Moulding the Future: Latest Trends in Plastics Injection MoldingTable of ContentsMaterial Innovations: The Rise of Sustainable PlasticsTech Revolutionizing the Process: Automation & 3D PrintingAutomated Production3D-Printed MoldsPushing the Boundaries of DesignMicro-moldingMulti-Component MoldingSustainability in the SpotlightGreetings! As a seasoned injection molding expert…
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.China: The World’s Mold Manufacturing HubIn recently decades,…
IntroductionTable of ContentsIntroductionWhy Detailed Information Results in Better Injection Molding QuotesPart Drawings: The Cornerstone of an Accurate QuoteWhat to Include in Technical DrawingsPart Specifications: Defining Material and Performance NeedsKey Material Properties to SpecifyExplaining the Part’s End Use and FunctionsUsage Details…
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 ContentsShare Part GeometryCAD Files with All…
From Sketch to Shelf: Demystifying the Milestones of a Product Launch (Injected, of Course!)Table of ContentsFrom Sketch to Shelf: Demystifying the Milestones of a Product Launch (Injected, of Course!)Stage 1: Concept Validation – From Napkin Sketch to Refined DesignStage 2:…
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 CostsTable of ContentsMold ComplexityMaterial Selection1. Raw plastic resin pricing2. Mold materialsSize of the MoldTolerance RequirementsSurface Finish RequirementsProduction VolumeLead Time for ManufacturingGeographic Location for ManufacturingExpected Lifespan and DurabilityMaintenance and Upkeep FactorsDesign Principles for ManufacturingInjection molding is…
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 RevolutionComposite 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 the…
Overcoming Common Challenges When Negotiating With Suppliers in ChinaDoing 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 with…