Plastic injection molding has a language all it’s own and with so many unique terms it can be difficult to learn the language. We put together a list of the top terms to know when discussing plastic injection molding, mold parts, materials, and problems. We hope you find this to be a useful resource.
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6 Common Injection Molding Defects and How To Avoid Them
When working with any manufacturing process, a number of defects unique to that process commonly occur. This is true across many processes and industries, including injection molding and high volume injection molding. As we have previously discussed on this blog, there are several common injecting molding defects; however, an injection molder who is vigilant about…
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3 Case Studies for Custom Plastic Injection Molding
At Rodon, we manufacture billions of parts every year and have done so since 1956. We are proud to have earned a reputation for being one of the best in the industry, offering high-quality, low-cost solutions. When businesses have a need for high volume, high tolerance, intricate parts, they turn to custom plastic injection molding.
Read MorePlastic Injection Molding 101: Choosing the Best Resin Material
The number of polymer compounds has grown over the past 20 years. As a result, plastics are being used in more applications than ever before. These materials are gaining a reputation for strength and endurance. Combine these improvements with the advantages of corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal and plastics are taking center stage in the manufacturing…
Read MoreThe Importance of Design Engineering in Plastic Injection Molding
Before you can manufacture a plastic part you need to have a solid design in place. Once done, you can build an injection mold to meet the product specifications. The role of the Design Engineer is critical in this process. They assess the part design and make modifications and recommendations based on key product requirements including…
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Plastic Injection Molding Basics 101 – The Injection Press
Our website is frequently visited by product designers, engineers and purchasing agents who are looking for information on plastic injection molding. With this in mind, we created a series of “Basics 101” type articles that are developed to give our readers a better understanding of the presses, processes and pitfalls in our industry. We begin…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Hidden Risks in an Offshore Supply Chain
There are many risks involved in selecting an OEM suppliers. Understanding them is essential to running a successful business. In our white paper “Hidden Risks in Your Offshore Supply Chain”, we’ll examine three strategic areas to include in your supplier selection process: Cost, Scheduling, and Compliance. Cost Cost is not just the final price you pay…
Read MoreA Brief History of the American Manufacturing Industry + Infographic
This article written by Adam Robinson originally appeared on the Cerasis blog on October 28, 2015 In today’s post, we feature a great infographic below from a joint report by Deloitte Manufacturing and the Manufacturing Institute. Before featuring this information so that manufacturers understand how the public views them, let’s first go through a brief history of the American Manufacturing Industry by highlighting…
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