Injection molding is one of the most common methods of plastic processing manufacturing in the world. Billions of products are created year after year through injection molding with OEMs in multiple industries driving the demand.
But why are there so many injection molding applications and why are OEMs across the global economy reliant on this form of manufacturing? Triad Plastic Technologies answers these two questions in depth.
OEM Reliance on Injection Molding
OEMs in multiple industries frequently rely on contract manufacturers to create the components necessary for parts in their full products. Injection molding is one method of plastic processing that offsets upfront tooling costs by high-volume production runs and multiple materials that are manufacturable.
No matter what the industry, OEMs rely on injection molding largely because of the low per-part costs associated with production. But there are more reasons than just costs. Injection molding is highly repeatable once tooling and processing controls and parameters are set, and programs are scalable so if volume amounts need to change based on supply and demand considerations, that’s easily accomplished.
Designing for injection molding applications is quite versatile as the manufacturing method allows for complex shapes and tight tolerances, saving costs on secondary operations and increasing cycle and lead times.
Quality management from manufacturers who perform injection molding operations are typically ISO 9001 certified, which is a globally recognized quality management body that performs thorough audits of how a manufacturer handles numerous quality control procedures.
Common Injection Molding Applications by Industry
Injection molded products can reach numerous industries, but where exactly they show up is proof of concept. One of the biggest users of injection molded applications is the automotive industry. OEMs in North America and around the world will have injection molding operations performed to create parts like interior trim, exterior fascias, fluid reservoirs, and clips.
Numerous consumer electronics utilize housings and structural components that feature snaps, bosses, and thermal features that are created through injection molding. Housings for devices or equipment transcend multiple industries including industrial equipment. Other components in industrial equipment created through injection molding include gears, handles, and fluid-system components.
Perhaps an underthought-of industry where injection molding applications exist is the medical industry. Disposable components, diagnostic cartridges, and drug delivery parts all can be created by injection molding where parts can be manufactured with sterility, precision, and traceable records all in mind.
Unlock New Injection Molding Applications and Partner With Triad Plastic Technologies Today
Triad Plastic Technologies knows what it means to take injection molding applications to the next level. Our cutting-edge technology allows us to push the boundaries of injection molding operations and we’re continuing to find new ways to utilize this manufacturing method daily.
Based in our Reno, Nevada, facility, the team at Triad has created components from the medical industry to automotive and aerospace, and the consumer product industry, all through our injection molding capabilities.
Unlock new injection molding applications and contact us today.