FOCUSED TRAINING MODULES

HOW TO USE OUR FOCUSED TRAINING MODULES

STEP 1 Review the Lesson Content

Preview the video training lesson for the module to determine which employees at your
facility could benefit from this training. Focus on the following criteria:

· Who would benefit directly from learning this topic?

· Who should know about the concepts covered in this module?

STEP 2 Complete the Training Plan

List all the employees identified in STEP 1 in your TRAINING PLAN for the module. We
recommend that you identify your employees by job description (such as all the technicians or
operators) and use this to track their progress throughout the training initiative.

STEP 3 Have Your Employees Watch the Video Training Lesson

Have each employee on your training plan sit down and watch the video training lesson. We
suggest that you train from the top down: This will help you get everyone on the same page.

STEP 4 Carry out the On-The-Job Training

Identify a few knowledgeable employees who can take the others out to the plant floor and
cover the ON-THE-JOB TRAINING SHEET. Be sure to complete this step within a week of
completing STEP 3.

STEP 5 Quiz Your Employees

Have each employee on your training plan take the TRAINING QUIZ. To pass the test, your
employees must answer at least 3 out of the 4 questions correctly. If they fail the quiz, have
them repeat STEP 3 and STEP 4 before giving them another opportunity to pass the quiz.

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ON-THE-JOB TRAINING SHEET

Training Facilitator:

Training Participant:

Training Date:

Training Location: In the location having part prints and example parts containing
weld lines and meld lines.

Discuss weld lines:

• Melt front is split by a mold feature, the material flows around, and then the flow fronts join at
the weld lines
• The strength of the weld line is dependant on the amount of molecular interaction between
the two flow fronts due to packing
• The appearance of the weld line is dependant on how well the area is vented and how much
force is packing pressure is applied to the weld line

Discuss meld lines:

• Melt fronts are split by a mold feature like a weld line, but when the flow fronts join they
continue flowing.
• The strength of the meld line is dependant on the amounts of molecular interaction due to
flow and packing
• The appearance of the meld line is dependant on how much the material flows after the meld
is joined and how well the area is vented

Explain that the major difference between weld and meld lines:
• Weld lines are static, since the flow stops after creation
• Meld lines are dynamic, since the flow still continues after creation

Show some different parts and ask/help the employee to identify and differentiate the meld and
weld lines on the parts. Also discuss some ways you improve the strength and appearance of the
weld and meld lines on your parts.

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TRAINING QUIZ

Facilitator Name:

Participant Name:

Date:

Question #1:
Meld lines are formed when… (circle one)
A. The melt fronts stop flowing after they meet
B. The melt fronts continue flowing after they meet
C. Both A and B are correct

Question #2:
The strength of a weld or meld line is dependent on the amount of molecular interaction across the
two flow fronts. (circle one)
True or False

Question #3:
Meld lines are typically… (circle one)
A. Stronger than weld lines
B. Weaker than weld lines
C. The same strength as weld lines

Question #4:
Briefly explain the differences between a meld line and a weld line.
(write your answer in the space below)

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TRAINING QUIZ ANSWERS

Passing Score: 3 of the 4 questions must be answered correctly

Question #1:
Meld lines are formed when… (circle one)
A. The melt fronts stop flowing after they meet
B. The melt fronts continue flowing after they meet
C. Both A and B are correct
Melt fronts are split by a mold feature like a weld line, but when the flow fronts join they continue flowing.

Question #2:
The strength of a weld or meld line is dependent on the amount of molecular interaction across the
two flow fronts. (circle one)
True or False
The strength of the weld line is dependant on the amount of molecular interaction between the two
flow fronts due to packing. The strength of the meld line is dependant on the amounts of molecular
interaction due to flow and packing.

Question #3:
Meld lines are typically… (circle one)
A. Stronger than weld lines
B. Weaker than weld lines
C. The same strength as weld lines
When meld lines occur, the melt front is still flowing. Therefore melted material still flows at either side
of the meld line – providing greater strength.

Question #4:
Briefly explain the differences between a meld line and a weld line.
This question requires your input. Answer should convey an understanding on the following concepts:
Weld lines are static, since the flow stops after creation. Meld lines are dynamic, since the flow still
continues after creation.

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