When to Use a Precision Custom Plastic Injection Molder

Like anything in life, there are degrees of perfection. This is true in plastic injection molding.  Some molders specialize in lower volume parts that don’t require a high level of detail or precision.  This type of manufacturing may be suitable as some projects don’t require a perfect part based on the application. Take disposable cutlery…

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Scary Plastic Part Defects and How to Avoid Them

When purchasing injection molded parts, it is important to understand some of the common but scary problems and defects that impact product quality.  Being familiar with these imperfections and their causes can help you work with injection molders to insure the highest quality part production is achieved.

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Manufacturing Day and STEM education

We have all heard about the positive impacts of manufacturing on our economy, but did you know that junior and high-school students are no longer pursuing these well-paid jobs? Well, at The Rodon Group we have put a great deal of effort into getting the word out about STEM education and the great long-term careers…

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An Introduction to Plastic Injection Molding eBook – Fully revised

Our eBook “An Introduction to Plastic Injection Molding” will give you lots answers.  We developed this eBook with designers, engineers and purchasing specialists in mind.  It is written to provide a basic understanding of plastic injection molding presses, processes and costs.  Our goal is to make our customers more knowledgeable about what goes into making a plastic…

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New eBook from The Rodon Group “An Introduction to Plastic Injection Molding”

The Rodon Group is proud to announce the release of our latest publication “An Introduction to Plastic Injection Molding.”  We developed this eBook with designers, engineers and purchasing specialists in mind.  It is written to provide a basic understanding of plastic injection molding presses, processes and costs.  Our goal is to make our customers more…

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Plastic Injection Molding 101 – Injection Molding Terms

Plastic injection molding may not be rocket science, but it comes pretty close.  Download Your Free Copy: Intro to Plastic Injection Molding There are hundreds of injection molding terms used in the industry.  We have chosen to highlight the most common nomenclature used when discussing injection mold parts, materials and problems. 

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Plastic Injection Molding 101 – The Basics of an 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 have created a new series of articles that are developed to give our readers a better understanding of the presses, processes and pitfalls in our industry.  Free Guide: The…

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Plastic Injection Molding FAQ

Below are a few common questions and answers in regards to plastic injection molding.  You can view all of them at our FAQ section. 

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The Rodon Group and K’NEX are PA Proud.

Worlds Kids Love: Created Daily at Hatfield, PA Toy Manufacturer Amazement. K’NEX President and CEO Michael Araten says that it is one of the most common reactions he receives when he tells people that K’NEX building toys are manufactured in Hatfield, Pennsylvania. “So many people are used to toys from overseas that they don’t even…

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The K’NEX Story: Marrying Fun and Function with Small Plastic Parts

A toy that’s “Made in the U.S.A.”? These days, that might sound like a contradiction in terms, what with so many playthings produced in Asia. Yet, it turns out that one of the most innovative, stimulating, and just plain fun toys in the stores is just that – made in America, with pride, unmatched quality,…

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