Injection Molding Services

Frigate specializes in creating highly customized, on-demand prototype or production molds tailored to a diverse array of industries, from automotive to medical devices. Our offerings include a wide selection of materials, polishes, surface textures, and colors, ensuring your components meet both functional and aesthetic requirements.

What We Do

Our Injection Molding Offerings

Our experienced engineers build custom molds tailored to your specific needs. We offer various molding options to suit your project requirements.

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Advanced Capabilities & Applications

Advanced Machinery and Diverse Material Capabilities for Exceptional Outcomes

At Frigate, we harness cutting-edge Toshiba and STM machines, ranging from 100 to 775 tons, to ensure precise and efficient manufacturing processes. Our state-of-the-art equipment empowers us to work with a diverse array of materials, including Nylon, ABS, Polycarbonate, and engineering-grade polymers, among others. 

Whether it’s small medical inserts or large automotive and defense parts, our machinery and material capabilities enable us to cater to a wide range of needs. We specialize in engineering-grade polymers, utilizing advanced techniques to achieve intricate shapes and contours with precision. 

Our Clients

Our Business Verticals

Automotive

Electrical

Medical

Aerospace

Construction

Agriculture

Oil & Gas

Renewable Energy

Injection Molding Process

Our injection molding process begins with meticulous material preparation, followed by melting and injection into precision-crafted molds made from steel or aluminum. As the molten plastic cools and solidifies, it takes the shape of the desired part. Throughout this streamlined process, we uphold strict quality control measures to ensure each component meets our high standards for accuracy and durability.

After a thorough inspection, the finished parts are expertly packaged and delivered to our clients, guaranteeing reliable and timely service. 

Leverage Our Injection Molding Expertise for Flawless Part Production

At Frigate, we go beyond simply quoting your project. Our certified injection molding experts meticulously review your drawing and 3D files. We then engage in a collaborative consultation to ensure your design specifications translate perfectly into high-quality, functional parts. We analyze your design for optimal production and part quality, including, 

  • Machinability (part size, tolerances) 
  • Material selection 
  • Functionality (surface finishes, draft angles) 
  • Cost-effectiveness (undercuts, wall thickness, radii) 

Versatile Materials for Superior Moulding

At Frigate, we utilize a diverse range of materials to meet the unique needs of our clients, 

  • Noril 30% GF
  • Nylon 30% GF
  • ABS
  • Polycarbonate
  • Nylon 66
  • Engineering
  • Grade Polymers

 

With our expertise in injection molding, we can mold a variety of products and parts, ranging from small medical inserts to large automotive and defense components. 

 

Our Injection Molding Process

Precision Tooling Design

Advanced CAD software designs complex molds with precise dimensions, ensuring high accuracy and minimal variation in parts. This includes considerations for venting, gating, and cooling channels to optimize flow and cooling rates. 

Closed-Loop Process Control

Injection molding machines use closed-loop systems to control temperature, pressure, and speed during injection. This ensures tight control over material flow and consistent part quality across multiple cycles. 

Material Flow Simulation

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulates material flow in the mold cavity. This helps optimize the injection pressure, speed, and temperature to reduce material wastage and avoid defects like short shots or air traps. 

Multi-Stage Cooling

The mold design often incorporates multiple temperature-controlled cooling channels in stages. This ensures uniform cooling, reducing cycle time while maintaining part quality and minimizing residual stresses in the final part. 

Gate and Runner Optimization

Advanced molding techniques, such as hot runner and cold runner systems, control the material flow into the mold. Hot runner systems reduce waste by heating the material, while cold runner systems minimize the material left behind after the molding cycle. 

In-Mold Sensor Integration

In real-time, modern injection molding machines use integrated sensors to monitor critical parameters like pressure, temperature, and mold displacement. These sensors allow for adjustments during molding, ensuring high precision and early detection of potential defects. 

Frigate Approach

Why choose Frigate?

