PMC specializes in molding engineering-grade resins. If you are using a commodity molder but believe your application falls into the engineering-grade category, we can help. Contact us and we can help you select the right material for your part.Molding Gate Design Defined: In plastic injection molding, sink marks are categorized as depressions (small craters) that can occur in thicker areas of the molded part. In plastic injection molding, gate design is critical to achieving molded part quality and productivity. Because gates are designed to allow melted plastic resins to move into the mold cavity, it’s imperative that gate material, size and location are optimized for structural, operational and aesthetic considerations.Material All materials must seamlessly mate and bond with each other to ensure medical device integrity.
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Aside from gate size, gate location can also be a contributing factor to mold warping. If the gate location is in a thin area of the part geometry and the last-point-to-fill is a much thicker area, it can cause the filling rate to pass from thin to thick, which causes a very large pressure drop. This huge pressure loss can result in a short/inadequate fill. If you’re not satisfied with your current plastic injection molding company, turn to the experts at PMC. Many plastic mold design projects have landed with us because others were not able to manufacture a product the way the customer had intended.? When it comes to plastic injection molding design guidelines, proper resin selection is one the absolute most important aspects to consider. Choosing the wrong resin can lead to partial or complete part failure. In some cases, having plastic injected parts that have been (or will be) molded-in stress can be acceptable. However, all 4 of these key factors (cost, turnaround time, stress/pressure application & volume production) need to align. Start a conversation with an expert at PMC today for assistance with your medical injection molding project. Contact Us
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Some parts may require brand compliance, which may include color, imprints, logo, labeling, packaging, etc. It’s important to understand any brand identity requirements prior to starting the plastic injection molding process.Does your part require a particular surface finish? In our 42 year history we have developed 10,000+ products that have helped mold the future of industries across the world. Plastic injection molders – whether lacking the experience, adept knowledge or proper equipment – can produce defective products that don’t stand up to industry regulations, appearance requirements, and/or general client expectations. Plastic injection molding is a versatile method used across industries to create a wide array of products, from consumer goods to automotive parts. It involves injecting molten plastic material into a mold cavity, which solidifies to take the desired shape. Unfortunately, many products fail to stand up to their intended use due to selecting the wrong resin material. Tensile strength, impact compression strength, chemical resistance, cooling temperature, and more must be taken into consideration when selecting the right engineered resin for a product’s intended use and requirements. Check out our current openings now, or send us your resume & we’ll do our best to find a position that’s right for you!Have questions about our process?
