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Technical articles

Notes on moulding, materials, tooling and process.

RF and Dielectrics · 2026-10

Can an RF Dielectric Lens Be Injection Moulded?

Yes. Plastic-IT has moulded RF lens components in production to a 50 micron tolerance and brought them together into finished lenses.

Injection Moulding · 2026-09

What is the minimum order for injection moulding in the UK?

There is no technical minimum. Why moulders set one, what set-up does to the price of a small run and how ten parts still come out right.

Automotive · 2025-12

Choosing Plastics for Automotive Injection Moulding

Which thermoplastics suit car components and what decides the choice between them.

Electronics · 2025-11

Designing Moulded Plastic Parts for Electronics

Explore electronics injection moulding to create durable and reliable components for modern consumer and industrial electronics.

Automotive · 2025-11

Automotive Injection Moulding from Design to Assembly

From design to assembly, Plastic-IT delivers simulation-led automotive injection moulding services with tooling, QA and production.

Injection Moulding · 2025-10

An Overview of Insert Moulding and Its Applications

Discover the benefits, process and applications of insert moulding. Learn how Plastic-IT provides precision insert moulding solutions for various industries.

Industrial · 2025-09

Injection Moulded Parts for Industrial Machinery

Explore the advantages of industrial plastic injection moulding for reliable components in tough industrial environments.

Telecommunications · 2025-08

Choosing Plastics for Telecoms Injection Moulding

Discover how the right telecoms plastic materials enhance durability, performance and safety in communication systems.

Medical Injection Moulding · 2025-07

Solving the Challenges of Low-Volume Medical Production

Need medical-grade parts in small batches? Low volume medical moulding for clinical trials and early production, with cleanroom work through certified partners.

Medical Injection Moulding · 2025-07

Selecting Materials for Medical-Grade Plastic Components

Discover how to choose the right medical-grade plastic materials for your medical device. Contact us today!

Medical Injection Moulding · 2025-07

Injection Moulding for Critical Care Medical Devices

Discover how Plastic-IT supports hospitals and OEMs with precision medical injection moulding for critical care devices.

Construction · 2025-07

Moulded Plastic Parts for Pipework, HVAC and Fixings

Discover how Plastic-IT’s injection moulded plastic components for construction parts improve performance, reduce cost and more

Construction · 2025-07

Moldflow Simulation for Construction Part Tooling

How Moldflow simulation catches part failures and tooling errors on construction components before the steel is cut.

Consumer Goods · 2025-06

The Injection Moulding Journey for Consumer Products

Transform your product idea into reality with consumer product injection moulding that ensures excellent design and cost-effectiveness.

Consumer Goods · 2025-06

Choosing Plastics for Consumer Goods Injection Moulding

Choosing the right consumer goods plastic materials is vital for product success. Learn how material impacts performance and perception.

Agriculture Injection Moulding · 2025-06

Durable Moulded Plastic Parts for Irrigation Systems

Discover how injection moulded plastics solve UV, pressure and chemical issues in modern irrigation systems.

Agriculture Injection Moulding · 2025-06

The Injection Moulding Process for Agricultural Parts

Learn our plastic injection moulding process - how simulation, prototyping and tooling turn your agri product design into field.

Construction · 2025-06

Choosing Plastics for Construction Injection Moulding

Discover the top thermoplastics for building components and how Plastic-IT helps you select the right construction plastic materials.

Agriculture Injection Moulding · 2025-06

Choosing Plastics for Agricultural Injection Moulding

Discover top materials for agricultural plastics types for irrigation, machinery and livestock equipment - matched to real farming.

Injection Moulding · 2025-04

Why Reshore Injection Moulding to the UK?

Reshoring made simple with plastic injection moulding solutions. Reshore manufacturing with simulation and local manufacturing.

Injection Moulding · 2025-03

How to Choose an Injection Moulding Course

Learn what to expect from injection moulding courses and how to choose the best one. Discover expert-led training with Plastic-IT.

Moldflow · 2024-11

How to Leverage Autodesk Moldflow for Optimal Manufacturing

What Autodesk Moldflow is, what it predicts about an injection moulded part, how a study is run and what it cannot tell you.

Injection Moulding · 2022-01

The Resin Identification Code (RIC) system

What the number inside the triangle on a plastic part actually means, all seven codes, and what each one is like to injection mould.

Injection Moulding · 2021-12

A History of Injection Moulding

Explore the fascinating history of injection moulding, from its origins in 1868 to modern advancements. Read today!

Injection Moulding · 2021-12

How to get 20% off your next plastic moulding project.

How to reduce your moulding costs by 20% by optimising the part design using Moldflow simulation software

Moldflow · 2021-06

Moldflow - a brief history

Explore the history of moldflow technology and its impact on engineering since the 1970s. Discover its ongoing relevance today.

Product Design · 2021-01

When poor plastic part design leads to failure

Discover how poor plastic design led to a toilet failure and learn about effective solutions. Insights on material choice and more

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