New Injection Molding Workflow Tools Improve Consistency, Reduce Scrap

Injection molding specialist RJG has launched three new workflow solutions for its data management system, The Hub: The Hub Connect, The Hub Lite, and a data migration feature for The eDART.

The Hub Connect helps molders achieve consistent product quality and minimize scrap by integrating process data between The Hub and their enterprise management (EMS) and resource planning (ERP) systems. The OPC-UA protocol pairs operational data with data in The Hub to sharpen process control with real-time identification of deviations.

RJG said The Hub Connect optimizes processing and machine performance by:

The Hub Lite, meanwhile, simplifies migration of tool tryout data from the tool shop to production, accelerating the launch of new tools. Tool tryout data and templates are imported into The Hub, which automatically populates RJG’s CoPilot process control system to enable faster setup. More reliable data on each tool, all accessible by laptop, improves part quality with less variability in production.

And, to convert mold files and templates from its eDART system for use on CoPilot during production, RJG has launched a new data migration feature that eliminates manual data entry. Files are converted securely and stored in The Hub until needed. The Hub can then send mold configurations and templates to CoPilot. 

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