Plastic Injection Molding
Plastic Injection Molding Services
WINGTAT is a leading provider of advanced plastic injection molding services on a global scale. We deliver a comprehensive manufacturing solution encompassing raw material verification, tool production, part fabrication, finishing, and final inspection.
Our dedicated international team of manufacturing experts is steadfast in delivering top-notch professional support for plastic injection molding services, catering to projects of varying sizes and complexities.
Plastic Injection Molding at WINGTAT
Welcome to WINGTAT – Your Trusted Partner for Precision Injection Molding Solutions!
Experience the epitome of efficiency with WINGTAT's custom injection molding services. Our commitment revolves around the rapid delivery of top-notch prototypes and low-volume production components, ensuring your projects stay ahead in the fast-paced world of manufacturing.
Why choose WINGTAT? Our streamlined production processes enable us to set a benchmark in the industry, with first articles typically delivered in less than 13 business days. For those urgent, time-sensitive projects, we excel at providing swift solutions, delivering simple expedited projects in as little as five days.
Navigating the diverse needs of our clients, WINGTAT stands tall at both ends of the spectrum. Whether you require a limited run of prototypes or a substantial production of a few hundred thousand components, we've got you covered. Our expertise allows us to seamlessly bridge the gap to higher productivity molds, meeting your manufacturing goals with precision and reliability.
At WINGTAT, we take pride in our reputation as a plastic injection molding powerhouse capable of handling highly complex projects. From overmolding to custom insert molding and other intricate endeavors, we outpace traditional tooling methods, often catapulting our clients to market success weeks, if not months, ahead of schedule.
Choose WINGTAT for innovation, speed, and reliability in custom injection molding. Your success is our priority, and we're here to bring your projects to life faster than you ever imagined.
The Plastic Injection Molding Process
The plastic injection molding process involves injecting liquid plastic resin into a mold tool under significant pressure. The mold tool can consist of a single cavity or multiple cavities, allowing for the production of an indefinite number of parts. Once the carefully designed and manufactured mold tools are in place, the molding process follows these fundamental steps:
Pellet Preparation
Raw plastic resin pellets are obtained, dried to the appropriate moisture content, and can be blended with pigments or master batch colorants to achieve the desired color for the design.
Hopper Loading
The dried pellets are poured into the machine's hopper. A reciprocating screw inside the barrel of the machine transports and heats these pellets simultaneously.
Melting and Mixing
Within the barrel, the pellets are thoroughly mixed and heated until they reach a fully molten state, forming the liquid resin.
Injection
The heated mold automatically closes, and the molten resin, under significant pressure, is injected through a gate into the mold cavity.
Cooling
Raw plastic resin pellets are obtained, dried to the appropriate moisture content, and can be blended with pigments or master batch colorants to achieve the desired color for the design.
Ejection
The mold opens, and the finished part is ejected, initiating a new cycle.
Advantages Of Plastic Injection Molding
Plastic injection molding offers a multitude of advantages, making it a preferred manufacturing method. Key benefits include the capacity to produce large volumes of parts rapidly, high surface quality, a diverse selection of resins, color flexibility, and the longevity of durable tooling. Here's a breakdown of the advantages:
Thousands of Resins
The process provides access to a wide variety of resins, allowing for flexibility in material selection to meet specific requirements.
Economies of Scale
Plastic injection molding excels at handling large production volumes efficiently, resulting in cost-effective manufacturing processes.
Stable and Repeatable
The method delivers stable and repeatable results, ensuring consistency and precision across multiple production cycles.
Excellent Surface Quality
The finished parts exhibit excellent surface quality, making them suitable for various applications where aesthetics and precision are crucial.
Overmolding for Design Options
Overmolding capabilities enhance design flexibility, allowing for the incorporation of different materials or colors into a single part.
Multi-Cavity and Family Tools
Injection molding supports the use of multi-cavity molds, enabling the simultaneous production of multiple parts. Family tools facilitate the creation of diverse parts in a single mold, optimizing efficiency.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Plastic Injection Molding
What is the injection molding process?
