Plastic Molding Methods Available
There are a variety of plastic molding methods, which can be used based upon your unique project specifications.
The most commonly used methods to make a plastic mold are:
Injection molding
Blow molding
Compression molding
Gas Assist Molding
Film Insert Molding
Rotational Molding
Thermoforming
By going through the process above you’ll have every specification you require to build the perfect plastic mold for your product. This isn’t a process you’ll want to rush, as a simple design flaw can have you starting the entire process again from scratch.
If you’re ready to make a plastic mold or product, or have a question about the process, contact SPI today. No question or project is too challenging for our team! We can help to guide first time product inventors through the plastic molding process, or implement a unique solution for a product redesign that your are considering.