METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COUPLING MELT CONDUITS IN A MOLDING SYSTEM AND/OR A RUNNER SYSTEM

摘要

Method and apparatus for a molding melt conduit and/or runner system includes coupling structure having a first surface configured to couple with a first melt conduit or manifold, and a second surface configured to couple with a second melt conduit or manifold. Cooling structure is configured to provide a coolant to the coupling structure. Preferably, the cooling structure cools the coupling structure to a temperature that causes any melt leaking from near the coupling structure to at least partially solidify thereby further sealing the connection(s).