It is imperative to develop In-Mold Coating technology The current mainstream dual color composite molding process in the industry has formed a clear application trend: this process involves first injecting thermoplastic substrates (first color), and then compounding thermosetting PUR materials in the mold (second color). However, the existing Moldflow software does not have a dedicated dual color composite molding simulation module, which cannot directly match this real production process. At present, competitors have not only completed the layout of the complete process simulation capability, but also perfected the PUR material card, which can directly output complete simulation analysis reports and benchmark data. They have also vigorously promoted it to mainstream host factories such as Chery and Geely, and strongly guided downstream supply chains to use competitor simulation software for project analysis. The market competition momentum is very rapid. Looking at our current situation, Moldflow does not have a dedicated dual color composite molding simulation function, and can only reluctantly use the embedded molding scheme to replace simulation, resulting in a significant deviation between simulation accuracy and actual production; At present, there is a lack of PUR specific material UDB files, which cannot even meet the basic material simulation conditions and cannot keep up with the actual project needs of customers. The market competition situation is extremely urgent. If the R&D department cannot quickly implement the development of exclusive functional modules for in mold spraying/two-color thermoplastic+thermosetting molding, complete the corresponding process simulation capabilities and supporting material databases, we will completely lose the advantages of bidding for new projects and retaining old customers. A large number of OEMs and supply chain customers will quickly flow to competitors, directly causing the loss of core business, a significant decline in market share, and missing the opportunity of the entire segmented track market. We kindly request the R&D team to prioritize and expedite the development of this process module, quickly fill in the technical gaps, and stabilize the market position. The process flow of in mold spraying is shown in the attachment. Show More

Autodesk ご担当者様   3Dメッシュの肉厚（寸法）表示に関して、 １．最小値（バーの青色）を0.0[mm]に設定する仕様 ２．肉厚を表示した状態で任意の場所をピックアップし、XYZ方向を変更してクルクル回転させてもピックアップされた肉厚情報を維持し続ける仕様   上記2点の改善を希望します。 ご検討の程よろしくお願いいたします.   Show More

I want to run a Core Shift (3D) analysis and in addition to that I wan't to define Loads (e.g. Surface, Pressure Load) on that existing 3D Core Mesh to integrate Clamping Forces as Boundary condition. For better Understanding: The average stress amplitude of mold cores or sliders is not always 0 MPa at the start of the injection molding cycle. Often, a compressive stress is present due to the clamping force. In addition to this force, dynamic loading occurs during injection and holding.   There is no Possibility to do that in AMI 2026.  This has practical benefit to investigate realisitic durability of e.g. sliders through dynamic and static pressures. As a user, you could then perform almost everything in Moldflow Insight without having to switch software or simplify boundary conditions in external FEM programs. I would suggest to integrate this option into further Software releases.  @franco.costa maybe you could discuss/evaluate the feasibility of this idea with your Researchteam. Thank you in advance. Show More

We see that while the market of raw material suppliers is very dynamic during the last decade the database in Moldflow is rather static and outdated. We, as customer, would be very happy if we could find a material from, e.g. LyondellBasell under LyondellBasell with the corresponding new name and do not need to look for old names under no longer existing companies, e.g. A. Schulman, Hoechst, etc. There must be a clever way for updating such information and to remove old datafiles completely with new versions Show More

In the contour display by gate, if a gate opens after the resin has flowed through it, the resin flowing from multiple gates will appear the same color. If the pathline display included a feature to change the color for each gate node, it would be helpful for distinguishing which gate the resin is flowing into. Show More

We suggest adding a location constraint function (similar to gate location analysis) to the 3D additive manufacturing cooling channel optimization  in Moldflow 2027. This is to restrict channels from being placed in forbidden areas such as ejector pins, slides, and angle pins during layout.  Show More

Dear product manager, our customer need to use reactive molding to analysis core shift, but in this module (reactive molding) , there is not function for core shift. In fact, in the past years, thermosetmaterials are increasingly being used in the automotive industry. And Some parts usually have inserts. We need a core shift analysis in the reactive molding. thanks. Show More

The naming of the deflection results is currently inconsistent and can lead to confusion or incorrect comparisons:   Example: Comparison of two simulations Simulation WITH constraints: The result “Deflection, all effects: Deflection” includes the constraints. To view the unconstrained result, “Deflection, all effects (unconstrained): Deflection” must be selected. Simulation WITHOUT constraints: The result “Deflection, all effects: Deflection” does not include constraints. Issue: The same result name (“Deflection, all effects: Deflection”) can therefore refer to different boundary conditions depending on the simulation setup. As a result, comparing the two simulations (from the example above) using the lock plot will compare constrained and unconstrained deflection results — simply because they share the same name.   Improved naming proposal: “Deflection, all effects: Deflection” → always displays the unconstrained result “Deflection, all effects (constrained): Deflection” → used for results with constraints This naming convention should be applied consistently to all deflection results. Show More

