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If the molding defects are present, plastic automotive components could be subject to rejection, rework, and large increases in production costs. These defects often appear during the end product review, when it may be too late to fix. This is…

You are creating a product that will require molded plastic parts. While injection molding and blow molding are two of the most popular methods to create high-quality, affordable plastic parts and products that are cost-effective, they are not the same.…

Technological leaps and bounds developments will eventually find their way into the industrial processes. Manufacturing processes, particularly, are at a point beyond the limits previously confined only to the realm of science-fiction. With the rapid pace of technology advancements and…

No matter what industry or project in question, managing projects can be challenging. For injection molding management discipline and supervision are crucial. The Project Management Offices (PMOs) are now an accepted norm in the molding industry. They guarantee the highest…

Relevance is key to survival and success in today’s more challenging market. It means releasing new products quickly to keep your company ahead of the competition. People who are too slow or lazy to change the business environment do not…

It can be daunting to order your first batch of prototypes, especially if the company you will work with is unfamiliar. Working with a prototyping firm doesn’t have to be difficult if you know what to expect. This article explains…

Automobiles must perform consistently in all aspects, including cooling, heating, fuel delivery, and powertrain. A manufacturer must partner with an injection moulder to achieve these critical functions. To objectively evaluate potential partners in custom injection molding, you need to ask…

Product performance is driven by quality. The stakes for critical-use applications are higher. If a product fails, it could pose a threat to safety, health, or life of the end-users. High-level risks can be mitigated by having the greatest confidence…

With an astounding 80% of automakers experiencing business interruptions due to the COVID-19 shut down of non-essential business, Many are looking closely at the effects of globalization of supply chains1. Particularly, auto OEMs are either actively reshoring or are planning…

For beginners, the only requirement is a little knowledge of mechanical drawing delineation, done either electronically via a computer (with programs like Autocad) or manually with a pencil on a drawing board. In addition to basic calculus, the designer must…