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Visible defects on the surface of a molded part appear as dull, glossy, or hazy areas, or
as a rippled surface, called orange peel.
Visible defects on the surface of a molded part appear as
dull, glossy, or hazy areas, or as a rippled surface, called
orange peel. Common points of occurrence include near
the sprue or behind sharp edges in areas away from the
sprue. The mold and the molding process are the best
places to seek out and identify the causes of these effects.
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Now retired, Martin Bichler is a former long-time employee of Demag Plastics Group in
Schwaig, Germany. Bichler was formerly head of application engineering and
processing development. Since his retirement, he continues to work closely with
Demag as an application advisor and symposium lecturer. He focuses on the basic
aspects of injection molding and has published a book in English, Guide to Flawless
Injection Moldings. For questions or comments on this article, contact Bob Lewis at
Demag in Strongsville, Ohio. Tel: (440) 876-8960,or e-mail
applicationsgroup@dpg.com.
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