducers and proper transducer placement
Introduces signal conditioners and display devices

Program 3 - Reading and Interpreting Data

Provides participants with an understanding of graphs and scaling
Explains how to identify different types of graphical curves
Introduces the various integrals used in DECOUPLED MOLDING SM
Compares ideal and inconsistent pressure curves

Program 4 - Systematic Troubleshooting

Discusses the importance of proper process documentation
Explains the appearance and symptoms of defects
Introduces logical steps involved in troubleshooting defects
Describes common processing defects, their causes and actions to correct them

Intelligent Molder

These courses were produced for technicians and process engineers that want to thoroughly evaluate both the capability and repeatability of a given injection molding machine, injection mold, or injection molding process.

Each course references three in-depth tests and will greatly benefit any participant of RJG’s classroom-based, Master Molder SM Certification Series – either as a primer or as follow-up training.

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wbt.im.as.ims	3 Online Training Programs (4-6 hours, 1 user)	$497.00 †

Program 1 - Machine Evaluation

Dynamic Check Ring Repeatability Test
Load Sensitivity Test
Platen Deflection Test

Program 2 - Mold Evaluation

Dynamic Cavity Imbalance Test
Mold Deflection Test
Tonnage Calculation Worksheet

Program 3 - Process Evaluation

In-Mold Rheology Test
Gate Seal Worksheet
DECOUPLED II Process Sheet

Math for Molders

This two-part training program was created for all personnel within the injection molding industry who would like to expand or fine tune their math skills.

These courses will greatly benefit any participant of RJG’s classroom-based, Master Molder SM Certification Series either as a primer or as follow-up training.

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wbt.im.as.mfm	2 Online Training Programs (3-4 hours, 1 user)	$247.00 †

Program 1

Whole Numbers, Negative Numbers and Decimals
Using a Calculator
Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division
Rounding Numbers and Significant Figures
Formulas, Equations and Order of Operations

Program 2

Metric and Imperial Units
Length and Distance
Area, Volume & Flow
Weight, Mass and Force
Conversions
Understanding Percentages
Calculating Plastic Pressure and Part Shrinkage
Calculating Tolerances

Process Control Systems

This training program details process control systems and is designed to help molders make more educated choices. Process Control Systems is a must for any facility which employs (or plans to employ) closed loop process control.

Open loop vs. closed loop process control
How process control reduces variation
Closed loop controllers
Proper use of process control

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cbt.im.as.pc	2 Interactive CD-ROMs (2-4 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.as.pc	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$197.00 †

Understanding Processing Parameters

This two part course details injection molding processing parameters. Processing Parameters discusses individual parameters to help molders maintain more control of their processes. Participants will learn about processing parameters as they relate to the various phases of the injection molding process.

Description of molding parameters
Procedures for optimizing several different molding parameters
The importance of machine calibration
In-depth considerations for injection, packing, cooling and part removal

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cbt.im.as.pp	2 Interactive CD-ROMs (2-3 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.as.pp	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$197.00 †

RJG’s eDART™

This course was created for production personnel that monitor and optimize injection molding processes equipped with RJG’s eDART™ process controllers. This course will greatly benefit setup personnel, process engineers, machine operators, and managers that use, or plan on using, an eDART™ system.

Participants will be better prepared to establish the following:

Improved processing methods
Increased operation efficiency
Machine and process analysis
Automated quality control
Improved process stability

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wbt.im.as.re	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

An Introduction to Injection Molding

This course provides participants with a general introduction to the plastics industry. The primary focus of this training program is the day-to-day operations of a typical injection molding facility.

An Introduction to Injection Molding was created for newcomers to the injection molding industry or anyone that would like to learn more about plastics. We recommend that new hires take this course before participating in our Injection Molding Basics series.

An overview of plastics and the industry
A typical molding facility
General plant safety
An introduction to the molding process
Molding machine components
Material handling
Injection mold terminology
Common part defects

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An Introduction to Injection Moulding (UK and European Market Version)

This version is intended for international companies (UK, EU, AU, etc.). The program is narrated in the British English dialect and use preferred British spelling and grammar.

