"Threaded pieces are everywhere (...). (...) These type of parts aren’t exclusive to any particular sector. Everyday these are mass-produced using multi-cavity and highly automated moulds.

(...), SteelPLUS made an interesting swimming pool pump part with six outlets. This (...) part is made by ASA material within 10mm of thickness on some particular areas, and has seven unscrewings to release.

The [part] was made by applying just one unique hydraulic cylinder with 1200mm stroke length controlling all mechanisms. For that, there are 26 gears, 4 pinions, 4 racks and shafts, and 16 bearings, also with vertical and horizontal shafts for movement transmission. All parts that are not standard had cylindrical grinding and hardened treatment, nitride or DLC coating.

In the past, this part was made using a traditional mould and taking around 3.5 minutes cycle time. Now, using SteelPLUS’ technology and solutions, (...), [we] can make the same part in a little more than a 1.5-minute cycle time with the same thickness.

To release the general undercuts, SteelPLUS uses four large mechanical slides with intensive cooling, assisted by MoldMax HH and Ampcoloy 83 material for heat dissipation. All unscrewing takes place inside the slides before opening up the mould. (...)

Also important (...) is the possibility of preventative maintenance and the ability to replace any spare parts (...).

(...) For each of its client’s needs, [we are] able to apply the right solutions (...)."

Credits to STEELPLUS