LEARNING OBJECTIVE
- To equip participants with proper knowledge and skills in mould maintenance
- To understand types of mould failures and wear
- To develop systematic cleaning and preventive maintenance routines
- To improve overall productivity and extend mould lifespan
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Mould Maintenance Technicians
- Toolmakers and Machinists
- Process Engineers
- QA/Production Supervisors
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
- Maintenance checklist templates
- Cleaning SOPs
- Case study files and images
- Certification of completion
COURSE OUTLINE
DAY 1: Mould Maintenance Fundamentals
Morning Session:
1.0 Introduction to Mould Maintenance
- Importance of mould care in production
- Types of maintenance: preventive, predictive, corrective
- Common mould failures and defects
2.0 Tool Wear and Damage Recognition
- Identifying early signs of wear (flash, scoring, corrosion, galling)
- Causes of damage (poor setup, wrong materials, overheating)
3.0 Mould Disassembly Techniques
- Safety procedures during disassembly
- Tool and equipment requirements
- Step-by-step teardown checklist
Afternoon Session:
4.0 Component Inspection and Evaluation
- Inspecting ejector pins, inserts, runners, cooling lines
- Using basic measuring tools (calipers, gauges)
- Documentation and condition logging
5.0 Basic Repair Techniques
- Polishing scratches and minor dings
- Replacement of damaged components
- Welding and surface treatment basics
DAY 2: Cleaning, Assembly and PM Scheduling
Morning Session:
6.0 Cleaning Practices and Materials
- Cleaning agents and degreasers
- Ultrasonic cleaning methods
- Manual cleaning: dos and don’ts
7.0 Mould Reassembly Procedures
- Ensuring proper alignment
- Torque and fastening considerations
- Lubrication and corrosion protection
Afternoon Session:
8.0 Preventive Maintenance Scheduling
- PM frequency by shot count or running time
- Maintenance logbooks and checklists
- Integration with production schedules
9.0 Case Study and Troubleshooting Workshop
- Analysis of failed moulds and root causes
- Hands-on session or video demonstration
- Group recommendations and discussion
