Hot runner gating is covered in this ZIPPS LLC plastic injection molding class. Students gain an understanding of the different types
of gates and gating techniques available to today's
injection molding companies.

           Topics of Discussion:

• Care and maintenance of these hot runner assemblies. 

• The difference between a cold drop and a hot drop.

• Effects of crystalline material on hot runner drops.

• The effects of materials and temperature on the hot runner gating system.

• Valve gating, how to use and optimize.