Transition to Closed Molding with the Right Mold Release

Manufacturers are continuing to convert more of their production from open molding applications to closed molding applications, such as RTM and infusion molding. Reasons for doing so include: a combination of reduced VOC emissions, a shorter cycle allowing for increased production rates, a more efficient use of molding resins to eliminate waste, and uniformity in their parts. Having the correct mold release products for these applications are essential to achieve a successful and seamless transition from open to closed molding.

Agenda

• Review the benefits of closed molding applications
• Discuss the differences between A and B side molds
• The importance of using a mold primer to seal porosity and protect molds
• Introduction of new mold sealer for reusable elastomeric materials (for example, bladders, vacuum bags and B side molds) to increase mold life
• Recommendations on how to achieve optimum performance
• Questions and answers to your specific molding applications

Presenter

Russ Powers, Industry Technical Manager, Composites & Aerospace

Russ Powers has more than 30 years of experience in the mold release industry. He started in sales, where he called on several different industries; this has given him a broad experience and knowledge of many molding applications. He is currently the industry technical manager for composites and aerospace for Chem-Trend. His focus is helping Chem-Trend grow its market share in the aerospace and wind industries.