Ironjaw reduce the IMM cell size
( IMM – Injection Moulding Machine )
What is Ironjaw?
Ironjaw is a post-clamping system installed on the moving platens of an injection molding machine. It increases the effective clamping force without changing the machine’s nominal clamp tonnage, allowing you to:
- Run larger molds in smaller machines
- Prevent mold opening due to high cavity pressure
- Reduce clamp force requirements by 30–60%
- Produce thin-walled parts without flashing
How does Ironjaw reduce the IMM cell size?
| Without Ironjaw | With Ironjaw |
|---|---|
| Requires a larger IMM due to clamp force and mold size | Smaller IMM is sufficient due to added clamping power |
| Larger footprint (longer machine, more space for robot) | Compact machine → smaller total cell footprint |
| Higher investment and energy consumption | Lower CAPEX and operating cost |
Robot arms and safety fencing can also be downsized due to the reduced layout size.
Real-World Example
- A company running a 500-ton machine for a 4-cavity mold was able to switch to a 300-ton machine with Ironjaw, without compromising cycle time or part quality.
- The total automation cell footprint was reduced by up to 40%, which is significant in tight production areas or when scaling up with multiple cells.
Conclusion
Yes — Ironjaw reduce the IMM cell – Ironjaw helps reduce the overall size of an injection molding cell by:
- Enabling smaller injection molding machines,
- Lowering power requirements,
- Making robot integration more compact and efficient.
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