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Experience has shown
Side Gating can be simple too.


The thermal side gate nozzle from Männer proves with demanding series products that cosmetic gate points, easy assembly, and consistent reliability can be elegantly combined. Even in high-cavity molds.

 

Learn more about Side Gating in Medical, Packaging and Electronics Applications:

The Difference at a glance

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    The Best Thermal Separation: Less Energy Consumption.
    A circular seal between the nozzle tip and the mold ensures thermal separation. The resulting low heat transfer into the cavity leads to reduced energy consumption and enables shorter cycle times.
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    For Cosmetic Gates: Barely Visible Injection Point.
    The cylindrical seal is not only responsible for thermal separation but also for creating gate points that are hardly visible, with diameters in fractions of millimeters. The injection point can be placed in the visible area.
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    For Technical Resins: Loves Demanding Plastics.

    The Side Gate Nozzle can do more than just processing standard materials. Even with highly glass fiber-reinforced and mineral-filled plastics or materials with narrow process windows, the nozzle impresses with a homogeneous temperature profile.

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    Easy Maintenance: Tip Change
    in 8 Minutes.

    Since side gate nozzles protrude into the mold insert, it is crucial for the user to know how challenging the disassembly is during maintenance or when a fault occurs. Eight minutes—that's how quick the time is to change a nozzle insert, with the mold remaining on the machine. And if necessary, a cavity can be shut down just as quickly and easily to keep production interruptions as short as possible.

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    Patented Heaters: Homogeneous Temperature.
    The homogeneous temperature profile in the nozzle is crucial, especially when processing technical or sensitive materials.
     
    The focus during the development of the nozzle was therefore on the heating design. The Side Gate Nozzle is equipped with patented heating elements, which have already proven their efficiency in countless applications.
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    Perfect Filled Cavities: Individual
    Tip Control.
    The best option for the ideal balance of fill in multicavity applications.
     
    At the same time, precise temperature control allows for the processing of a wide range of materials, including highly glass fiber-reinforced and mineral-filled plastics with narrow process windows.

Fits Perfectly Into  Your Mold Design.

The Side Gate Nozzle is available in various sizes to accommodate different part volumes.
This allows for adaptation to various part geometries and shot weights.

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    Radial Version
    • 1, 2, 4 or 8 nozzle tips.
    • Versatile layout of the injection points.
    • The single tip version allows extreme design flexibility.
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    Linear Version
    • 2+2 or 4+4 parallel nozzle tips.
    • Minimal gate point spacing of 16 mm.
    • Particularly suitable for applications requiring multiple injection points in a row.

Easy Maintenance.

Since side gate nozzles protrude into the mold insert, it is crucial for the user to know how challenging the disassembly is during maintenance or when a fault occurs. Eight minutes—that's how quick the time is to change a nozzle insert, with the mold remaining on the machine. And if ever necessary, a cavity can be shut down just as quickly and easily to keep production interruptions as short as possible.

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    Hot Runner Side Gating

    The thermal side gate nozzle from Männer proves in demanding, high-volume production that cosmetic gate points, easy assembly, and long-term reliability can be seamlessly combined.

    Even in high-cavity molds, this technology ensures consistent performance and superior part quality – making it the ideal choice when precision and appearance matter most.

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We offer the right refurbishment package –
tailored to your mold's needs.

Whether your mold requires only minor adjustments or a full mechanical and functional overhaul: we offer a flexible range of refurbishment solutions to match your goals, timeline, and budget. All packages are carried out by experienced tooling experts using OEM-level standards and documentation. Planned refurbishment reduces unexpected downtime, lowers total cost of ownership, and keeps your production running efficiently.

 

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    Mold Refurbishment Light Package

    Our Light Package focuses on essential components to restore reliable performance with minimal downtime:

    • Full refurbishment of the hot runner system

    • Replacement of guiding and centering elements for FH & MH (AS & DS)

    • Warranty renewal of the hot runner system in accordance with Otto Männer GmbH’s general terms and conditions

    This package is ideal for molds still in good condition that require targeted maintenance to ensure consistent part quality and continued process stability.

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    Mold Refurbishment Full Package

    Our most comprehensive package restores your mold to peak performance – ideal for extending lifecycle and maximizing output reliability:

    • Complete replacement of cavity stacks

    • New guiding and centering elements

    • Replacement of all wear and tear parts

    • Full cleaning and inspection of the entire mold

    • Final Operational Test (FOT) to validate performance

    • Warranty renewal with 50% of the original new mold conditions – minimum 1 million cycles guaranteed

    This package is recommended when a mold shows extensive wear or reduced precision. It offers a cost-efficient alternative to new mold investment, with high functional reliability.

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    Mold Refurbishment Custom Package

    Tailored refurbishment after a comprehensive mold assessment – based on the exact condition and requirements of your mold.

    • On-site assessment by our experts

    • Customized quotation based on actual wear and condition

    • Refurbishment performed at the MS mold plant, using OEM standards

    • Final Operational Test (FOT) ensures mold readiness

    • Warranty renewal after full refurbishment with 50% of the original warranty conditions – minimum 1 million cycles

    Cost transparency & value-added:

    • Refurbishment > €100k → 50% reimbursement of the assessment costs

    • Refurbishment > €200k → 75% reimbursement of the assessment costs

    Optional add-ons:

    • Spare parts packages (mold / hot runner)

    • Stand-alone repairs of damaged components (if feasible)

    • Modifications to meet new production or product requirements

    This package is ideal for complex, high-value molds where a detailed condition-based approach ensures maximum return on investment.

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    Cube Mold Refurbishment ETW Package

    Planned hot runner maintenance can reduce downtime by up to 70%.

     
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    Mold & Hot Runner Refurbishment Spare Parts Agreement

    Always Ready, Always Reliable: A spare parts agreement with Männer or Foboha ensures that essential components are always available to keep your molds running smoothly. By securing predefined parts in advance, you minimize downtime and increase efficiency.

    Your benefits at a glance:

    • Rapid availability
      Immediate access to critical spare parts – less unplanned downtime, better service performance.

    • Cost efficiency
      Attractive long-term conditions and pricing through fixed contracts.

    • Planning reliability
      Simplified scheduling of maintenance and repairs with assured parts supply.

    • Lower administrative effort
      Reduce time and resources needed for sourcing and procurement

    • Storage costs are covered by Männer/Foboha
     
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