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cbt.im.iim.uk	1 Interactive CD-ROM (1-2 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.iim.uk	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$97.00 †

An Introduction to Injection Molding (Spanish Version)

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wbt.im.iim.sp	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

An Introduction to Injection Molding (Brazilian Portuguese Version)

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wbt.im.iim.bp	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

An Introduction to Injection Molding (Mandarin Chinese Version)

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wbt.im.iim.mc	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

An Introduction to Injection Molding (Bahasa Malaysia Version)

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wbt.im.iim.my	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

Injection Molding Basics

Our Basics series provides participants with a general understanding of the three major aspects of injection molding; the injection molding machine, the molding process, and the injection mold. These programs use 3D animation to demonstrate the inner workings of the machine and mold and to easily convey otherwise complex concepts. Important safety precautions are stressed throughout these training programs.

These basic injection molding training programs are ideal for new hires, yet also serve as an excellent refresher course for any employee involved in plastics processing; from operators and technicians to management and setup personnel.

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cbt.im.bs	3 Interactive CD-ROMs (3-6 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.bs	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$397.00 †

Program 1: Machine

Cites important safety precautions for working around injection molding machines
Gives an introduction to the injection molding process
Introduces machine types and the different modes of operation
Discusses the components of the injection molding machine and their respective functions
General procedures for starting up and shutting down a molding machine

Program 2: Process

Discusses polymers and the three criteria used to classify them
Covers some of the more common procedures for material preparation
Introduces the three phases of the molding process; injection, cooling and ejection
Explains the need for maintaining an accurate process log
Defines common injection molded part defects and explains their causes

Program 3: Mold

Explains the specific functions that an injection mold must perform
Introduces the various machining methods used to construct an injection mold
Discusses the three mold configurations used in the industry
Covers common runner shapes and gate types used in injection molds
Gives an overview of proper injection mold maintenance

Injection Moulding Basics (UK and European Market Version)

This version is intended for international companies (UK, EU, AU, etc.). The programs are narrated in the British English dialect and use preferred British spelling and grammar.

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cbt.im.bs.uk	3 Interactive CD-ROMs (3-6 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.bs.uk	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$397.00 †

Injection Molding Basics (Spanish Version)

Narrated and titled entirely in the Spanish language, this series was developed in response to requests by molding facilities in Mexico, Guatemala and Puerto Rico. These programs are also essential to any American or Canadian company with Spanish-speaking employees.

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cbt.im.bs.sp	3 Interactive CD-ROMs (3-6 hours)
wbt.im.bs.sp	Online Training Edition (1 user)

Injection Molding Basics (Brazilian Portuguese Version)

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wbt.im.bs.bp	3 Online Training Programs (3-6 hours, 1 user)	$397.00 †

Injection Molding Basics (Mandarin Chinese Version)

A growing number of US and European companies are setting up plants in mainland China. This version was created to help such companies maintain quality, efficiency, and training standards with local workforces.

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cbt.im.bs.mc	3 Interactive CD-ROMs (3-6 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.bs.mc	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$397.00 †

Injection Molding Basics (Bahasa Malaysia Version)

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wbt.im.bs.my	3 Online Training Programs (3-6 hours, 1 user)	$397.00 †

Injection Molding Hydraulics

This course demonstrates the importance of hydraulics in the injection molding process. Machine operators will learn ways to reduce wear on hydraulic components, while more advanced employees concentrate on hydraulic print reading and theory.

Basic hydraulic theory
The role of hydraulics in injection molding
The function and purpose of hydraulic components
Recognition of hydraulic symbols
Directional valves and flow controls
Hydraulic pumps and motors
Proportional valves and servo valves
Hydraulic fluid management

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cbt.im.ms.hs	3 Interactive CD-ROMs (3-6 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.ms.hs	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$297.00 †

Injection Mold Maintenance

This program details procedures for proper mold care before, during, and after a production run - stressing important safety considerations for mold handling. From mold storage to part removal, this course provides participants with good mold maintenance habits and aims to extend tool life & increase its productivity.

