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DME Offers Faster Turnarounds for Hot Runner Systems
Sourcing advancements mean shorter lead times for customers
Madison Heights, Mich. – DME Company, a leading manufacturer of mold technologies, has recently streamlined operations to provide Hot Runner technologies to customers with significantly shorter lead times than were previously possible.
The company is now able to provide components with same-day shipping, manifolds & components in 3-4 weeks, unitized systems in 4-5 weeks and full hot half systems in 5-6 weeks.
“DME has been a leader in hot runner technology for nearly 40 years, but we never stop striving to be a better resource for our customers,” said Craig Kovacic, DME Hot Runner Business Manager. “We recognized opportunities to make improvements in our turnaround times, and today, we’re pleased to offer faster delivery at more competitive prices than ever before on all of our most essential hot runner systems and components.”
DME has recently increased its focus on improving production and delivery practices in cooperation with its component sourcing partners. As a result, the company is now able to offer much faster turnarounds for its entire hot runner line.
Manifold & Components
DME can now deliver custom manifold and all critical components in as little as 3-4 weeks – including nozzles, heaters, support pads, dowels, terminal boxes and a design guide for layout of pocket machining.
The manifold arrives completely machined to customer specifications with flow channels, both horizontal and vertical, and end plugs. Fast delivery is available on any of DME’s open gate hot runner nozzles, including leading lines such as Stellar, Galaxy, Hot One, Gate-Mate and Cool One.
Unitized Systems
DME also offers Unitized Hot One, Galaxy and Stellar Systems with a 4-5-week delivery. If customers lack the time or resources to assemble the manifold and components, these open gate or valve gate systems arrive plumbed, assembled, pre-heated, tested and ready to go.
Besides saving customers valuable time, a unitized system:
- Prevents potential damage (pinched thermocouples, cut wires, etc.)
- Ensures proper wiring and plumbing
- Eliminates potential leaks with properly installed seal rings
Full Hot Half Systems
DME is also able to deliver a complete package system – matching unique gate locations, materials and other parameters – in only 5-6 weeks.
The systems are delivered fully wired with prepped water cooled plates and with riser pads and other components already fitted – eliminating the hassle of leaks or other headaches. With simple machining of the clearance bores, customers are ready to bolt on the A plate and start molding right away.
About DME
DME Company is an essential mold technologies resource to customers worldwide. Through aggressive new product development, global product standardization and a powerful combination of in-house manufacturing centers of excellence and strategic global partnerships, DME is helping customers succeed in changing times. The company’s standard-setting, comprehensive product line — including hot runner systems; control systems; mold bases and components; mold making and molding supplies; and cold runner systems for elastomers — is backed by expert technical service every step of the way. DME also manufactures and sells standard tooling for the die-casting industry. Visit www.dme.net for more information.
