Reducing Production Downtime: The Benefits of High-Performance Mold Release Agents in Rotational Molding

Rotational molding is a versatile, cost-effective way of producing large plastic parts. This complex production process serves numerous industries and applications, but it also comes with distinct challenges. Without a mold release agent, products can fuse to the mold and become damaged, causing a decrease in product quality and potentially even significant product loss, which leads to costly downtime.

At W.N. SHAW, we manufacture high-performance mold release agents for various applications.

The Benefits of High-Performance Mold Release Agents

Using mold release agents for rotational molding is an essential part of the process, largely due to these advantages:

• Increased productivity: With a reliable mold release agent, you can reduce downtime associated with longer cleaning times and, more importantly, reduce time lost due to having to scrap damaged or defective batches that would not release. This ease of processing helps streamline production and increase productivity for rotational molders.
• Superior release characteristics: One of the main functions of quality mold release agents is product protection. An easier release reduces the chance of the product fusing to the mold and breaking upon attempted removal. Additionally, enhanced ease of removal leads to other significant benefits, including cleaner molds and reduced defect and scrap rates.
• Better surface finish: With a custom-formulated mold release, you can enjoy enhanced surface quality with the finish and shape you desire.
• Temperature resistance: A high-performance mold release agent has an evaporation rate suited to specific rotational molding processes. Quality mold release agents can also withstand the high temperatures of rotary ovens. 
• Increased mold life span: A good mold release agent can help increase the life span of your molds by keeping them cleaner and reducing the risk of contamination or damage due to fused products. This capability is important for obtaining maximum return on investment for your molding equipment.
• Versatility: Custom-formulated mold release agents can serve many different applications. At W.N. SHAW, we offer mold releases with sophisticated capabilities suited to various materials, including technical rubber, polyurethane, tires, rubber hose and rotational molding.

About W.N. SHAW Mold Release Agents 

W.N. SHAW is a leading specialty chemical company and mold release developer with over 100 years of combined experience. 

Our mold release agents possess outstanding capabilities thanks to our expertise in custom formulation. We aim to serve any mold release application and offer a variety of products, from semi-permanent solvent– and water-based mold releases to water-based wax and silicone emulsions, silicone- and VOC-free mold releases, anti-tack formulations, and other solutions.

Contact Us for Quality Rotational Molding Solutions

Using a high-performance mold release agent is vital for product protection, an enhanced surface finish and increased productivity. You can rely on us for custom-formulated mold release agents that suit your rotational molding applications. Contact us today to discuss your needs or to request more information.