The selection of a plastic injection molding machine should be considered together with the characteristics of the part to be produced and the production objectives of the business. Starting the investment evaluation with information about the product, mold, and raw material makes it possible to compare machine quotations based on the same requirements.
Priorities may vary in packaging, automotive, white goods, or technical part production. Therefore, during the selection process, not only the technical specifications of the machine but also its compatibility with the production line should be examined.
Evaluate mold and machine compatibility
Include parameters such as clamping force, mold mounting platen dimensions, distance between tie bars, and mold opening stroke in your technical comparison table. When evaluating the injection unit, also examine screw diameter, injection volume, pressure, and speed data together. BMB's technical documentation presents these parameters separately.
BMB technical documentation
Include mold dimensions, number of cavities, part weight, and the material to be used in your quotation request. This allows the compatibility of the proposed machine with your application to be evaluated more concretely.
Define your cycle target according to production conditions
When communicating your target cycle time to the supplier, also specify the acceptable product quality and the auxiliary equipment to be used. Ask under which mold, material, and operating conditions the performance evaluation was carried out.
Whenever possible, conduct the evaluation using an application that represents your own product. Clarify in writing the conditions on which the performance values stated in the quotation are based.
Compare electric and hybrid options
When comparing these options, request information about the motion control required for your application, facility infrastructure, maintenance requirements, and measured consumption data. When evaluating energy consumption, check under which product and production conditions the measurements were taken.
Consider the total operating cost
Add installation, auxiliary equipment, maintenance, consumables, and training costs to the purchase budget. Clarify the scope of after-sales support, spare parts conditions, and responsibilities during the quotation stage.
To evaluate the most suitable plastic injection molding machine for your production, share your part, mold, and capacity targets with Somplast and request a quotation tailored to your application.
