Business Machines
Today’s business machines remain vital to the work of companies globally. Printers, copiers, scanners, and more power critical daily workflows. As the technology behind these devices has evolved, so has the design. Reliability, cost-effectiveness, and aesthetic appeal are all vital elements for business machines. Plastic injection molding offers an ideal solution to deliver those elements.
At Reliant Worldwide Plastics, we are proficient in mold design for business machines. By collaborating with us, you can streamline your next project with access to robust manufacturing capabilities.
Injection Molding for Business Machines
There are several reasons why plastic injection molding is the ideal manufacturing choice when making components for printers and scanners. Plastic has been the go-to in this arena for many years. Here’s why:
- It’s more cost-effective. Plastics are readily available. Effective strategic sourcing can lower the cost per part without sacrificing quality.
- It’s lightweight. Metal isn’t ideal for most business machine construction. Plastic provides durable but lightweight housings and parts.
- It can conform to strict design tolerances. Plastic is ideal for internal components that must withstand wear or interface closely with one another, such as the gears inside a copy machine.
- It comes in many material forms. Thermoplastic resins offer many material properties, making them versatile for internal and external use in business machines.
- It’s easy to scale up to meet increasing demand. Injection molding is perfect for high-volume production. When you need more components, you can easily increase your capacity.
Molded Interior Components for Business Machines
As for potential molding applications, plastics can be a part of almost any business machine. Interiors often have sprockets, bushings, bearings, and more made of plastic. Such manufacturing flexibility means injection molding is suitable for many products, such as:
- A printer, scanner or other multi-function device
- Larger commercial printer solutions, such as publications
- A handheld or desktop label printer
- Copy machines
- Computer components, including keyboard parts, housings, and more
- Telephone components
Molded Exteriors for Business Machines
Exteriors of these products are often entirely plastic molded or have multiple bonded elements. Print housings, exterior shells, and even some plastic buttons are examples of parts we can assist with. Through our understanding of the latest thermoplastics and trends in finishes, we deliver results suitable for the modern office space.
While the appearance of a copier may not impact its function, an office with harmonized visuals is a more enjoyable workspace. Improved appearances are significant during the sales phase, too. High-quality molding and good looks can imply that the unit’s functionality is similarly excellent.
Rapid Prototyping and Mold Flow Analysis
Balancing form and function is critical, especially when transitioning internal metal components to plastic. Can you achieve the same level of durability? Do you need to make design changes because of different material properties? Most importantly, can you achieve the quality your customers demand?
At Reliant, our goal is to help you answer these questions. We provide more than technical answers; we provide real-world design and engineering capabilities. Working with our engineers, your team can invest in parts and products that deliver the desired results. We do this in several ways:
- We collaborate closely with our partners to update or create new designs. We use AutoCAD and SolidWorks to create highly detailed and precise component designs that meet your specifications.
- We invest substantial effort in pre-production design validation. To verify design reliability, we use rapid prototyping technologies, including 3D printing.
- We use computer technology to design and validate whole mold designs. Using Moldflow analysis, we examine how molten plastic would fill the mold in a production environment. Through an Autodesk Moldflow simulation, we ensure your investment in tooling is sound and ready for high-volume production.
- We strive to eliminate costly production delays that impact deadlines and force schedule slippage. Our commitment to excellence from the earliest design stages to the end ensures better results for our clients.
Build Better Business Machines With Reliant
Modern business machines are at the heart of daily office work. For manufacturers of this equipment, remaining competitive is essential. Improving your product through better materials, lighter components, expert manufacturing, and contemporary aesthetics are all part of staying ahead of the curve. With Reliant Plastics, you can enjoy a streamlined approach to plastic injection mold design and manufacturing.
From initial design to mold flow validation and actual tooling production, we support our partners at every step. Over more than five decades in operation, Reliant Worldwide Plastics has consistently delivered a service characterized by flexibility, quality, and transparency. Extend the impact of your budget and reduce troublesome delays. Connect with our team today to discuss your business machine design requirements.