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Plastic component designers and engineers usually get caught up primarily by plastic part geometry, material science and fundamental manufacturability, the most overlooked aspect of plastic part design for reducing cost and enhancing performance is assembly method. Design for Assembly (DFA), usually combined with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) to constitute the comprehensive practice of DFMA, is […]

Automation is frequently hailed as the silver bullet for efficiency in the evolving world of plastics manufacturing. The development of robotic part removal processes and entirely self-operating production cells with no lights on is testament to the move towards “smarter” factories. Nevertheless, automation is not always synonymous with cost reduction. It is capable of delivering

To many Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), the decision to manufacture a plastic component starts with a seemingly straightforward question: “Could you provide a price for this part?” But a professional injection molding quote is actually a figurative tapestry of features that together reveal the overall character of the piece and the economic impact of the

For many Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), deciding where to buy plastic parts is a big strategic decision. In the past, the story was quite straightforward: get the cheapest price by going overseas. But as global markets have become unstable and consumers have been demanding quicker delivery, the “clear” decision is now far less simple. From

Selecting the right material is amongst the most important decisions in the injection molding process, and also one of the most ignored. For Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) the plastic resin selected for a project is more than just defining the tactile aspect of the end product. It is a key factor that will influence the

In the high-stakes world of manufacturing, lead time is the ultimate currency. Whether you are unveiling a new product, replacing a supplier who failed to meet your expectations, or changing your strategy to satisfy a sudden increase in market demand, hardly any delay in plastic manufacturing can be kept from the rest of the supply

In plastics fabrication, the majority of focus is on the injection molding process components the equipment, materials and product. However, the long-term success of any injection molding program is established much further upstream; in the development of the tool for the injection mold. The decisions made during this process have a very lasting impact on

When launching a new product or evaluating a manufacturing strategy, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is tooling selection. Specifically:Should you choose an aluminum injection mold or a steel injection mold? The answer has a direct impact on: Upfront tooling cost Lead time to production Part cost Long-term scalability At Montrose Molders Corp,

A Practical Resource for Engineers, Procurement Teams, and OEMs Plastic injection molding is one of the most widely used manufacturing processes in the world—and for good reason. It enables the production of complex, high-quality plastic components at scale with exceptional repeatability. Whether you’re designing a new product, sourcing a manufacturing partner, or looking to reduce

In today’s manufacturing environment, cost pressure is constant. Whether you’re a supply chain manager managing budgets, an engineer launching a new product, or a procurement leader evaluating suppliers, one question always comes up: How can we reduce the cost of our injection molded parts without introducing risk? The good news is that meaningful cost reduction