1. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Hot Runner Capabilities

2. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Options In Technology

3. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Options In Technology Externally Heated Systems –Heaters are external to the flow channels –Employs the use of tubular heated manifolds –Large assortment of nozzles and tips –Isolated sealing mechanism

4. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Options in Technology Internally Heated Systems –Heaters are located inside the flow channel –Uses cartridge heaters to heat distributor tubes and probes –For use with commodity resins –Cost effective

5. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Options in Technology Valve Gate Systems –Pin shut off eliminates any gate vestige –Uses hydraulic cylinders to actuate pin –Externally heated

6. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Options In Ordering

7. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Options In Ordering Components Wide Product Line –D-M-E has the largest supply of standard hot runner components Immediate Delivery –All standard product is available “off-the-shelf” Construction –D-M-E provides a complete set of guidelines for mold makers to build their own hot runner systems

8. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Options In Ordering Manifold and Components Custom engineered manifold All necessary components to complete a hot half Plates and assembly are provided by the moldmaker Assembly, testing, maintenance, and operating instructions included

9. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Options In Ordering Turnkey Hot Runner Systems Complete hot half system includes: –Custom engineered manifold –All plates and manifolds custom manufactured for the specific application –Complete wiring and continuity testing –Fully assembled for bolt-on installation –All riser pads and tips installed per specification D-M-E will provide on-site system start up and personnel training

10. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications

11. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications Specifically engineered for highly crystalline resins with narrow operating windows Cast Heaters provide superior nozzle heating performance Large selection of tip styles for a broad array of applications Available in two flow channel diameters –.250 and.375” CIA High Performance Hot Runner Systems

12. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications Overall nozzle lengths from 3.00 to 8.00” Nozzle bodies are made of H13 tool steel –High reliability Manifolds use heavy duty tubular heaters –Longer life –Even heating Typical applications –Medium to large parts utilizing filled and un-filled engineering resins CIA High Performance Hot Runner Systems

13. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications Engineered to process a wide spectrum of amorphous and semi-crystalline resins Dual distributed external square coil heaters –Linear heat profiles Large selection of tip styles –Broad array of applications Available in three flow channel diameters: –0.250, 0.375, 0.625” EHA Hot Runner Systems

14. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications Overall lengths from 3.00 to 11.50” Nozzle bodies are made of H13 tool steel –High reliability Manifolds use heavy duty tubular heaters –Longer life –Even heating Typical applications –Medium to large parts –Filled and un-filled amorphous and semi-crystalline resins EHA General Purpose Hot Runner Systems

15. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications Designed for optimum processing performance with commodity resin applications Nozzle heaters can be serviced in the press Five different tips to choose from Nozzles are available in.312” and.500” flow diameters Excellent for applications requiring cosmetic surfaces Excellent system for high cavitation, fast cycling, applications D-M-E Gate Mate Hot Runner Systems

16. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications An inexpensive approach for simple applications Internally heated flow tubes and probes simplify construction and installation Low mold surface temperatures Probes are available in three styles up to 10 inches long Cool-One systems can be provided with pre-machined gate inserts Typical applications include low cavitation systems processing commodity resins The D-M-E Cool-One System

17. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications A line of pre-engineered and manufactured tubular heated manifolds Designed for use by mold makers who construct hot runner systems in-house Available Off-The-Shelf 2 and 4 drop “In-Line” and “X” configurations available D-M-E Meteor Quick Delivery Manifolds

18. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications Designed for use with most D-M-E standard nozzles and components. Flow channels are designed for use with a wide range of applications Typical applications include consumer, automotive, and electronic products requiring two to four drop manifolds D-M-E Meteor Quick Delivery Manifolds

19. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications D-M-E Meteor Quick Delivery Hot Half Assemblies Designed for many D-M-E standard mold bases 3 Week Delivery Optional D-M-E mold base and temperature controller

20. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications Valve Gate for excellent cosmetic appearance, high flow rates, and quicker cycle times Completely eliminates gate vestige Floating cylinder & pin for maximum reliability Pin height is easily adjusted from outside the mold D-M-E Valve Gate Systems

21. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions Products & Applications Dual distributed heaters provide effective, linear heat profiles Full or bodiless tips available Three nozzle flow channel diameters to choose from for medium to maximum flow performance D-M-E Valve Gate Systems

22. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Capabilities

23. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Capabilities Applications Engineering Dedicated staff of mold designers and engineers to assist with: –Product Selection –System Design –Performance Analysis –Moldflow Analysis Services –Technical Advice

24. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Capabilities Manufacturing Three D-M-E manufacturing plants –On-time deliveries State of the art machining centers –Precision machining Complete system assembly, wiring, and test

25. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Capabilities D-M-E technical service representatives are globally located for complete coverage and quick availability Available for start ups, training or system service In-house accessibility for questions and immediate phone assistance 1-888-4DMEHOT Technical Service

26. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Capabilities Development Lab Ability to test under real world conditions Ability to test actual components from field Ability to rapidly perform tests with multiple variables

27. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Capabilities In-House capability to rebuild, repair and retrofit hot runner systems Service Capability Includes: –Tear down –Cleaning –Inspection –Refurbishing –Replacement –Assembly –Wiring –Testing Hot Runner Rebuild Services

28. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Capabilities D-M-E Delivers! All standard hot runner components are available for same day delivery D-M-E system delivery times begin from receipt of customer’s final mold prints Turnkey system deliveries are typically 4-8 weeks

29. D-M-E Hot Runner Solutions D-M-E Capabilities D-M-E Quality D-M-E products are designed, manufactured, assembled, and serviced in conformance with an ISO-9001 certified quality system