Worksite Improvement Case Studies

Plastic molding workplaces

Significantly increased productivity and safety by preventing hose degradation and coupling disconnection/leakage.

The customer was using a heat-resistant silicone hose connected with a barb hose clamp to transport hot water (120°C) for a plastic molding machine. However, the hose began to crack in less than one year of installation, and issues such as coupling disconnection and leaks were also occurring. The customer needed to do something to prevent production loss and work injuries caused by burns.

The customer decided to install TOYOSILICONE Steam Hose (with heat resistance up to 140°C) and TOYOCONNECTOR to prevent disconnections and leaks. After switching the old parts out, the customer experienced less hose degradation due to heat, and therefore had to replace the hose less often. The new parts also eliminated disconnections and leaks, allowing the customer to stabilize production, help prevent burns, and increase productivity.