Molding
PAQi advances the molding industry with its machine vision inspection capabilities. From injection molding to ejection verification, PAQi ensures the integrity of molded parts by detecting defects, analyzing thermal imaging, and inspecting for discoloration. With precise inspection tools and real-time feedback, PAQi helps molding companies to avoid tool damage, maintain quality standards, reduce waste, and optimize production efficiency, leading to enhanced competitiveness in the market.
Applications
Injection Molding
Plastic Housings
Caps and Closures
Medical Device Components
Automotive Interiors
Consumer Electronics Casings
Insert Molding
Over-Molded Connectors
Threaded Inserts
Metal-Plastic Hybrid Parts
Electronic Circuit Encapsulation
Grommets and Bushings
Blow Molding
Plastic Bottles
Fuel Tanks
Industrial Containers
Pharmaceutical Packaging
Household Product Bottles
Compression Molding
Gaskets and Seals
Electrical Insulators
Rubber Components
Composite Structures
Thermoset Parts
Rotational Molding
Water Tanks
Playground Equipment
Outdoor Furniture
Buoys and Floats
Custom Storage Containers
Ejection Verification
PAQi contains a built in mold empty check to ensure a mold is not clamped with debris in it possibly causing tool damage This be added to feature takes less than 15 minutes for first time setup.
Injection Molding Defects
PAQi inspects multi-cavity injection-molded parts for common defects like flash, splay, shorts, and irregularities, ensuring high-quality production and minimizing waste.
Dimensional Accuracy
PAQi verifies the dimensional accuracy of injection-molded parts, ensuring they meet precise specifications and tolerances for optimal fit and functionality.
Material Integrity and Cosmetics
PAQi detects material-related issues such as discoloration, impurities, and inconsistencies in injection-molded parts, ensuring uniformity and quality throughout the manufacturing process. This is especially useful for molding operations involving recycled materials.
Discoloration Inspection
PAQi inspects injection-molded parts for discoloration or surface defects, identifying variations in color or appearance that may impact product aesthetics or performance.
Thermal Analysis
PAQi utilizes thermal imaging technology to analyze mold temperatures and identify potential hot spots or cooling issues, optimizing mold performance and ensuring consistent part quality.
