Tested in accordance with JIS Z2801 and ASTM G21-15 standards, these additives protect molded plastic parts by inhibiting bacterial growth (99.9 percent or more) and resisting fungal and mold growth.

Using these composites as a metal replacement also fosters significant weight reductions along with the time and cost savings benefits of single-step injection molding.  Additionally, Avient’s team of specialized industrial designers and project engineers at Avient Design possess extensive knowledge of both materials and molding.

QSR manufactures custom synthetic rubber components utilizing state-of-the-art automated liquid silicone molding as well as traditional transfer and compression molding processes.

These formulations can help increase the mechanical strength properties of injection molded parts with increased flex modulus. These formulations are typically used for an injection molding process where improved dimensional stability is required.

CRTM™ (continuous resin transfer molding) panels are thermoset composite sandwich panels with tailored, multi-axial fiber reinforcements, high-fiber volume and very low void content. Product description, value solution, key characteristics, markets and applications of Glasforms™ CRTM™ Continuous Resin Transfer Molding Sandwich Panels

Add surface textures via formulation and mold design Reduce cycle times and improve processability with injection molding

Available in solid and liquid forms, this colorant can enhance blow-molded PET rigid packaging with an ultra-glossy metallic effect. Impress metallic effect colorants can be processed on standard injection stretch blow molding machinery, and create no flow lines that would disrupt the brilliant glossy surface.

Antimicrobial and antifungal additives can protect the user interfaces and touchpoints from mold, mildew, and bacteria, while antistatic and conductive formulations can prevent static discharge and create safer, statically dissipated plastic parts.   Lastly, molded-in color (MIC) metallics offer a means of eliminating paint resulting in reduced VOCs and fewer processing steps for energy savings and a lower carbon footprint.  

The bumpers were molded separately and then slipped into channels between the upper and lower housing components (instead of overmolding them onto the housing). Cost savings: Molding the bumpers separately and inserting them into the housing keeps costs down yet provides the seamless appearance of overmolding.

Injection molding also would allow the company to eliminate machining and increase productivity and design freedom for components. Working with Reiter-HG Geiger, a sophisticated injection molding processor specializing in demanding applications, the OEM team began their search for a sustainable material to replace lead, one that would effectively shield X-rays up to 140 keV while offering additional manufacturing benefits.