Raw plastic pellets are dried and, if needed, mixed with coloring agents. After heating and mixing in the machine, the resin becomes semi-liquid. It is then injected underhigh pressure through a nozzle into the mold's gate and runner system. The resin flls the cavity, takes the shape of the part, cools, and is ejected for the next cycle.
What are the advantages of injection molding?
Plastic injection molding is the fastest and most cost-effective method for manufacturing large quantities of finished plastic parts once the tool is made. Molded parts exhibit excellent surface finishes with reliable and repeatable dimensional tolerances. Various resins are available to suit diverse applications.
How long does it take to make an injection mold tool?
Depending on the design complexity and potential heat treatment, a plastic injection mold tool can be produced in five days to two weeks.
What are the main cost drivers for plastic injection molding?
For small volumes, the cost of a plastic injection mold tool can be a significant percentage of the total order. However, this cost can be spread over larger volumes, making it less significant. Larger volumes are mainly influenced by the cost of plastic resin and cycle times.
Why Choose WINGTAT for Plastic Injection Molding
At WINGTAT, we believe in crafting the finest production mold tools through the use of quality raw materials, rigorous process control, and the expertise of our seasoned toolmakers. With years of experience supporting Fortune 500 companies, we ensure consistent and repeatable results for all your production tooling requirements.
Comprehensive Range of Services
Our commitment extends beyond tool making and molding services. WINGTAT provides a complete package that encompasses every manufacturing process necessary for a comprehensive product development solution.
Proven Track Record of Success
WINGTAT has been chosen by thousands of companies worldwide, representing a diverse range of sizes and industries. Our reputation is built on the success of our clients, making it the cornerstone of our business.
Positive Material Identification Assurance
Rest easy knowing that our industry-leading positive material identification department ensures regulatory compliance and guarantees the accuracy of materials used. WINGTAT is a trusted partner when precision is non-negotiable.
Design Optimization for Superior Results
With every tool and product design project, WINGTAT conducts a thorough design for manufacturing review. This ensures superior results while saving valuable time and resources.
Intelligent Quotations Tailored to Your Needs
WINGTAT supports your development goals by eliminating minimum order volumes or values for injection molding production. Our proprietary AI quoting algorithm delivers fast, accurate, and transparent pricing for every project, demonstrating our commitment to your success.
Quality Certifications
Proud to be certified by TUV Rhineland and Dun & Bradstreet to thehighest international standards.
ISO 9001:2015
General quality management system applying to all of our manufacturing services. Because every job is important!
IATF 16949:2016 Certification
A common automotive quality system requirement based on ISO 9001:2015, and specific requirements from the automotive sector.
ISO 13485:2016 Certification
ISO 13485:2016 specifies requirements for a quality management system where an organization needs to demonstrate its ability to provide medical devices and related services that consistently meet customer and applicable regulatory requirements.
WINGTAT Injection Molding Service FAQ:
How long does it take to make an injection mold tool?
The timeline for crafting an injection mold tool is influenced by its intricacy and the type of material used. While simpler shapes from softer steel like P20 may take less than a week, more complex designs or those requiring harder steels might extend the manufacturing process to three weeks or more. This extended duration ensures meticulous attention to detail and precision in crafting the tool.
What should you expect from a plastic mold manufacturer?
A reputable plastic mold manufacturer adheres to stringent quality standards. This includes positive material identification for all incoming raw materials and meticulous control at every stage of production to ensure process repeatability. ISO certification is a testament to their unwavering commitment to excellence in the manufacturing process.
How can I reduce mold costs?
While the temptation might be to opt for a less expensive tool, it's crucial to recognize that cost-cutting measures on the tool often result in compromised quality, reduced durability, looser tolerances, and an inferior surface finish. True savings come from long-term efficiency, fast cycle times, and maintaining process stability, especially as production volumes increase.
What makes WINGTAT's injection molding service special?
