Thermoset Compression Molding

Thermoset Compression Parts

Compression molding is a relatively simple process where thermoset materials are loaded directly into a heated mold. Once the mold closes, parts are formed using heat and pressure over time.

The thermoset material can be introduced into the mold in a raw state, either cold or preheated. The raw material can also be preformed into a specific size prior to molding based upon the application.

The Compression Molding process permits an orientation of fibers that can provide parts with a higher impact resistance and compressive strength. However, this process tends to favor parts that may be limited in complexity.

Thermoset Compression Parts

Our processing equipment ranges in size from 25 up to 500 ton. All machines are set up as a work cell allowing us to run numerous  machines automatically, significantly reducing our labor content and allowing us to be very competitive.

A list of the molding compounds used in this department:

     
• Phenolics
• Melamine-Phenolic
• DAP
• Urea
• Thermoset Polyester   

Thermoset Compression