The Customer’s Challenge:
Universal Plastics was charged with the task of manufacturing this complex design for a high profile piece of analytical equipment. Critical requirements were:
- Cosmetically pleasing surfaces and profiles
- Dimensional stability over wide openings and long distances to mate with other parts
- Structural stability over wide surface areas
- Reduction of electrostatic charge
Universal Plastics’ Solution:
Universal Plastics provided an exceptionally functional and attractive part employing:
- Molded-in ribs and bosses add structural support and dimensional repeatability
- Gas channels direct and pack out resin to extreme corners of mold
- Gas channels eliminate sink at ribs and bosses while decreasing warp over wide surfaces
- Base coat and texture painting impart superior surface finish
- Electrostatic shielding reduces electrostatic
Why Injection Molding?
Gas assist injection molding for large parts, Universal Plastics provided:
- Aesthetically pleasing design and surface finish
- Dimensional and structural stability
- Cost reduction from elimination of multiple machining and assembly processes