Process | Injection |
Materials | Re-Processed Plastic Recycled Polyethylene Polypropylene ABS Acrylic Nylon Polycarbonate Polyester Styrene |
Clamping Force | 230 to 650 tons |
Shot Size | up to 80 oz |
Number of Cavities | 1 to 64 |
Thickness | Up to .250 in |
Area | Up to 480 in2 |
Weight | Up to 5 lbs |
Quality | Control |
Documentation | First Article |
Additional Services | Design Engineering Drop Shipping |
Production Volume | Prototype to Production |
Lead Time | 2 to 3 weeks (Production) 8 - 10 weeks (Tooling) |
Re-processed plastic, also known as recycled plastic, is material made from recovered plastic waste that is cleaned, sorted, shredded, melted, and reformed into new products. This process reduces the need for virgin plastic, cuts down on landfill waste, conserves natural resources, and lowers greenhouse gas emissions. Re-processed plastic is used to create various new products, including packaging, containers, automotive parts, and consumer goods.
Recycled plastic materials are types of plastic that have been recovered from waste and reprocessed into new products. Common types include:
Recycling these materials reduces the need for virgin plastic, minimizes landfill waste, and lowers environmental impact.
Polyethylene is a widely used plastic made from ethylene monomers. It comes in several types:
Polyethylene is known for its versatility, chemical resistance, and durability, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Polypropylene (PP) is a versatile, durable thermoplastic polymer made from propylene monomers. It is known for its chemical resistance, lightweight nature, high melting point, and non-toxicity. Key uses include:
Polypropylene is widely used due to its balance of performance, cost-effectiveness, and versatility.
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) plastic is a tough, rigid, and impact-resistant thermoplastic polymer. It is known for its chemical resistance, good thermal stability, ease of processing, and aesthetic qualities.
Uses:
ABS is favored for its durability, ease of manufacturing, and attractive finish.
Acrylic plastic, also known as PMMA, is a transparent, lightweight, and shatter-resistant thermoplastic. It offers excellent optical clarity and weather resistance, making it versatile for many uses.
Uses:
Acrylic's durability, transparency, and ease of use make it ideal for various applications.
Nylon is a strong, durable, and heat-resistant synthetic thermoplastic polymer from the polyamide family. It is known for its high strength, elasticity, abrasion resistance, chemical resistance, heat resistance, lightweight nature, and low friction.
Uses:
Nylon's versatility makes it suitable for various industrial and consumer applications.
Polycarbonate is a durable, impact-resistant thermoplastic known for its optical clarity, heat resistance, and versatility. It is lightweight, maintains dimensional stability, resists UV degradation, and is easy to fabricate.
Uses:
Polycarbonate's toughness and transparency make it ideal for various demanding applications.
Polyester is a durable, quick-drying, and wrinkle-resistant polymer widely used in textiles and various industrial applications. It is strong, lightweight, chemically resistant, and can wick moisture.
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Polyester's versatility and resistance to environmental factors make it a popular material in many industries.
Styrene is a colorless, oily liquid with a sweet smell, used primarily to produce plastics and resins. It is volatile, chemically reactive, and highly flammable.
Uses:
Styrene is essential in manufacturing various plastics and resins but requires careful management due to its potential health risks.
Our capabilities include processing materials with a thickness of up to 0.250 inches, an area of up to 480 square inches, and a weight of up to 5 pounds. These specifications enable us to handle a wide range of projects with precision and efficiency.
Our plastic injection molding services are designed to meet all your needs with versatility and efficiency. We work with all thermoplastic materials, using both virgin and recycled materials, and can produce parts weighing up to 5 pounds. In addition to molding, we offer comprehensive assembly and secondary services to ensure your products are ready for market. Our reshoring capabilities and streamlined mold transfer process make it easy to move your production to our facilities, ensuring high-quality results and timely delivery.
DFM refers to the process of designing products in a way that makes them easier, more efficient, and cost-effective to manufacture. When we examine a mold design, we evaluate and optimize the part design to ensure it can be successfully produced using the injection molding process, without complications or unnecessary expenses.
Key elements of DFM in mold design include:
Material Selection: Choosing the appropriate material that suits both the product's function and the manufacturing process.
Draft Angles: Ensuring that parts have proper draft angles to allow for easy ejection from the mold without damaging the part.
Wall Thickness: Designing consistent wall thickness to prevent defects like warping, shrinkage, or sink marks during the cooling process.
Undercuts and Complex Geometries: Minimizing or eliminating features that would require more complex or costly mold mechanisms like slides or lifters.
Parting Line and Ejector Pin Placement: Strategically positioning the parting line and ejector pins to maintain the aesthetic and functional quality of the part.
Gate Location: Ensuring gates (where molten plastic enters the mold) are positioned to promote even filling and avoid defects.
We are committed to integrating DFM principles in mold design, thereby reducing production time, costs, and potential defects--leading to a more efficient and reliable injection molding process for our Texas plastic injection molding customers and across the nation.