Since it was invented in 1872, plastic injection molding has played an increasingly vital role in manufacturing various products that we encounter in our daily lives. From consumer goods to automotive components to medical devices, plastic injection molding enables the production of high-quality and cost-effective parts. In recent years, stack molds have emerged as a…
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You see their ubiquitous “UL” label on products ranging from vacuum cleaners to laptops: Underwriters Solutions (formerly Underwriters Laboratories) is such a well-known logo, many people mistake it for a government seal-of-approval. But Underwriters Solutions is a private company, albeit one that works closely with OSHA (Occupational Health & Safety Administration), a federal agency. And…
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AdvanTech Plastics “nose” plastic injection molded nasal syringes! After all, we have the capability to manufacture them with zero defects! So what exactly are nasal syringes? Well, nasal syringes are a crucial medical tool used for various applications, including administering medications, cleaning nasal passages, and relieving congestion. Among the different types of nasal syringes available,…
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The field of medical technology has seen remarkable advancements in recent years, with plastic injection molding playing a significant role in the development of various medical devices. One such device that has gained prominence in the field of dentistry and maxillofacial surgery is the medical obturator. In this article, we will delve into the manufacturing…
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AdvanTech Plastics is “leading” the way in the re-shoring phenomenon that is prompting many companies to bring back manufacturing from overseas. Or should we say “leading” in the drastic reduction of lead-times our customers experience in the production of their components. Recently, AdvanTech began production of a plastic housing unit for a battery charger that…
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Plastics are so ideal for medical devices, it’s “sick”! Why? Just look at the history: plastics have played a crucial role in the development of medical devices, and their use has revolutionized the field of medicine. From disposable syringes to implantable devices, plastics have made medical treatments safer, more efficient, and cost-effective. And that’s quite…
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“Off-Shoring”… Once upon a time, that was a magical incantation for American manufacturers. Beginning in the ’70s, then accelerating into a crescendo in the ’90s, off-shoring became a mantra for manufacturers, big and small. The lure of lowering costs and maximizing profits by moving manufacturing to countries with lower labor costs and material sourcing, like…
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In alignment with the AdvanTech Plastics Sustainability Mission Statement, “we are committed to manufacturing products through economically-sound processes that minimize negative environment impacts”. To help achieve that mission, AdvanTech has proudly moved towards “greener” plastic injection molding machines with the latest commissioning of a Sumitomo 112 ton and a larger Sumitomo 320 ton. Even though…
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There was a time in the late 90’s and early ’00s when it seemed like nothing would ever be manufactured in the USA again. It appeared that China and other low-cost labor nations would snap up every last manufactured widget from plastic medical devices to plastic car parts, from every last higher labor-cost nation in…
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Spoiler alert: when comparing polymer plastics suitable for plastic medical devices, thermoplastics are the Mayo Clinic, if you will, while thermosets are a very competent regional health center. In other words, thermosets aren’t nearly as ubiquitous as thermoplastics but they do have a place in the universe of plastic medical devices. For example, thermosetting plastics like silicone,…
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