China has risen to dominate global injection mold manufacturing, but the US and Japan still lead in certain niche areas. This detailed article examines the key strengths and weaknesses of each country’s industry. Table of Contents China: The World’s Mold…
Introduction Table of Contents Introduction Why Detailed Information Results in Better Injection Molding Quotes Part Drawings: The Cornerstone of an Accurate Quote What to Include in Technical Drawings Part Specifications: Defining Material and Performance Needs Key Material Properties to Specify…
Getting a good quote for your plastic parts is key to budgeting and planning your project. But the accuracy and speed of that quote depends on the information you provide your supplier upfront. Table of Contents Share Part Geometry CAD…
From Sketch to Shelf: Demystifying the Milestones of a Product Launch (Injected, of Course!) Table of Contents From Sketch to Shelf: Demystifying the Milestones of a Product Launch (Injected, of Course!) Stage 1: Concept Validation – From Napkin Sketch to…
Injection molding has long been an inexpensive ways adopted to produce plastic parts across several industries, but its technology continues to advance at an astonishing speed. New trends like 3D-printed tooling, intelligent molding techniques and eco-friendly approaches as well as…
Introduction to Calculating Injection Mold Costs Table of Contents Mold Complexity Material Selection 1. Raw plastic resin pricing 2. Mold materials Size of the Mold Tolerance Requirements Surface Finish Requirements Production Volume Lead Time for Manufacturing Geographic Location for Manufacturing…
You have a brilliant idea for a new product. Now you want to turn this vision into a tangible object that delivers value to users. The key steps? Conceptualizing, prototyping through 3D printing and vacuum casting, then preparing the final…
Introduction: Composite Materials Usher in a Manufacturing Revolution Composite materials are swiftly becoming ubiquitous across industries, from aerospace and automobiles to sports equipment and green energy. With their peerless strength-to-weight ratios and increased longevity compared to traditional materials, composites enable…
Overcoming Common Challenges When Negotiating With Suppliers in China Doing business in China can offer many advantages, such as low-cost manufacturing, access to raw materials, and proximity to the massive domestic consumer market. However, negotiating with Chinese suppliers also comes…
Injection molding is one of the most prevalent manufacturing methods used for mass producing plastic parts and products at scale, and can produce intricate geometries with tight tolerances across industries. Traditional injection molding processes rely heavily on skilled technicians’ experience…
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