
What can be achieved in plastic injection molding when innovation, collaboration, and technology come together to push the boundaries of mold and part design? We recently answered this question with our demonstration use case: the voestalpine Coffee Cup & Lid Molds. Showcased at the Fakuma International Trade Fair for Plastics Processing in Friedrichshafen, Germany, the use case fascinated visitors with its groundbreaking possibilities.
Who would have thought that so much technology can go into a coffee cup and lid?! These molds combine sustainability, efficiency, and long-lasting performance. The resulting product features are remarkable:
»Improved Efficiency – Conformal cooling reduces cycle times and lowers the scrap rate by homogeneous temperature distribution.
»Optimized Production – Additive manufacturing reduces the mold manufacturing chain and minimizes machining volume.
>»Extended Tool Life– Use of wear-resistant materials and PVD coatings to protect microstructures, leading to longer-lasting tools.
»Unrestricted Recyclability– Achieved hard and soft surface properties in a one-component injection molded part through a functional texture.
»Invisible Watermarks – Integrated into the surface for easy and clean separation during recycling processes.
All information about the voestalpine Coffee Cup & Lid Molds use case is now available on our website. Find out more about how tool makers, injection molders, and OEMs are leveraging our complete value chain—combining advanced technology and materials expertise—to enable innovative product design and cost-effective production.
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