Module 1: CLOSED MOLDING TOOLING

• Plug Construction
• Laminate Design
• Tooling Gel Application
• Feed & vacuum lines
• Material Kitting Concepts
• Flange Assemblies, Mold Inserts & Penetrations
• Mold Release Systems

Module 2: NEW MOLDS

SKIFF HULL MOLD CONSTRUCTION
• Hull Mold Inner Skin Construction
• Hull Mold Jacket Construction
• Hull Mold Outer Skin & Plumbing Construction
• Mold Framing & Handling System
• First Hull Part Construction, Infusion, and Review

TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED MOLD CONSTRUCTION
• Temperature Controlled Mold Table Construction
• Mold Heating Equipment
• Concept of Temperature Controlled Molds

Module 3: MOLD CONVERSION

• Mold Surface Porosity & Cracking
• Mold Conversion GUIDELINES
• Flange Extension

Module 4: THE "B" SIDE MOLD

“B” SIDE MOLD CONCEPTS
• Introduction to “B” side molds
• Thin Shell “B” Side for VIP
• Light RTM

REUSABLE BAG CONSTRUCTION
• Complex Reusable Silicone Bags
• CCBM Brush Bag Silicone Construction
• Flanges for Reusable Bags

VERSATILE FLAT STOCK MOLDS
• Large Flat Panel Mold Setup & Infusion
• 3 sided Factory Edge Finish

Expand your Knowledge
The CMT DVD complements Andre's VIP DVDs by bringing a complete overview and hands-on education about the different closed molding technologies, such as Light RTM, CCBM, and large flat stock manufacturing.

Hands-on Learning
The CMT DVD explains and demonstrates how to build temperature controlled molds that allow mold surface control within 3 to 5 degrees during all phases of closed molding.

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