Abstract: A mold device for production of footwear by direct injection molding includes a first side mold, a second side mold, and a bottom mold. The first side mold and the second side mold are configured to be movable laterally in relation to each other and the bottom mold is configured to be movable vertically in relation to the first side mold and the second side mold. The first side mold, the second side mold, and the bottom mold are configured to define at least part of a mold cavity The mold device further includes a last holding device.

Abstract: A footwear manufacturing conveyor system includes a rail system. A first rail and guideways positioned within the boundary of the first rail provide at least one path of travel along the rail system. A propulsion system with a plurality of electrical coils is configured to provide magnetic propulsion. A vehicle has a magnet is configured to interact with the propulsion system. A receiving part is adapted to receive a footwear last. A load bearing element has a primary surface which is configured to engage with the first rail and an opposite secondary surface. The rail system further includes a second rail, positioned at an opposite side of the load bearing element.