Definition
Cycle in which some stages are performed automatically by the machine, while others are carried out manually by the operator. It combines the precision and speed of automation with the operator's skill and control.
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Semi-Automatic Cycle
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- Automatic CycleProcess
Process controlled by an automated system, from dosing and heating of the plastic to opening, closing, and ejection of the mold, with auxiliaries such as robot arms and conveyor belts.
- Molding CycleProcess
Process used in plastic manufacturing that consists of injecting molten material into a mold, allowing it to cool and solidify to obtain molded parts with specific shapes and sizes.
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