Polypropylene Injection Molding
At AdvancTEK, we offer a wide range of materials for our injection molding services, including polypropylene (PP). This material is ideal for a wide variety of applications, and AdvancTEK is highly skilled at providing polypropylene injection molding solutions for diverse industries.
Polypropylene Properties and Applications
Polypropylene is a versatile plastic with a unique composition that makes it ideal for many products and applications. Properties that make polypropylene advantageous in different markets include:
- High melting point
- Resistance to moisture absorption, chemicals, and heat
- Low electrical conductivity
- Flexibility and strength
With these beneficial properties, polypropylene stands out as one of the most popular thermoplastics, being used for piping, toys, luggage, and much more. Other common injection molding polypropylene plastic products that AdvancTEK can help deliver include:
- Automotive parts
- Construction/recreational vehicle parts
- Electronics packaging
- Cups
- Food containers and cooking tools
- Household appliances
- Medical components
Any plastic product that requires flexibility, different thickness levels, or smaller components can be made seamlessly with polypropylene injection molding. Polypropylene can also include fillers, typically talc or fiberglass, to modify the properties and improve structural integrity or adjust other physical properties.
Our Process for Injection Molding Polypropylene Plastic
When investing in polypropylene injection molding, you’ll want to work with someone who has an efficient and effective process. Our company has more than 35 years of experience, and we’re adept at working closely with customers to design the most precise injection molding products.
Prior to molding, we’ll review the development cycle and discuss what your project requirements include. This helps us to reduce unnecessary costs and ensures we’ll be able to work as efficiently as possible.
Topics that we typically discuss to establish a roadmap for our project includes:
- Functional and technical requirements
- Desired materials
- Quantities needed
- Budget
- Quality control measures
Once we’ve worked with our customers to build the components needed, we can then move forward with the injection molding polypropylene plastic process:
- Heating the plastic pellets until they melt into a molten material
- Injecting the molten plastic into a tool so it can reach its desired shape
- Allow material to cool in mold to hold its geometry upon removal
- Removing the plastic via robotic assistance
- Trimming the gate if needed
- Inspecting the part for quality assurance
- Labeling the finished product
Through each phase, we’ll ensure that we’re meeting every standard your project demands, and we’re happy to tailor our process to your exact needs. Other value added processes we can incorporate alongside our typical operations include:
- Assembly
- Welding
- Kitting
- Sequencing
Why AdvancTEK Is Your Source for Polypropylene Injection Molding
We’ve perfected our injection molding operations to let us deliver the best results. Our facility contains 11 injection molding machines, four of which can handle over 3,000 tons. Plus, our cranes in our facility in Mexico also handle up to 40 tons, which is ideal if your project requires injection molding of large parts.
This array of injection molding machines and supporting equipment reflects our dedication to having the most up-to-date technology that can handle any unique project. With our forward-thinking mindset, we strive to provide you with the most reliable, innovative solutions possible.
In addition to injection molding polypropylene plastic, our team also works with a wide variety of other materials, such as:
- Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO)
- Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
- Polycarbonate and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (PC/ABS)
- Acrylonitrile styrene acrylate (ASA)
- Nylon
- Flexible polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
- Polyethylene (PE)
- High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
- Glass-filled or mineral-filled materials
- UL94 V-0 rated materials
- Chemical foaming agents
Our team will assess your needs, budget, and design requirements to ensure we select the best material for your project.
Talk with the AdvancTEK Team Today
Book an appointment with us to learn more about our processes or get a quote on our injection molding polypropylene plastic solutions. We look forward to assisting you.