- 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 —Preceding unsigned comment added by Joegrohens (talk • contribs) 17:09, 3 October 2008 (UTC)