Abstract: According to the embodiments of the present invention, there is provided a split mold insert positioning device and a method of use thereof. More specifically, a split mold insert positioning device is provided. The split mold insert positioning device comprises a split mold insert positioning interface dimensioned in a complementary arrangement to a reference dimension of a given split mold insert; and a tooling interface for providing access to the given split mold insert when the split mold insert positioning interface is positioned over the given split mold insert.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a flexible cam system for reducing the likelihood of damage and/or premature wear to components of a mold during use. The flexible cam system accommodates poor coordination between components of an injection molding system during movement of the components. The flexible cam system may include a cam and a cam follower. At least one of the cam and cam follower includes a support structure and an engagement member supported by the support structure. The engagement member defines an engagement surface and includes a compliance member that is operatively connected to at least a portion of the engagement surface to accommodate a force on the engagement surface by the other of the cam and cam follower.