Design for longevity in industrial products
A pedagogical case study on steel moulds for injection mould manufacturing
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.54337/plate2025-10460Keywords:
Remanufacturing, Product Longevity, Slowing Resources, Steel Moulds, ManufacteringAbstract
This paper aims to demonstrate the life cycle costing and environmental impacts of different R-strategy scenarios, with a focus on steel moulds. Reuse primarily focuses on remanufacturing steel moulds and exploring the most environmentally optimal strategy, serving as a supplier in a circular economy. The scope of this case study does not include recycling scenarios. The study uses a pedagogical case study in collaboration with The LEGO Group. One approach is to map the CO2-eq footprint of steel mould consumption to prepare for a digital architecture based on material consumption and circular strategies.
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