Experience precision, reliability, and efficiency with Frigate’s injection molding services. Trust us to deliver superior quality components tailored to your specifications, from material selection to final delivery. Contact us today to discuss your project needs and discover how Frigate can support your manufacturing requirements with excellence. 

Compliance for Injection Molding Services

We are committed to the highest compliance standards for our injection molding services. We integrate stringent industry regulations and certifications throughout our production processes to guarantee precision, safety, and environmental responsibility. Our services are continually monitored to ensure quality and regulatory adherence, providing customers with reliable and safe products. 

Key Compliance for Injection Molding Services

ISO 9001:2015

Quality management systems certification ensuring consistent product quality. 

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental management systems certification for minimizing environmental impact. 

UL 94

Flammability certification for plastic materials used in electrical and electronic components. 

FDA 21 CFR Part 820

Compliance with medical device manufacturing regulations for healthcare applications. 

RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU

Certification for restricting hazardous substances in electronics and automotive parts.

REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006

Certification for managing the safe use of chemicals in materials for European markets.

Tolerance for Injection Molding Services

Part Dimensions
±0.005 to ±0.010 inches (±0.125 to ±0.25 mm)

Precision in part dimensions, varying by size and complexity. 

Wall Thickness
±0.003 to ±0.010 inches (±0.08 to ±0.25 mm)

Wall thickness directly impacts material flow and cooling rates, influencing tolerance. 

Hole Diameter
±0.002 to ±0.005 inches (±0.05 to ±0.13 mm)

Precision is crucial for holes that require assembly or functional fitting. 

Length/Width
±0.005 to ±0.010 inches (±0.13 to ±0.25 mm)

Essential for parts with tight dimensional requirements in assembly or fitting. 

Flatness
±0.005 to ±0.020 inches (±0.13 to ±0.51 mm)

Ensures that surfaces are within flatness specifications for assembly. 

Surface Finish (Ra)
32 to 63 µin (Ra)

Surface texture; Ra defines roughness average, crucial for visual or functional finishes. 

Part Weight
±0.5% to ±3%

Material consistency and weight tolerances are important for function and cost. 

Registration/Alignment
±0.003 to ±0.010 inches (±0.08 to ±0.25 mm)

Critical for parts requiring precise alignment with other components. 

Cavity Depth
±0.001 to ±0.005 inches (±0.025 to ±0.13 mm)

Depth variations can affect part consistency and mold integrity. 

Warpage/Distortion
±0.005 to ±0.030 inches (±0.13 to ±0.76 mm)

Dependent on material shrinkage and cooling rate, affecting part shape. 

Taper/Angle
±0.5° to ±2°

Precision on draft angles is vital for part ejection and mold integrity. 

Sink Marks
±0.005 to ±0.020 inches (±0.13 to ±0.51 mm)

Sink marks occur due to uneven cooling or thick walls, often requiring control in part design. 

Ejector Pin Mark
±0.002 to ±0.005 inches (±0.05 to ±0.13 mm)

Minor dimensional variation for parts with ejector pin impressions. 

Textured Surface
±0.005 to ±0.020 inches (±0.13 to ±0.51 mm)

Tolerances on textured or patterned surfaces vary by complexity. 

Overmolding Tolerance
±0.005 to ±0.010 inches (±0.13 to ±0.25 mm)

Tolerances for parts that involve overmolding or multi-material processes. 

Flow Length
±0.5% to ±2%

Impact on flow length affects material consistency and part uniformity. 

Mold Temperature
±1° to ±2°C

Temperature variation within the mold can affect dimensional stability and cycle time. 

Injection Pressure
±100 to ±500 psi

Variations in injection pressure can affect material flow, part density, and accuracy. 

Cooling Time
±1 to ±3 seconds

Cooling time variations can influence material shrinkage and part warpage. 

Shrinkage
±0.5% to ±2%

Material shrinkage during cooling can affect the final dimensions of molded parts. 

