Are you a product designer weighing material options for your next project? At Toolingsun, we work hand‑in‑hand with design teams to select the optimal steel grades, manufacturing methods, and surface finishes—ensuring your components meet performance, cost, and sustainability targets. In this blog, we’ll explore why steel remains a go‑to choice, outline the key alloy families, […]
When embarking on an injection molding project, one of the first and most important decisions you’ll face is selecting between aluminum and steel tooling. This choice significantly impacts the cost, timeline, and efficiency of your production process. The decision often depends on the volume of parts you intend to produce and the stage of your […]
At Toolingsun, we understand that precise and thoughtful mold design is crucial to the quality and efficiency of manufacturing processes. One essential aspect of mold design that often goes underappreciated is the strategic clearance between components. Clearance is the gap or space designed between various parts of the mold to allow for proper movement, alignment, […]
Mold fitting plays a pivotal role in the manufacturing process, particularly in injection molding. At Toolingsun, we understand that mold fitting is not merely an assembly task; it is an essential step that directly impacts the quality, precision, and overall efficiency of the product being manufactured. When mold components are not fitted properly, even the […]
At Toolingsun, we understand the crucial role that Design for Manufacturing (DFM) plays in achieving production efficiency, cost reduction, and high-quality outcomes in plastic injection molding. No matter the size of the project, incorporating DFM principles from the earliest stages can significantly improve the overall design and manufacturing process. Our expertise in DFM enables us […]
Hello, everyone! This is Sunny from Toolingsun. Today, we’re diving into an essential aspect of plastic injection molding: the different types of injection mold tools available, and how each one can help you optimize your production process. Whether you’re a product designer, engineer, or business owner, selecting the right type of mold tool is crucial […]
Hello everyone! Sunny here from Toolingsun. Today, I’m excited to delve into a critical process in modern automotive manufacturing—Injection Molding. This technique is not only central to the production of numerous car components but also essential for optimizing manufacturing efficiency, product performance, and cost-effectiveness in the automotive industry. At Toolingsun, we specialize in providing high-quality […]
One of the most common questions that manufacturers, designers, and engineers often ask when considering injection molding for their production needs is: How long does injection molding take? The short answer? It varies. While the molding process itself can take anywhere from 2 seconds to 2 minutes per cycle, multiple factors come into play that can […]
Undercuts in injection molding refer to design features that enable the production of parts with intricate shapes. However, these complex designs introduce significant challenges, as molded components with undercuts can be difficult to extract from the mold. Additionally, undercuts increase the complexity and cost of the manufacturing process. In this article, we will delve into […]
Injection molding is a widely utilized method for producing high-quality, precision-engineered plastic components. However, achieving exact and consistent tolerances can present challenges, particularly when dealing with complex geometries and strict specifications. Tolerances refer to the allowable variations in dimensions, and they play a crucial role in ensuring the final product’s functionality and effectiveness. In this […]
When investing in a plastic injection mold—whether for a new product line or to improve an existing one—it involves a substantial financial outlay. The design and manufacturing process requires meticulous attention to ensure high quality, operational efficiency, and long-term durability. As an expert mold manufacturer, we recognize the intricacies of this process and understand the […]
Custom plastic injection molding is a widely utilized manufacturing process for producing complex plastic parts. Manufacturing complex injection molded parts involves several key steps and considerations to ensure high quality and precision. The injection molding process usually includes the following 7 stages: Closing the Mold: In order to start injection molding, you first need to move […]