Scientific Injection Molding
Our highly skilled employees operate the most up-to-date injection molding presses with real-time production monitoring systems and advanced quality inspection equipment.
Plastikos partners with our customers to turn around their orders with precision and speed. Our manufacturing system is designed to routinely fulfill orders in one to three days so that we can support our customers’ lean inventory initiatives. We accomplish this service through the use of 27 injection molding machines ranging in size from 25 to 130 tons. In addition, we use a closed-loop material handling approach combined with robotics equipment and in-line visual inspection to produce the finest product. Process optimization and monitoring software is used by our manufacturing team for daily production, research, training purposes, and project development.
Although each mold has its own unique characteristics, there are similarities among them. Regardless of the part size or cavitation, monitoring the pressure within the cavity is critical during process optimization. Therefore, Plastikos utilizes eDART technology coupled with cavity pressure sensors in order to deliver an optimal tool and process, resulting in a superior product.
- Acetal (POM)
Acetal is a semi-crystalline material that is known for its toughness, dimensional stability and natural lubricity properties. Due to its material characterizations, Acetal can be found in applications where gears, sports equipment, buckles and zippers are used. A common material supplier for Acetal is DuPont - Delrin®
POM Data Sheet
- Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
ABS is an amorphous material that offers good impact strength and rigidity, good dimensional stability, and it is easily processed. ABS can be used in a wide variety of applications including: Automotive applications, appliance housings, and telecommunication equipment. A common material supplier for ABS is BAYER - Lustran®
ABS Data Sheet
- Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
LCP is a semi-crystalline material that provides superior dimensional stability, especially in thin-walled applications. This material is flame retardant, and chemically resistant. LCP is ideal when molding electronic connectors, as well as telecommunication components. A common material supplier for LCP is Ticona - Vectra®
LCP Data Sheet
- Nylon (PA)
Nylon is a semi-crystalline material that is perfect for an unforgiving environment due to its resistance towards chemicals, and heat. Nylon’s superior toughness makes it ideal for outdoor components, construction applications, and automotive equipment. A common material supplier for Nylon is DuPont - Zytel®
Nylon Data Sheet
- Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
PBT is a semi-crystalline material that is able to withstand creep at high temperatures, it is chemically resistant, and it offers excellent dimensional stability. PBT is used to mold a variety of automotive connectors, electronic connectors, appliances housings, and electronic switches. A common material supplier of PBT is Ticona - Celenex®
PBT Data Sheet
- Polycarbonate (PC)
Polycarbonate is an amorphous material that delivers excellent impact strength, dimensional stability, and superior optical properties. Due to polycarbonate’s material properties, this material is used to mold sports equipment, safety glasses, medical devices, and drinking bottles. A common material supplier of polycarbonate is Sabic - Lexan®
PC Data Sheet
- Polyetheretherketone (PEEK)
PEEK is a semi-crystalline material that is well known for its high heat resistance, mechanical properties, and chemical resistance. PEEK is often used to mold aerospace and aircraft equipment, bearings, piston pumps, and compressor plate valves. A common material supplier of PEEK is Victrex USA - Victrex®
PEEK Data Sheet
- Polyetherimide (PEI)
PEI is an amorphous resin that offers extremely high strength even when exposed to high heat applications. Common applications of this material include: electronic clamps and insulators, as well as medical devices (FDA grade). A common material supplier of PEI is Sabic - Ultem®
PEI Data Sheet
- Polystyrene (PS)
Polystyrene is an amorphous polymer that combines high impact strength with excellent optical properties, as well as a high gloss surface finish. Products that are commonly molded from polystyrene include: consumer electronics, portable appliances, packaging supplies, and food-service equipment. A common material supplier of polystyrene is Dow Chemical - Styron®
PS Data Sheet
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
PVC is an amorphous material, and it is one of the most widely used polymers on the market. Its low cost and flame retardation make this material ideal for electrical housings, wall plugs and accessories, plumbing equipment, and automotive interiors. A common material supplier of PVC is SolVin - Solvin®
PVC Data Sheet
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