Proper mold maintenance
Mold storage and preparation
Water line maintenance
Techniques for extending tool life

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cbt.im.ms.im	1 Interactive CD-ROM (1-2 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.ms.im	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$97.00 †

Injection Molding Machine Maintenance

Designed to introduce the many maintenance considerations for an injection molding machine. Participants are also shown newer technologies; such as laser leveling, ultrasonic tie bar stretch measuring, and portable machine process monitors.

Basic machine maintenance & safety concerns
Fluid and platen maintenance
Screw and barrel maintenance
Preventative maintenance & logging

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wbt.im.ms.mm	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$97.00 †

Understanding 3-Phase Power

Understanding 3Ø Power covers power generation, transformation and distribution, and is designed for training all maintenance personnel that use 3Ø power applications. Proper understanding of 3Ø power will help employees balance power loads, improve power factors, and make more efficient decisions about usage and management.

Power generation and distribution inside the plant
WYE and Delta power systems
The need for balanced circuits
An introduction to Motor Control Centers (MCC)
AC to DC power conversions
Power Factor calculations and corrections

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cbt.im.ms.tp	2 Interactive CD-ROMs (3-4 hours)	contact us †

Material Drying Technology

Our two Material Drying Technology courses will provide participants with a better understanding of how different polymers are best dried and prepared for reliable processing. These courses show participants how proper material handling and drying is critical to produce a consistent product and process. Course One reviews polymer basics, as well as both hygroscopic and non-hygroscopic polymers – to better convey the importance of properly drying water-sensitive materials.

These programs identify drying as a critical step when processing any plastic and teach participants that proper preparation, handling, monitoring and controlling moisture levels results in higher quality parts, higher production yields and more consistent processing. Material Drying Technology, Course Two focuses on the operation and utilization of Hot Air Dryers, Compressed Air Dryers, Desiccant Dryers, and Vacuum Dyers in today’s production environments. Course Two also teaches the participants how to Calculate Material Consumption, Residence Time, and Dryer Capacity.

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wbt.im.ps.dt	2 Online Training Programs (1-3 hours, 1 user)	$197.00 †

Material Drying Technology, Course 1

Polymer Basics
Hygroscopic vs. Non-Hygroscopic Polymers
Hydrolysis
Purposes of Drying
Dewpoint
Dewpoint Measurement
Dewpoint Sensors
Drying Procedures

Material Drying Technology, Course 2

Hot Air Dryers
Compressed Air Dryers
Desiccant Dryers
Vacuum Dyers
Calculating Material Consumption
Calculating Residence Time
Calculating Dryer Capacity

Electric Injection Molding

Our two Electric Injection Molding courses will provide participants with a better understanding of the benefits and capabilities of modern all-electric injection molding machines. Safety concerns particular to electric molding machines are also covered.

These programs identify critical differences between hydraulic and all-electric injection molding machines – and teach participants how to optimize a given process running on an electric molding machine so that they can take advantage of those differences.

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wbt.im.ps.eim	2 Online Training Programs (2-3 hours, 1 user)	$297.00 †

Understanding Electric Injection Molding Machines

This training program will provide participants with a better understanding of how electric injection molding machines function – as well as the many benefits and capabilities associated with electric molding machines.

General Injection Molding Safety
Electric Molding Machine Safety
Machine Guarding
Comparing Hydraulic and Electric Machines
Basic Molding Machine Functions
Efficiency, Accuracy and Repeatability
Alternative Machine Designs
Typical Uses for Electric Injection Molding Machines

Processing with Electric Injection Molding Machines

Packed with in-depth processing information, this course will undoubtedly prepare processors for making more appropriate and cost-effective decisions. Participants will also learn how to optimize any process that's running on an electric injection molding machine.

Closed-Loop Process Controls
Hydraulic vs. Electric Molding Machine Controls
Process Optimization Strategies:
·    1st Stage Filling
·    1st Stage to 2nd Stage Transfer
·    2nd Stage Pack
·    Screw Delay
·    Screw Recovery
·    Screw Decompression
·    Cooling Time
·    Mold Opening
·    Part Ejection
·    Mold Closing
·    Clamping

The Effects of Mold Filling, Gating & Weld Lines

This course outlines mold filling and how different gating configurations affect filling. Also discussed are weld and meld lines and their effects on molded parts.

