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In this Technology Tuesdays podcast, Jonathan Cottrell, lead program manager with PTI, chats with Design World\u2019s Michelle Froese about design for manufacturing and the injection-molding process. Cottrell discusses the key factors to take into account when designing plastic parts, including the material, gate, wall, tool, and draft considerations. \n\nListen in for: \n\u2022 Key considerations for the injection-molding process, including material selection \n\u2022 How to achieve uniform wall thickness and the significance of applying proper draft \n\u2022 The importance of gating, part geometry, and tool design \n\u2022 Variables to account for when ejecting a part from the mold\n\u2022 Tips for improving aesthetics without compromising a part\u2019s reliability\n\nJonathan Cottrell BSME, MBA, has been working in the field of plastic injection molding since graduating from high school. With nearly 25 years of experience, he\u2019s developed products in several industries including automotive, aerospace, military, agriculture, medical devices, and others. Cottrell\u2019s had the opportunity in his career to follow products throughout their lifecycle \u2014 from concept to completion \u2014 which has led to valuable experience when implementing design for manufacturing practices to produce quality parts.\n\nPTI is a custom injection molder and manufacturer of plastic components and assemblies, specializing in low-volume production. The company has extensive capabilities in design, engineering, and tooling, with an array of secondary services.