Hamilton, Ohio Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Imflux Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for a major advancement in smart manufacturing. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 12090697, titled ‘Method of injection molding with down cavity detection’, introduces an intelligent system for detecting non-functioning mold cavities during injection molding in real time.
This new method automatically identifies when a mold cavity fails to fill properly during production. The system adjusts pressure and flow in response, reducing waste, avoiding defects, and keeping production lines moving efficiently. By catching problems as they happen, manufacturers can prevent flawed parts from reaching final assembly.
The technology gives operators instant feedback without interrupting the process. It works with both high and low-volume runs, making it especially useful in automotive, medical, and consumer goods industries. This level of precision lowers costs and improves consistency in molded products.
Imflux INC., a subsidiary of Procter & Gamble, is known for pushing boundaries in sustainable, low-pressure injection molding. This patent strengthens its leadership in data-driven, adaptive manufacturing solutions. The real-world benefit is clear: better quality control with less downtime and material waste.
This innovation reflects the growing role of automation and smart sensing in modern factories. By embedding intelligence into every step of the molding process, Imflux continues to reshape how plastic parts are made worldwide.