Weld line occurrence and strength determination
Gate types, location, and importance
Fatigue and cyclic stress
Tooling considerations

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wbt.im.ps.em	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$97.00 †

Establishing a Scientific Molding Process

This course provides participants with in-depth processing information to better prepare them for making appropriate and cost-effective decisions when establishing or improving a scientific injection molding process.

This scientific course teaches a process strategy that properly decouples 1st stage fill from 2nd stage pack. Students who understand and utilize the strategy described in this course will produce processes with a much higher repeatability. The steps outlined in this course are intended to reduce downtime and improve process efficiency.

General Rules for Scientific Processing
Process Optimization Strategies:
·    1st Stage Filling
·    1st Stage to 2nd Stage Transfer
·    2nd Stage Pack
·    Screw Delay
·    Screw Recovery
·    Screw Decompression
·    Cooling Time
·    Mold Opening
·    Part Ejection
·    Mold Closing
·    Clamping

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wbt.im.ps.ep	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

The Effects of Shrinkage, Warpage & Part Ejection

This course is designed to familiarize production personnel with complications that may arise during processing concerning shrinkage, warpage and ejection.

How packing affects shrinkage and warpage
Ejection systems for simple and complex geometry
The effects of part geometry
Amorphous vs. semi-crystalline polymer behavior

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cbt.im.ps.es	1 Interactive CD-ROM (1-2 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.ps.es	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$97.00 †

Injection Mold Setup

This two part program covers the die-setting process from start to finish with an emphasis on safety. Proper procedures for mold inspection, preparation and installation are outlined. Injection Mold Setup also covers setup procedures for hydraulic, toggle and hydro-mechanical clamp systems.

Proper mold installation procedures
Important safety considerations
Proper water line set-up
Safety precautions for mold setup

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cbt.im.ps.ms	2 Interactive CD-ROMs (3-4 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.ps.ms	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$197.00 †

Processing For Profit

Processing For Profit covers techniques used for increasing profitability while maintaining part quality. The course focuses on the relationship between the material, the mold and the molding machine. Also included is practical, up-to-date information about process documentation procedures - as well as some great tips on process optimization.

Material handling and preparation
Process documentation and its importance
Process optimization
Energy conservation

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wbt.im.ps.pp	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$97.00 †

Troubleshooting Defects

The goal of this two part program is to reduce scrap and improve part quality. Troubleshooting Defects is packed with information about problems encountered during the injection molding process. This course will help all members of your production team identify, isolate and eliminate the root cause of molded part problems.

Terminology and descriptions of molding defects
Systematic corrective troubleshooting procedures
Process documentation to ease the troubleshooting process
Long-term and short-term effects of process changes

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cbt.im.ps.td	2 Interactive CD-ROMs (2-4 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.ps.td	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$197.00 †

Understanding Plastics

This program explains how and why plastics are different and cites several different types of polymers and processing considerations. Understanding Plastics emphasizes material handling, explains regrind, and covers the effects that moisture can have on molded part properties during processing.

The definition of plastics
Polymer classification
Material properties affected by processing
Proper material handling techniques
Processing characteristics of virgin and regrind

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cbt.im.ps.up	1 Interactive CD-ROM (1-2 hours)	contact us †
wbt.im.ps.up	Online Training Edition (1 user)	$97.00 †

Understanding Plastics (UK and European Market Version)

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wbt.im.ps.up.uk	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

Understanding Plastics (Spanish Version)

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wbt.im.ps.up.sp	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

Understanding Plastics (Brazilian Portuguese Version)

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wbt.im.ps.up.bp	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

Understanding Plastics (Mandarin Chinese Version)

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wbt.im.ps.up.mc	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

Understanding Plastics (Bahasa Malaysia Version)

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wbt.im.ps.up.my	1 Online Training Program (1-2 hours, 1 user)	$97.00 †

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The CD-ROM prices listed here are for a single (1) workstation license. Online training prices are based on a single (1) user.
Substantial discounts are available for multiple workstation/user licenses. All prices are listed in U.S. Dollars (USD).
Prices are provided for reference purposes only and are subject to change without notice.