New Gate Inserts and Runner Turn Offs Progressive Components has added new runner components with the introduction of a Gate Insert and Runner Turn Off as standardized items for controlling a mold's runner system. Progressive's new Gate Insert offers a compact, off-the-shelf solution to address the issue of abrasive materials opening gates. Gate Inserts are serviceable…
New Radial Springs Center Floating Inserts for Alignment Progressive Components introduces Radial Springs, which both lift and center floating inserts, to pre-align cores before a mold's cavity interlocks engage. Precise alignment is often required between the cavities and cores, such as with critical shutoffs or requirements for a consistent parting line match. Rather than rigidly…