From prototyping to production
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From prototyping to production
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What is Injection moulding?
Injection moulding is a manufacturing process used for producing parts by injecting molten material into a mould, or mold. The process is commonly used for mass production, where the same part is being created thousands or even millions of times in succession.
How injection moulding works:
The process begins with taking thermoplastic or a thermosetting plastic, which is granulated or in powder form, and heating it until it becomes molten.
The molten plastic is then injected at high pressure into a mould, which is the inverse of the desired shape of the product.
The mould is then cooled, which allows the molten plastic to solidify and take the shape of the mould.
Once the plastic has cooled and solidified, the mould opens and the part is ejected, ready for any finishing touches it may require.This method is particularly popular due to its ability to produce high volumes of the same object with high precision, and it's commonly used in industries such as automotive, consumer goods, and packaging.