Problem / Current limitation In Moldflow Insight/Synergy, "Shear stress at wall" is available only as a scalar magnitude. For insert molding evaluations, we need the directional component of the wall shear traction (e.g., along model X/Y/Z or a specific axis), but there is no direct result to display/export it. Use case (why it matters) We are investigating a failure mode where a rubber insert tends to lift off/detach from the mold. The deformation is driven by tangential traction direction at the resin-insert interface, so magnitude-only wall shear stress is not sufficient to identify critical regions. Requested enhancement Please provide wall shear traction output in a directional form, such as: 1) Component results in model coordinates (Tx, Ty, Tz or X/Y/Z components), and/or 2) Projection onto a user-defined direction vector (dot product with a unit direction) Nice-to-have If possible, also allow projection in a local coordinate system defined by the user. Environment Product: Moldflow Insight + Synergy Version: (fill in) Result: Shear stress at wall Show More

To make the pressure calculation more closely match the actual situation, it is recommended to add a module for modeling the injection machine barrel. There are many specifications for the barrel. Currently, it is not convenient to build the barrel in Moldflow. Show More

Hello team,   As you may aware, PCB (FR4) is one of the commonly used part insert for over-molding with plastic (mostly thermoset). I have seen also the below queries where they tried to use PCB as part insert but there are no inbuilt PCB properties readily available for us to choose.   https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/moldflow-insight-forum/material-for-pcb/td-p/9539372 https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/moldflow-insight-forum/thermoset-ovemolding/m-p/11194078#M1614 https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/moldflow-insight-forum/not-able-to-simulate-with-part-inserts-in-reactive-moulding/m-p/9551069#M2741 https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/moldflow-insight-forum/insert-surface-temperature/m-p/7015438#M5770   Could you please create an inbuilt generic FR4 PCB grade and make available in the future versions of Moldflow? Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FR-4#Properties   Thanks & Regards, Kulandaivel Show More

Thank you for your continued support. As I was unsure where to post this inquiry, I’ve decided to submit it here. Recently, I tried to compare actual molded products with the results from a simulation to see if similar outcomes could be reproduced. However, despite using the same molding conditions, same geometry, and same material, the analysis showed a significantly higher filling pressure. Could there be any possible factors that might have led to such a discrepancy? I would greatly appreciate your guidance. Show More

Hello,,   when importing udm, could it be possible to have a window to ask for settings like dimension (the same than for cad or pat format)?   Best regards   Cédric Show More

Hi, Request to provide CAD body as surface instead of solid body. so that if any mesh to be repaired locally such as fillet removal, lettering and embossing removal can be done easily. if any changes in local surface then mesh to be updated accordingly. this saves our time in depending on pre processing tools. Regards, B.Vasanth Show More

Hello,   I am looking for a way to select an entity, primarily a node or curve, and then be able to automatically select every feature that is connected to that entity. For reference, I have imported CAD for cooling lines, assigned the "Channel 3D" property to the CAD, and then created centerlines (Geometry -> Curves -> Centerlines). Most of the molds I work with have complex cooling (multiple circuits, baffles, bubblers, etc...) and channels can be difficult to trace, even when assigning CAD to different layers before using the Centerlines command. I would like a way to automatically select all the entities that are connect to the entity I manually select.   This helps with: 1. Selecting curves with different properties to move to new layers 2. Finding disconnects in circuits after using Centerline command 3. Isolating circuit(s) to move to new layers (avoid manually clicking everything). 4. Ensure curves are connected when manually creating new curves (hot runner and cooling lines)   For reference, I have tried these Selection options, but they do not achieve what I'm trying to do. - Expand (only works for mesh entities) - Select by property (selects more than what is needed)   This doesn't have to be just for nodes/curves but figured it would be a good starting point.   Here is an example picture of centerlines and a potential circuit I would like to select.   Thanks, Kevin Show More

Respected sir/mam,   In current versions of Moldflow there is no option for automatic or suggested flow pattern, if you add  option like the best flow pattern  it will very helpful to determine which filling pattern is best  for xyz  part.    Thanks Sumit Kushwaha Show More

Can the annealing function open the annealing time limit? Currently, the maximum time limit is 1 hour, while the customer's actual time is 10 hours, sometimes even up to 24 hours Show More

Our  customer's computer is out off the internet,  and can not download any video decode. So they can not play the .mp4 file which is exported from moldflow 2026. But the old file format .gif can play in the same computer. Therefor, we strongly need a .gif format in the new  moldflow 2026.    Show More

Dear Moldflow Product development team, @raalte The usage of annular rectangular cross-section hot runners, such as the FDU hot runner (FDU | Products | Hot runner nozzles), is increasing rapidly. Modeling them as 1D annular rectangular beams is not a direct option in Moldflow Synergy 2025. An alternative option is to use a 3D Tetra mesh with a hot gate 3D valve gate system. However, to work with Dual Domain and Midplane meshes, the beam element is inevitable.   Best regards, Ethaya Show More