Automation Tray
One of our customers has been investing in automation equipment to automate their production line. This automation will increase their output with 20%, using less operators.
Plastic Injection Molding
Injection molding is one of the most widely used production methods for plastic parts and is a cornerstone of Alcami’s production capabilities. Injection molding involves injecting a heated material into a pattern, called a mold, which then cools into a single-piece part that is high-quality, strong, and replicable
Injection molding is highly repeatable, which makes it great for brand consistency and part reliability. This also makes injection molding extremely efficient and cost-effective for high volume production.
Certified for food safety and medical devices
A diverse range of plastic materials can be used in injection molding to create parts across many different industries, furthermore Alcami has earned ISO 9001, 14001, 22000 certifications & offers cleanroom production capabilities that meet all the requirements for food-safe, electronics, and medical grade parts:
- Plastic packaging
- Food & beverages
- Consumer electronics
- Medical sector
We’re eager to manufature for you according to your exacting compliance requirements.
How it works
At Alcami we can advise you through every step of your production process. If you choose injection molding for your project, there are a few stages of production that we will guide you through:
- An engineer designs a CAD model for the part.
- From the model a mold will be fabricated that can be used to accurately form your desired part. Alcami engineers can assist with the design and creation of your mold.
- Once a proper mold has been developed and tested for quality, manufacturing can begin for as many parts as your job requires.
Alcami engineers are available to assist in realizing any of your project ideas. We offer expert design consultation and a variety of mold fabrication options, providing you with a turnkey solution for all your production needs. A single cycle of the injection molding process for each part also has several steps:
- First, the mold closes. The only opening in the outside of the mold is where your heated material is injected into the mold.
- Next is the injection of melted plastic or other material into the mold.
- When the mold is filled, injection stops and the mold is given time to cool based on part thickness and material type.
- While the part cools, the injection mechanism reloads to prepare for the next part.
- Once the part is cooled, the mold opens and ejector pins push the finished part out of the mold.
Alcami is an ISO 9001, 14001, 22000 certified company and provides cleanroom production for this manufacturing process to ensure maximum quality products and optimal sanitation standards. Be sure to contact us to learn more about how we can help you meet your unique production requirements.
MOQ – Minimum Order Quantity
MOQs are variable by the scope and complexity of the parts you need manufactured. Volumes for checkout-point toys, are obviously higher than those for electronic device casings… 🙂
We evaluate projects on a case-by-case basis, so please talk to us today to share the details of your project.
Benefits of Injection Molding
Excellent for Mass Production
The replicability of injection molding means that it is an excellent way to manufacture identical parts in high volumes. The largest costs incurred are during the beginning stages of production when designing and fabricating your mold. After this, the cost per part produced is very low.
This makes injection molding ideal for…
- Manufacturing precision product packaging
- Plastic cases for a variety of electronics
Low Scrap Rates
The injection molding process is a highly sustainable process, which results in very little post-production scrap. Even the small amount of leftover plastic from injection molding can typically be reground and recycled in future processes. As an ISO 14001 certified company, Alcami is dedicated to reducing its environmental footprint and promoting sustainability and efficiency throughout all its production processes.
Detailed Design Capabilities
The injection molding process creates single-piece parts of a uniform material, which gives them considerable strength and high levels of product consistency. This allows a high level of detail to be imprinted on parts, which have exceptional color control and an attractive finish immediately upon ejection. This makes injection molding ideal for:
- Reliable and effective product packaging
- Sturdy medical devices
- Aesthetic electronics casings
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FAQ
What is the injection molding process like at Alcami?
At Alcami we advise you through every step of your production process. If you choose injection molding for your project, there are a few stages of production that we will guide you through:
- An engineer designs a CAD model for the part.
- From the model a mold will be fabricated that can be used to accurately form your desired part. Alcami engineers can assist with the design and creation of your mold.
- Once a proper mold has been created and tested for quality, manufacturing can begin for as many parts as your job requires.
Alcami can help provide you with engineering assistance to bring to life your design ideas or provide the knowledge and expertise to counsel your internal engineers on creating operable designs for Alcami machines.
We offer expert design consultation and a variety of mold fabrication options, providing you with a turnkey solution for all your production needs.
What materials can be used for injection molding?
Injection molding can be done with a wide variety of materials, including plastics, metals, glasses, and elastomer materials. Alcami most frequently uses the following materials in its projects.
- Nylon (polyamide)
- Poly methyl methacrylate (PMMA)
- Polyoxymethylene (POM)
- Polystyrene (PS)
- Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)
In addition to commonly used injection molding material options, Alcami strives to offer and promote sustainable materials such as bio-based, biodegradable, and recyclable plastics. We are on the cutting edge of sustainable manufacturing practices and are dedicated to ensuring that our work supports a healthier planet.
Whatever your injection molding project, our engineering team can help you look at the best material options and design strategies to provide you with the highest quality product possible.
What are the main applications of injection molding?
As the most common production method for plastic parts, injection molding has a diverse array of applications:
- Packaging – The replicability of injection molding makes it a great choice for mass production of high quality product packaging.
- Food & Beverage – Injection molding can be done with a wide range of materials which is helpful for food & beverage industries which must adhere to certain safety standards.
- Medical Sector – Injection molding allows the creation of parts using medically safe materials that can be mass produced increasing availability of essential medical products.
- Electronics – Injection molding is commonly used to produce plastic casings for a variety of consumer electronics.
Let us know if you are interested in an application not listed here. Our engineers are happy to advise you on how to use injection molding to complete your project with flexibility and quality assurance.
What are the production cleanroom standards at Alcami?
Alcami is dedicated to the highest level of quality assurance in all of our production work. As an ISO 9001 certified company, cleanroom production is an essential part of our guarantee to provide optimal sanitation and quality standards for any project. We are able to certify quality and cleanliness in manufacturing parts for a wide range of industries, including…
- Electronic part production
- Biotechnology and medical equipment
- Food manufacturing
- Plastic packaging
The Alcami group has several facilities in Thailand, including manufacturing and packaging locations.
The Alcami group has several facilities in Thailand, including manufacturing and packaging locations.
Our Rayong facility is located in Industrial Zone Eastern Seaboard, and it houses Alcami Industries and Alcami Extrusion.
Our Prachinburi factory is located in Industrial Park 304, and it houses Alcami Manufacturing and Alcami Technology.
Our Prachinburi factory is located in Industrial Park 304, and it houses Alcami Manufacturing and Alcami Technology.
Our Philippine facility is located Laguna Technopark, we have about 5000 m2 of factory floor, with approximately 200 people working there.
Our Singapore office consists of 3 sourcing and trading specialists.
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Automation Tray
One of our customers has been investing in automation equipment to automate their production line. This automation will increase their output with 20%, using less operators.
Logistics solutions
One of our customers is a multinational company which is in white goods, meaning washing machines, refrigerators, ovens, stoves, etc.
Scraperite
Established and patented in 2004, the Scraperite brand is a line of plastic razor blades and holders developed for cleaning and scraping on surfaces where metal scrapers and blades would cause damage.
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Alcami combines different production technologies allowing us to provide a turnkey solution for a variety of parts. We combine this with sourcing and logistics services, so our customers don’t need to worry about shipping and storage.