Posts Tagged ‘plastic injection molding’
IT CAN DO WHAT?! NEW PLASTICS MANUFACTURING APPLICATIONS FOR 3D PRINTING
3D printing is an exciting technology that has only continued to grow more refined and sophisticated since its original iteration back in 1993. In recent years, we have seen it used for everything from prototype manufacturing to 3D-printed shoes. The opportunities that 3D printing technology has opened have had huge impacts on a number of…
Read MoreNEW WHITE PAPER EXPLORES OPPORTUNITIES FOR BRINGING AUTOMATION TO INJECTION MOLDING
AUTOMATION AS A COMPETITIVE TOOL After years of watching U.S. manufacturing move overseas to countries with low labor costs and seemingly endless capacity, the U.S. reshoring movement has officially begun. No longer content to suffer from the faulty production, miscommunication, and long lead times often associated with outsourced production, today’s product developers are looking for…
Read MoreSUCCESSFUL INJECTION MOLDING STARTS WITH THE RIGHT INJECTION MOLDER
In our more than 60 years, we’ve often met people who feel intimidated when it comes time to get started with plastic injection molding. Maybe it’s all the big machines, but–more likely–it’s the high costs often associated with getting started. There are initial upfront investments, of course; these include the design and creation of your…
Read More3 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR MANUFACTURING (EVEN IF YOU DON’T THINK YOU NEED TO)
THE FREQUENT SCENARIO A few years back you worked your butt off to find a manufacturer that could provide you with high quality products without sacrificing efficient production. You asked all the right questions to help you choose the right injection molder to partner with. Fast forward to today and your numbers still look good and your…
Read MoreKASO PLASTICS HONORED AS SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR BY NACCO MATERIALS HANDLING GROUP
Chosen from over 800 suppliers throughout the world, KASO Plastics takes home top honors for more than 40 years of outstanding performance as an NMHG supplier. We are very proud to announce KASO Plastics has been named 2014 Supplier of the Year by International manufacturer NACCO Materials Handling Group! The award recognizes the longstanding relationship…
Read MoreBRIDGE THE GAP FROM PROTOTYPE TO FULL-RUN PRODUCTION WITH 3D FDM PRINTING
3D PRINTED PROTOTYPING 3D Printing has been a popular technique for rapid prototyping for years, but recently end uses for the technology have also expanded, becoming an excellent option for OEMs looking to bridge the gap between prototype and full production. THE BENEFITS OF BUNDLING One of the biggest advantages to using 3D printing for short-run production…
Read MoreNEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR 3D PRINTING AND SHORT RUN PRODUCTION
Rapid prototypers around the globe have been utilizing 3D printing to create manufacturing prototypes that help prove out design concepts and test part functionality. But rapid prototyping is only the beginning when it comes to the opportunities that are now available for 3D printing. What else can 3D printing do for your business? Well, for…
Read MorePREPARE TODAY, GROW TOMORROW: RETOOLING HELPS BUSINESSES SCALE EFFECTIVELY
Growth happens. And when it does, your business may be faced with a real dilemma if you aren’t prepared to take on the additional capacity, leaving you out in the cold when it comes to enjoying those highly coveted economies of scale. Retooling can often be the solution to help your business grow more efficiently.…
Read MoreINJECTION MOLDED MEDICAL DEVICES LEAD GROWTH IN THE MEDICAL MARKET
Already a $56 billion industry in the United States, the Medical product market shows no signs of slowing in coming years, in particular due to the continued innovation in injection molded medical devices, according to a recent article published in PlasticsNews this month. While the medical market also includes unique challenges for manufacturers–strict FDA regulations, for one,…
Read MoreKASO’S HIGH-TOLERANCE INJECTION MOLDING: A GOOD FIT FOR ELECTRONIC AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR INJECTION MOLDING Electronic and electrical connector injection molding is a capability offered by KASO for any of our clients across a wide range of industries, and for good reason. Electronic and electrical connector production requires a very high level of precision to complete the sometimes-intricate components. At KASO, our experienced engineers can assist…
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