Category Archive: Thermoset Molding

Why Flash is Good in Thermoset Molding

One major difference between thermoset molding and thermoplastic molding is the appearance of parts coming out of the press. While both thermoset and thermoplastic materials may be molded using similar processes (injection, compression, or insert molded), thermoset molded parts must include excess flash, or plastic material, on post-molded parts in order to be fully molded, or cured. (more…)

Technology Spotlight – Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

As part of Woodland Plastics’ commitment to quality, we utilize various technologies to meet and exceed our customers’ quality requirements. A coordinate measuring machine, or CMM, is an automated technology used by our quality department to measure the physical geometry of a part. (more…)