At Rodon, we manufacture billions of parts every year and have done so since 1956. We are proud to have earned a reputation for being one of the best in the industry, offering high-quality, low-cost solutions. When businesses have a need for high volume, high tolerance, intricate parts, they turn to custom plastic injection molding.
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Plastic Injection Molding 101: Choosing the Best Resin Material
The number of polymer compounds has grown over the past 20 years. As a result, plastics are being used in more applications than ever before. These materials are gaining a reputation for strength and endurance. Combine these improvements with the advantages of corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal and plastics are taking center stage in the manufacturing…
Read MoreThe Importance of Design Engineering in Plastic Injection Molding
Before you can manufacture a plastic part you need to have a solid design in place. Once done, you can build an injection mold to meet the product specifications. The role of the Design Engineer is critical in this process. They assess the part design and make modifications and recommendations based on key product requirements including…
Read MorePlastic Injection Molding Basics 101 – The Injection Press
Our website is frequently visited by product designers, engineers and purchasing agents who are looking for information on plastic injection molding. With this in mind, we created a series of “Basics 101” type articles that are developed to give our readers a better understanding of the presses, processes and pitfalls in our industry. We begin…
Read MoreCase Study: Plastic Injection Molded Display Components
Point-of-purchase display components require rugged construction in combination with an attractive appearance. At The Rodon Group, we injection molded a range of products, including items such as pegboard hooks, shelf dividers, and product stops for one of the leading companies in the point-of-purchase display industry. This project highlights our ability to provide value-added services in…
Read MoreThe Importance of Quality Certifications in Manufacturing
In the past, many businesses operated on the assumption that their vendors were in compliance with the latest rules and regulations regarding their industry. Technology and materials were limited, so buyers worked with manufacturers who could produce the best product often without clearly defined quality guidelines or parameters.
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Manufacturing Methods of Plastic Molding
In today’s manufacturing environment, plastics are being used to make a wide variety of items, and each application requires a special manufacturing process that can mold the part based on its specifications. If you’re looking to manufacture a plastic part, one of the first things you’ll need to determine is the type of molding that…
Read MorePlastic Injection Molding 101 – Costs of Manufacturing a Mold
A common question for designers and engineers is “How much will a plastic injection mold cost?” It makes sense. Injection molds represent the greatest expense in upfront production costs. And, there are many factors that go into determining the cost. With any custom injection molding project, your injection molder will be able to give you…
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