WINGTAT's injection molding service is distinguished by its extensive expertise, diverse production capabilities, and access to seasoned tooling experts. The manufacturing facilities cater to a broad spectrum of projects, ranging from micromolding to large-scale endeavors. This comprehensive approach ensures that every injection molding experience not only meets but exceeds client expectations, providing optimized solutions for success.
What types of tools and resins do you offer?
WINGTAT offers a variety of tools made from different steels, including S136H, H13, P20, and NAK80, selected based on the specific requirements of each project. Additionally, the availability of thousands of thermoforming plastics provides clients with a versatile array of options to suit their unique needs, ensuring a customized approach to tooling and production.
Can WINGTAT provide design services or product development support?
WINGTAT goes beyond manufacturing by conducting a thorough design-for-manufacturing review for every order. The collaboration with external design consultancies ensures that clients receive expert advice, guiding them through the entire process from conceptualization to production readiness. This integrated approach facilitates a seamless transition from design to manufacturing.
What are WINGTAT’s quality standards for plastic injection molding services?
WINGTAT maintains a robust quality-control system encompassing comprehensive material verification and testing. This includes precise control of processing conditions, such as temperature and humidity, to maintain repeatable results. The incorporation of 3D scanning for complex shapes further ensures accuracy, guaranteeing the production of safe, high-performing products for clients and upholding the highest standards in the injection molding process.
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The company has passed ISO9001 international standard quality system certification since 2001, and upgraded the certification version to ISO9001:2015 in 2018.
Applications for Plastic Injection Molding
Delivering top-tier prototyping and manufacturing services with pride.
Plastic Injection Molding in the Medical Sector
Plastic plays a crucial role in the medical industry due to its lightweight, non-toxic, cost-effective, and recyclable nature. It finds applications in syringes, catheters, dispensers, tubing, and various medical appliances.
Plastic Injection Molding in Consumer Goods
Plastic is an integral part of our daily lives, present in computer peripherals like keyboards and mice, gaming controllers, headphones, toys, household appliances, and kitchen tools—pervasive in both professional and recreational settings.
Plastic Injection Molding in the Electronics Sector
To house components such as circuit boards, switches, wires, batteries, and sensors, durable, lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and non-conductive plastic housings are essential for protecting these electronic elements and ensuring user safety.
Plastic Injection Molding in Agriculture
In the agricultural industry, plastic products need to be robust, enduring exposure to UV light and chemicals. Engineered plastic parts are utilized in conveyor belts, drive trains, feeders, water sprinklers, fencing, tools, and various other applications within the agricultural domain.
Plastic Injection Molding Tolerances
Plastic resins undergo changes in size due to factors like temperature, mechanical stress, and moisture. Our comprehensive manufacturing tolerance guide provides valuable insights into the shrinkage characteristics of the most commonly used resin types, aiding in informed design decisions.
During our meticulous design analysis, we identify areas prone to thermal stress, shrinkage, warping, or other preventable defects in your injection-molded parts. For a more in-depth understanding, refer to our manufacturing design guide, which outlines common defects and offers strategies to mitigate them.
By default, we adhere to the DIN 16742 standard tolerances for injection moldings, ensuring the application of the highest quality standards throughout our production process. Your satisfaction and the precision of your molded parts are paramount to us.
Plastic Injection Molding Resources
WINGTAT runs a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Consult with our experts who will assist you in turning your design concepts into tangible realities.
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Design For Manufacturing
Unlike some plastic injection molding suppliers that offer limited "automated" DFM analysis, which is restricted to basic part designs on tools lacking cooling circuits, Star Rapid takes a personalized approach. Every project undergoes a thorough DFM review tailored to its specific requirements.
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Plastic Injection Molding Materials
Discover the plastic injection molding resin that suits your project‘s needs.
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Color Consistency
Our meticulous process control ensures consistent color quality. Learn more in our detailed white paper.
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Visual Quality Standards
We adhere to the highest visual quality inspection standards to verify your plastic injected molded parts.
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Avoidance Of Sink Marks
Explore effective strategies for mitigating sink marks on your plastic injection molded parts.