Quality Testing Standards for Injection Molding Services

Flowability
Melt Flow Index (MFI) Test

Measures the flow rate of the molten plastic, indicating its flowability under specific conditions. 

Elastic Modulus
Tensile Test (Young's Modulus)

Measures the material's resistance to deformation under stress, assessing rigidity and flexibility. 

Cavity Pressure
Pressure Sensors

Monitors the pressure inside the mold cavity during injection, ensuring consistent material flow. 

Thermal Stability
Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)

Measures the material’s degradation rate as it is exposed to increasing temperatures, ensuring stability. 

Tensile Strength
Tensile Test

Determines the maximum stress a material can withstand without breaking, important for load-bearing parts. 

Elongation at Break
Tensile Test

Measures the extent to which a material can elongate before breaking, crucial for flexibility. 

Fatigue Resistance
Fatigue Testing (Sine Wave)

Assesses the material's ability to resist cyclic loading and wear over time. 

Impact Resistance
Izod Impact Test

Tests the material's ability to absorb energy during impact, evaluating toughness and brittleness. 

Chemical Resistance
Chemical Exposure Test

Exposes the molded part to different chemicals to determine how it reacts, ensuring durability in harsh environments. 

Part Stress
Strain Gauge Testing

Measures the strain or deformation in parts under specific stress conditions, ensuring load-bearing capability. 

Surface Hardness
Rockwell Hardness Test

Assesses the hardness of the molded material, indicating its resistance to wear and indentation. 

Shrinkage/Expansion
Dimensional Measurement

Measures the changes in dimensions of parts due to shrinkage or expansion during cooling, ensuring tolerance control. 

Temperature Resistance
Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) Test

Measures the temperature at which the material deforms under a specified load, indicating its heat resistance. 

Flow Channel Design
Flow Simulation Software

Simulates how molten material will flow through the mold, identifying areas of potential flow issues or defects. 

Moisture Content
Moisture Analyzer

Determines the amount of moisture in the material before molding to avoid material defects or inconsistency in the molded part. 

Density
Density Measurement

Measures the mass per unit volume of the material, confirming that it meets the required density for specific applications. 

Mold Temperature Variations
Thermocouple Testing

Monitors and measures temperature differences in various mold zones to ensure uniform cooling and consistency of the molded part. 

Part Orientation
X-Ray Inspection

Examines internal structural orientation or alignment within the mold to identify any potential issues with material flow or defects. 

Tensile Modulus
Universal Testing Machine

Measures the material's response to stress, providing information on its stiffness and elastic properties. 

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Which Molding Process Is Best?

There are three primary procedures to consider when plastic injection molding: hybrid, electric, and hydraulic. Speak with a qualified engineer for advice on the best course of action for your project. 

How to Figure Out the Volume Needs?

Let Frigate help you determine the volume of your project. Our plant specializes in low, intermediate, and high-volume injection molding to meet the demands of different projects. 

How Much Does the Process Cost?

Since precise molds are the main manufacturing expense, it is imperative to invest in high-quality steel molds. Frigate guarantees long-lasting molds that provide great return on investment. 

How can I reduce mold costs?
  1. Eliminate Undercuts. 
  2. Simplify Features. 
  3. Employ Core Cavity Approach. 
  4. Minimize Cosmetic Finishes. 
  5. Design Self-Mating Parts. 
  6. Optimize Mold Reuse. 
  7. Prioritize DFM Analysis. 
  8. Utilize Multi-Cavity Molds. 
  9. Assess Part Size. 

Optimize your mold costs with these strategic approaches for efficient and cost-effective production. 

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LOCATIONS

Global Sales Office

818, Preakness lane, Coppell, Texas, USA – 75019

Registered Office

23, 6th West Street, Balaji Nagar, Kattur,  Pappakuruchi, Tiruchirappalli-620019, Tamil Nadu, India.

Operations Office

9/1, Poonthottam Nagar, Ramanandha Nagar, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore-641035, Tamil Nadu, India. ã…¤

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