For manufacturers in the plastics industry, the SMARTFLOW® Scientific Cooling Class offers the industry’s best, in-depth exploration into the science of cooling in injection molding.
Ideal for designers, mold builders, tooling engineers, and mold technicians, the class focuses on not only the “how” but the “why” behind effective cooling practices.
Expert-Led Learning Experience for Injection Molders
Developed by Mark Brown and Phil Burger in collaboration with industry experts, this 2-day course immerses participants in both theoretical and practical aspects of scientific cooling. The curriculum includes energy principles related to specific polymers, the impact of heat transfer and energy flow on part quality and cycle time, and the relationship between Reynolds number (Re) and turbulent flow.
The course covers the intricacies of different cooling circuits, sizes, and how to adjust these using regulators to achieve optimal cooling. Participants learn to apply formulas for heat transfer calculations and explore energy and water conservation techniques.
The course involves hands-on activities and participants are encouraged to bring their cooling challenges for group discussion. The class also delves into water chemistry’s role in cooling and introduces pump performance curves. With a pass/fail assessment at the end, successful participants earn a Scientific Cooling Certificate, empowering them with skills and knowledge to implement in their manufacturing processes.
Join the Next Session
The next session is scheduled for March 12-13, 2024 in Erie, PA. Additional details and registration information can be found on the SMARTFLOW website.
Additional courses will be held later this year, including:
| March 12 & 13, 2024 | Hilton Garden Inn 2225 Downs Dr., Erie, PA | Deadline to register is February 19, 2024. Click here to register |
| April 10 & 11, 2024 | Arburg, Inc. 51 Doppler Irvine CA | Deadline to register is March 20, 2024. Click here to register |
| July 29 & 30, 2024 | Penn State Erie | Deadline to register is June 30, 2024. Click here to register |
Optimizing Cooling Practices for Efficiency & Quality
Sign up here for SMARTFLOW’s next Scientific Cooling Class to take your team’s skills to the next level. The Plastixs team can then work with you to identify the right solutions that fit your unique cooling needs, especially for high temp injection molding.
With decades of experience in the injection molding industry, the Plastixs team offers the support, services, and products necessary to optimize your production processes. Contact our team to learn more about our solutions and support.