IntroductionIf you’re in need of a durable, long-lasting part or product, you may be tempted to turn to injection molding. But what does this process involve? And how does it differ from other manufacturing methods? Let’s find out!What is injection…
Just-in-Time Manufacturing is a business process that eliminates waste. It is a type of lean manufacturing that focuses on reducing inventory levels, improving efficiency and increasing customer satisfaction. Just-In-Time was pioneered by Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan in the 1950s.Just-In-Time…
IntroductionBlow molding is a manufacturing process that uses air pressure to form plastic parts into various shapes. The blow molding process begins by melting down the plastic and forming it into a parison or in the case of injection and…
When major automakers want to experiment and push boundaries in automotive design, they turn to Vital Auto, which turns to a well-equipped 3D printing department to realize those visions.In the past, automotive manufacturers have relied on clay models as a…
Injection molding is the most common plastic manufacturing method. It is used to produce large numbers of identical plastic parts from a single molding machine. It can also be used to make small batches of non-identical parts if the injection…
Did you know Medical Injection Molding is a 2.6 billion dollar industry? Breaking that down that’s 1.98 billion dollars in the US alone! It serves some major industries as well: Surgical Equipment, Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Devices, Anesthesia Products, Patient Monitoring…
Injection molding is a manufacturing process for producing parts. It’s one of the most popular processes for creating plastic components because it’s fast, versatile, and cost-effective. Injection molding can create complex three-dimensional shapes from a wide range of materials that…
ABS plastic is a versatile, low-cost material that is used in a wide range of products.ABS injection molding is a process by which ABS plastic is melted and injected into a mold to create a desired shape. This process is…
Polylactic Acid, or PLA, is a biodegradable and eco-friendly thermoplastic derived from renewable resources like corn starch. PLA has a wide range of applications, but one of the most popular uses for this material is injection molding. Injection molding is…
Whether you’re in need of a custom mold for a new product or looking to improve your current manufacturing process, over molding is likely the answer. Over molding is a process that involves injection molding a plastic substrate, which is…
