Gain Technology displayed an automotive IP core half that used its GAIM systems to economically reduce the use of expensive hot-runner manifolding in the tooling for the part. Fluid-assist injection ...

Carmaker BMW AG has started using water assist for its high pressure resin transfer molding of carbon fiber parts in its new 7 series car. Maximator GmbH of Germany developed the technology, which is ...

Editor's note: Molding 2001, which was held Jan. 29-30 in New Orleans, LA, included a forum on gas assist. Following are some of the details that emerged from presentations and subsequent discussions.

Complex medical devices seen on the outside of the body are usually manufactured with a gas-assisted injection. Metal Injection Molding Plastic is not always better for every medical device. Devices ...