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Embark on a fascinating journey with Chris Czeczuga as he delves deep into the world of plastics. In this podcast, we'll uncover the multitude of benefits and drawbacks, dissect the intricate chemistry, and uncover the versatile applications of this ubiquitous material. Join us to gain a comprehensive understanding of the captivating realm of plastics. Chris is the President of Bozilla Corporation, a plastic injection molding engineering and optimization company. He has over 20 years of expe ...
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Welcome to the Mind to Manufacturing Podcast brought to you by PTI Engineered Plastics. In each episode we talk to a plastic injection molding industry expert about topics ranging from product development and ideation, to tooling, process validation, automation and more. We'll discuss trends in plastic injection molding and provide valuable insight into the plastics industry of the future. You can learn more about PTI Engineered Plastics by visiting teampti.com. Please subscribe to this show ...
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What really happens when we use recycled plastics for injection molded parts? This question has sparked much debate, and in this enlightening episode, we take you on a journey through the life cycle of injection molding plastics. We'll expose the reasons behind the industry's mistrust of recycled materials, the quality inconsistencies, and the envi…
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In this episode we get into the actual manufacturing process and discuss scientific molding with our guest, Kyle Staffhorst. Named by Plastics News as a "Rising Star" within the plastics industry, Kyle is a process engineer trainee at PTI. Using the scientific injection molding (SIM) workbook as a guide, a series of mold, machine, and material test…
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In this episode we continue our discussion regarding the tool build with our guest Chris Behring, tooling operations manager at PTI. Tool construction is the primary focus here, and as Chris points out, the sooner you can define the project, in terms of quantity of parts needed and materials being used, the better.…
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In this episode we discuss elements of the tool build with Chris Behring, tooling operations manager at PTI. During our discussion, we touch on subjects such as prototype tooling versus bridge tooling, and what to consider when determining the material used for a mold to ensure that it provides a custom fit for your program.…
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From uniform wall thickness to gate location to applying proper draft to your part model, many details are important when designing a plastic part. In this episode of the Mind to Manufacturing podcast, we talk with PTI's Lead Program Manager, Jonathan Cottrell, about the main aspects a designer should consider when developing a part that will be in…
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Welcome to the Mind to Manufacturing podcast, brought to you by PTI Engineered Plastics, an industry leader in custom plastic injection molding. My name is Kelley Riley, and I’ll be hosting the show. Each month we’ll be releasing a new episode where we talk to an industry expert about topics ranging from product development and ideation, to tooling…
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