In a specialized session titled “The Future of
Mold-Making and Emerging Processes,” Naser Najarian, CEO of Viratek Bartar
Pars, discussed the role of advanced technologies in improving product quality,
increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing competitiveness in
domestic and international markets.
Najarian highlighted several cutting-edge
technologies currently shaping mold-making, including digital twins, 3D
printing, artificial intelligence, advanced materials and coatings, laser
technologies, smart molds, and multi-layer molds. Some of these technologies,
including digital twins, are already in use in Iran’s mold-making sector.
“Digital twins allow virtual simulation of molds
and production lines, using real-time data for predictive maintenance, stress
analysis, and process optimization,” he explained. “They enable engineers to
anticipate issues like gas entrapment, injection pressure, or cooling
inefficiencies before actual production begins.”
Smart molds equipped with sensors, IoT
connectivity, and automated control systems were also highlighted as crucial
innovations. Such molds can monitor injection conditions, automatically adjust
parameters to prevent defects, and record production data to enhance future
performance.
Najarian emphasized that adoption of new
materials, 3D printing, and automation technologies can significantly
accelerate production, improve precision, and reduce costs, positioning Iran’s
mold-making industry to meet the evolving demands of petrochemical, automotive,
and industrial sectors.
The 19th IranPlast exhibition continues through
Thursday at Tehran’s Permanent International Fairground, featuring workshops,
panels, and B2B meetings aimed at showcasing Iran’s advances in plastics,
polymers, and related technologies.