Adding texture to the surface of a plastic injection molded part, whether it’s to a portion of the surface or…
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Surface finish on plastic injection molded parts serves both functional and aesthetic purposes. The texture or pattern of a part…
From large vehicles to aquatic entertainment, rubber hoses are significant contributors to vibration absorption. Formed hoses are used in industries…
Dan Sullivan joined Molded Dimensions Group as the General Manager of PCO Urethane in December 2022, with a goal to…
Draft is a taper, or angled face, that is added to the design of injection molded parts to assist with removal of the parts from the molds. Draft is added in the pull direction of the mold or slide component.
Rubber and urethane temperature capabilities / Temperature capabilities of basic elastomers
When new to the injection molding industry, many people inquire as to why injection molds have a high cost. Often,…
All designers need to pick a material to make their parts, but matching an application to a specific plastic can…
Wall thickness is crucial in the design and development of injection molded parts. Each molding resin has different optimal ranges…
Urethane elastomers have a higher load-bearing capacity than do conventional elastomers of comparable hardnesses. This permits the design of smaller…
