• Insert molding is uses the same equipment as injection molding
• Clamping tonnage on the mold determines type of material to be used and complexity of the mold
• Stampings used in parts are restricted in size by the mold
• Most presses manufacturers provide proprietary options for automation
• Automating presses decreases cycle time in most instances and allows for a more efficient process to occur
• Applications exist in multiple areas, including automotive and electronics
• Type of application determines both type of plastic and composition of the inserts
• Length of cooling has direct effect on hardness of plastic
• Rate of injection can determine whether or not voids form in the plastic after it has been injected into the mold
• Inspection of parts accomplished either manually or with the aid of automated inspection systems
• Multiple presses can be used in conjunction to form parts with inserts and more than one type of plastic overmold