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Plasticizing refers to the process in which plastics are made more flexible and easier to process by adding plasticizers or other additives. This process changes the physical properties of the material by influencing the molecular structure and increasing the mobility of the polymer chains. In industry, plasticizing is used to adapt plastics to specific requirements, for example for the production of films, coatings or flexible components. Through plasticizing, materials can achieve higher elasticity, better formability and improved processability, which optimizes production processes and increases the quality of the end products. Plasticizing is therefore an essential step in plastics processing that has a significant impact on both technical performance and economic efficiency.

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Subtractive manufacturing refers to a manufacturing process in which material is removed from a blank using various techniques such as turning, milling or drilling to form the desired end product. This process is widely used in the metal, plastics and wood industries. It enables the precise production of complex components with tight tolerances and high surface quality. Subtractive manufacturing is essential for series production, prototyping and customization in manufacturing technology. By using modern CNC machines (computerized numerical control), efficiency and accuracy can be further increased, making companies more competitive.

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The technical drawing represents a true-to-scale and detailed component. This is used to manufacture and check a component and is a central task in the manufacturing and optimization process. The drawing contains precise information on dimensions, tolerances, materials and surface finishes, for example. In order to improve the comprehensibility of such drawings, they are created according to standardized norms. To create a technical drawing, it is best to create it digitally using CAD software.

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The casting radius is an important factor when planning castings in order to avoid cracks, fractures and other limitations of the casting. The casting radius includes all corners and edges of a casting that are created during the manufacturing process. The better the casting radius is selected for the respective part, the higher the material flowability as well as the removal of the parts from the mold. In order to implement precise casting radii during production, it is necessary to record these in the technical drawings using minimum and maximum radii. Well-chosen casting radii can significantly improve the service life and reliability of components.

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In manufacturing, a workpiece refers to the basic blank or starting material that is shaped using various machining processes such as turning, milling or grinding. It forms the basis for the manufacture of an end product and can comprise metal, plastic or other materials. Workpieces are manufactured precisely according to technical drawings and specifications in order to achieve the desired dimensions and properties. The quality and accuracy of the workpiece is crucial for the functionality and durability of the finished product. In industry, the efficient machining of workpieces enables high production quality and contributes to the optimization of manufacturing processes.