What is a plastic hinge? In injection molding, a plastic hinge refers to a specialized feature designed within a plastic part to provide flexibility and allow rotational movement. The plastic hinge design allows it to endure repeated cycles of bending or flexing without causing permanent deformation or failure of the part. Using the inherent elasticity […]
Custom plastic injection molding is a manufacturing process that involves the creation of a three-dimensional object by injecting molten plastic into a mold. This technique produces plastic parts with high precision and consistency, making it a popular choice in various industries such as automotive, medical, and consumer goods. With custom plastic molding, companies can create […]
Plastic injection molding is a widely used manufacturing process for creating plastic parts of various sizes and shapes. Injection molding parts have become ubiquitous in our daily lives. From the plastic components in cars and appliances to toys and medical devices. If you have a product idea, it may interest you to learn if you […]
What is a plastic injection molding machine? Plastic injection molding machines are used to manufacture large quantities of plastic parts. People use them in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical, and consumer products. Injection molded parts are made by melting plastic pellets and injecting them into a mold cavity. The desired part shape is formed, […]
Do you have a great idea for a new product but need to test out a few different versions? Perhaps you need to create multiple examples of your product to show to investors. Either way, rapid plastic prototyping will help you develop your product and make the leap from design to mass production with lower […]
What are threaded inserts? Threaded inserts are small, often cylindrical, parts that you can insert into a hole in a plastic part during the molding process to provide a threaded hole for a screw or bolt. Threaded insert design typically uses metal, such as steel, brass, or aluminum inserts, and comes in various thread types […]
Plastic injection molding is a process in which molten plastic injects into a mold cavity, then it cools down until a solid part forms in the shape of the mold. There are many factors that make that process specific for each part, and one factor to consider is how many cavities a mold uses. H2: […]
Living Hinges: What Are They & How Do They Work Living hinges are a function built into some injection molded plastic parts. In this article we will learn more about live hinge design, live hinge material options, and other aspects of live hinge injection molding. What is a living hinge? A living hinge allows a […]
What Are Knit Lines In Injection Molding? What are knit lines? Knit lines, weld lines, mold lines, or flow lines in injection molding are faint lines that become visible on certain plastic parts. Weld lines may appear like seams or scratches, but that is not what they are. Wavy lines are another feature of weld […]
Durable Plastic Product Designs Plastic parts need to be durable enough to handle the stress and wear and tear that the final product will go through when a consumer uses it. Using a gusset structure, rib parts, the right materials, and thick enough walls will give the plastic product the durability it requires. These are […]
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