The Difference Between Jigs and Fixtures
Jigs or fixtures? The two terms are easy to confuse. You will often find them paired together and despite sharing similar functions, th...
Common Impact-Resistant Plastics
Looking for thermoplastics that can take a solid hit without breaking? Here are five impact-resistant polymers to consider for your nex...
VALOX 357 Boasts Strong Chemical, Heat Resistance for Plastic Parts
There are hundreds of plastic material options to sort through when designing for injection moulding, and it can be hard to know which ...
Design More Effective Clips on Plastic Injection-Molded Parts
Design More Effective Clips on Plastic Injection-Molded Parts
Make sure your clips are well designed to handle stress and recover fr...
Glass Transition Temperature of Polymers
The importance of glass transition temperatures (Tg) in plastic injection moulding
There is an important but often overlooked materi...
Polymer Fillers and Additives
Learn how additives like glass and colourants can improve cosmetic and functional properties of moulded parts
Thermoplastic resins n...
Injection Molding Defects and How to Avoid Them
Improve the appearance and performance of injection‑moulded parts by eliminating cosmetic issues early
As with any manufacturing pro...
Mold Texture Standards and Finishes
Mold Texture Standards and Finishes
Choose from standard and Mold‑Tech™ finishes for several texturing options to improve the surfac...
Sorting through Surface Finishes
Injection Moulding Surface Finishes
From textured to highly cosmetic, there are a number of surface finish options for moulded parts...
Cosmetic Defects in Injection Moulding and How to Avoid Them
Improve the appearance and performance of injection‑moulded parts by eliminating cosmetic issues early
As with any manufacturing pro...