The injection molding process is used by many industries, including transportation, consumer goods, electronics, medical, packaging, construction, food service, etc.
The process involves injecting heated molten plastic into a mold and ejecting the product when cooled. Plastic injection molding creates various products in different shapes, sizes, and colors and provides many benefits.
Reduces production costs
Increases efficiency
Minimizes waste
Creates Intricate designs and patterns
Produces large quantities
Industries That Rely on Plastic Injection Molding
Automobile
Plastic injection molding produces automobile parts, including bumpers, door panels, dashboard components, door handles, glove compartments, etc. Plastic parts are durable, safe, and less expensive than metal parts, making this process popular in the automotive industry.
Consumer Goods
Consumer goods are a common application for injection molding. Toy manufacturers use injection molding to create durable and safe toys. Small appliance manufacturers use injection molding to produce many plastic parts for blenders, mixers, and coffee makers. Plastic manufacturers in California have various materials, textures, and colors to fit consumer goods applications.
Electronics
Many electronic plastic parts are made using injection moldings. Inkjet printers, cell phone components, and computer parts are a few plastic injection molding applications. Plastic molding companies are experienced in creating high-quality electrical components in California.
Medical
Injection molding is used to manufacture medical devices and equipment. The parts meet strict FDA and other regulatory guidelines. Plastic injection medical parts are strong, durable, and can endure sterilization heat. Medical-grade plastics are designed to meet the needs of the healthcare industry.
Packaging
Injection mold packaging creates containers for shipping, food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial industries. In California, professional plastic manufacturing companies can assist you with all your packaging needs.
Plastic injection molding is used in a wide range of industries. Universal Plastic Mold (UPM) has the experience and expertise necessary to assist your company with your plastic injection project.