8 key considerations for injection molding design Plastics are formed and shaped similarly to metals. It is necessary to consider 3 components when determining the appropriate material on how to design an injection molding: (a) functional requirements, (b) long-term consequences…
In 1953, Toyota Motor Company implemented the just-in-time (JIT) production concept in a large scale to reduce waste of capital, manpower, and materials in manufacturing. The concept originated in the United States. The JIT approach aims at: Just-in-time delivery of…
[toc] Various Plastic Molding Process There are many similarities between the plastic molding and metal molding. A liquid or semifluid state of plastic is formed by heating and pressing it into a mold. The following sections provide an overview of…
Besides producing plastic parts of very complex geometry, injection molding can also mean high production rates. Materials such as thermosetting and thermoplastics can both be used in the process to produce products that meet a variety of end-use needs. A…
The most common and one of the most challenging injection molding defects are weld and knit lines. Bubbles are caused by melting flow fronts colliding in a mold cavity. In spite of its cosmetic attributes, a bad knit line can…
To become a successful injection molding company, one must adhere to the highest quality standards and cultivate long-term relationships with suppliers, customers, and vendors. Mold makers must also supply premanufacturing and post-manufacturing services, such as product designing, mold building, and…
It is possible to produce anything from simple to extremely complex plastic parts using injection molding, and it is possible to produce hundreds or millions of virtually identical plastic parts using injection molding. It is not easy to construct and…
Introductory Statement The idea of how to manufacture your product comes to your mind as you begin. Which manufacturing technique is best suited to your product? Find out today if injection molding or 3D printing is the best choice for…
China’s Best Suppliers: How to Find Them Is it possible to have your procedures optimized by a company that handles sourcing? Clients and buyers (both new and experienced ones) often wonder whether to buy a business in China or not.…
Turnkey Manufacturing As the custom injection molding industry gets more competitive, top manufacturers are getting harder to find. Manufacturing activities carried out within the company also result in a heavy burden on the business. Many industries today tend to outsource…
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