VIRTUALMOLDING

The fastest way from design to delivery

• Software • Engineering • Integration •

SIGMASOFT® VIRTUAL MOLDING

INTEGRATION

SOFTWARE

The fastest way to get from design to delivery, SIGMASOFT® Virtual Molding replaces live trials by optimizing the part

design, mold design and molding process. We believe that quality and delivery should not be compromised by product

complexity. Talk to us about which of our capabilities can help you make the most of yours.

A competitive advantage, having SIGMASOFT® Virtual Molding in your facility provides immediate and unlimited access

to this technology. Develop better molds and increase your window of operation. Our polymer engineers provide ongoing

support to help you meet or exceed your customer’s expectations.

We are successful when you are successful. A strong partnership is forged through assessments, continuous support and

annual reviews. Our customized implementation program is designed specifically for your needs to maximize your potential.

No Simulation

Part Design Simulation

Virtual Molding

0

5

10

Molding Trials Single Trial Cost: $7,127.21

In-House

Outsourced

Days to Obtain Results

0 1 2 3 4 5 6

$3,157.21

$891.24$105.76 $269.20

$288.48

$769.28

$173.04$269.20

$403.80

$560.00

$240.00

Part DesignerMachine Operator500 Ton Machine

Project EngineerQuality ControlMold Adjustment

Engineering ManagerMaintenanceShipping

Process EngineerMaterial Cost

Define users

IT requiremets

Training program

Customize database

Project selection

Evaluate projects

Team building

Workflow

Communication

Weekly check-in

Advanced training

Management training

Project efficiency and accuracy reviews

Implementation analysis

Future planning

Continuous education

Expert certification

Software and Engineering Support - 1 hour response time

Initial Assessment On-site Visits Ongoing Support Annual Reviews

Enhance internal engagement and knowledge

Retain proprietary information

Accelerate your delivery

Increase customer value

Make decisions faster

ENGINEERING

AUTONOMOUS OPTIMIZATION

We can help... whether you have an existing issue or a new mold to build. Work together with our polymer engineers to

understand and solve the most complex molding problems. Schedule a kick-off meeting to identify the objectives, variables

and constraints for your next project.

Whether you are looking for the best gate location or opening your window of operation, Autonomous Optimization is

fully integrated within SIGMASOFT®. Automatically create thousands of Virtual Molding Trials and instantly find the optimal

molding conditions.

SIGMASOFT® navigates the complete operating space to find the optimal solutions. The best compromise between cycle time

and warpage is found using process parameters located within the optimal process window. Easily identify the constraints

that limit your profitability, before every new mold is built.

Cyc

le T

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Warpage (In)

Best Designs

Optimal Process Window

Virtual Trials

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20

0.025

Operating Space

Runner/gate size/locationLast areas to solidify/cureWall thickness variation

Venting locationsFiber orientation

Part shrinkage and warpagePart density

Hesitation/Weld lines

Cooling/Heating designConformal cooling

Mold materials & InsulationHot/Cold spots

Filling imbalancesHot/Cold runner design

Gate freeze timeParticle segregation

Ejection issues

Optimal fill timeMold temperature

Solidification/Curing timeSolidification/Scorch during filling

Packing effectivenessPressure requirement

Clamp forceCycle time

Post ejection distortion

PART DESIGN MOLD DESIGN PROCESS

VIRTUAL MOLDING

SIGMA Plastic Services, Inc.10 N. Martingale Rd. Suite 620Schaumburg, IL, USA60173

contact@3dsigma.comwww.virtualmolding.us+1 (847) 558-5600