4 Shocking Facts Regarding the Plastic Injection Molding Industry

September 23, 2024

Plastic injection molding has become a very popular method over the last few decades. Just looking around you might not realize just how many every day products and pieces of equipment have been through the plastic injection molding process. Here are some surprising facts about the industry.

Fact 1: Most Well Known Products Are Plastic Injection Molded

Some very popular items in today's world are made using plastic injection molding. Over 400 billion Lego blogs have been created since 1949. Plastic parts are become more commonly used because of their adaptability and convenience. Plastic injection molds are used in a large variety of industries including:



  • Aerospace
  • Sports equipment
  • Medical
  • Food
  • Life Sciences
  • Industrial
  • Electronics
  • Automotive

Fact 2: Injection Molding Is One of the Fastest Methods of Manufacturing

In today's fast pace world speed is a factor in all our business decisions. One of the primary reasons plastic injection molding has become so popular is the speed at which a custom molding can be made. Even very complex molds normally take less than 30 seconds between cycles. 

Fact 3: You Can Use an Endless Variety of Materials

The plastic industry is constantly innovating and expanding. Currently, there are over 80,000 different types of materials available for molding. Choosing the right material is essential for getting the desired result. Ten of the most popular materials used in plastic injection molding are:



  • Nylon (Polyamide)
  • Acrylic 
  • Polycarbonate 
  • Polyoxymethylene (POM)
  • Polystyrene (PS)
  • Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
  • Polypropylene (PP)
  • Polyethylene (PE)
  • Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)
  • Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR)

Fact 4: Injection Molding Process Produces Virtually No Waste

Waste produced is cut down to almost zero through the plastic injection molding process. Only necessary amounts of plastic are used in making each part or product. The excess plastic is ground up and recycled to be used again, therefore minimizing waste. Most manufacturers also have sustainable product options available. 

Let Us Help!

With Bennett Plastics you can create the part or product you need with the help of our expert team. Let us help you with your plastic injection molding project. Contact our team today! 

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