Do I invest in In-House Automation Capabilities?

At Texas Injection Molding, we understand that engineering precision, process consistency, and uptime are non-negotiable. In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, having the ability to design, engineer, and build custom automation solutions in-house isn’t just a value-add—it’s a strategic necessity. For engineering teams that rely on predictable, scalable production, our internal automation capabilities offer a significant […]

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Texas Injection Molding Maximizes Building Envelope for Storing Plastic Resin

Texas Injection Molding completed the expansion of it’s new materials warehouse in 2024.  Injection molding facilities handle a constant flow of plastic resin, most often delivered in bulk containers like gaylords or super sacks. Storing and moving these heavy loads safely and efficiently is critical to keeping production lines running smoothly. Texas Injection Molding worked

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Launching Large Tooling Projects into Production

Streamlining Complex Projects: Lessons from the Manufacturing Floor What does it take to efficiently manage large-scale industrial projects with numerous components and tight timelines? Insights from Texas Injection Molding offer a compelling glimpse into the intricacies of coordinating complex projects in today’s competitive manufacturing landscape. Collaborative Efforts and Strategic Planning Butch Baker, Engineering Manager at

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Texas Injection Molding Incorporates Presses, Cranes and tools to Safely Move Heavy Injection Molds

Texas Injection Molding Incorporates Presses, Cranes and tools to Safely Move Heavy Injection Molds. Using proper tools to open and close injection molds and move them safely from storage locations to the molding machines is critical to an efficient and safe injection molding operation. Texas Injection Molding demonstrates the process of moving and installing injection

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Best Practices for Injection Molds

Best Practices for Storage, Lifting, and Handling Injection Molds In manufacturing, maintaining the performance and lifespan of injection molds is critical. These molds are central to producing high-quality plastic parts, and their care involves proper storage, lifting, and handling. Adopting best practices not only optimizes mold performance but also ensures the safety of those who

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How It’s Made: Manufacturing Over Molded Pistol Grips

How It’s Made: A Two-Step Approach to Over Molded Pistol Grips Creating a pistol-style grip that exudes both ergonomic comfort and durability involves a precise two-step over molding process. By injecting molded PA66 base parts and over-molding with a thermoplastic urethane (TPU) cover, manufacturers can achieve a perfect balance of stability and resilience that serves

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Injection Molding Operations Run on Power, Water and Air

Injection Molding Operations Run on Power, Water and Air Achieving consistency and quality in injection molding isn’t just about high-tech machinery. It’s about the effective management of power, water, and air. These essential resources are the unsung heroes that ensure precision and reliability in manufacturing processes, and Texas Injection Molding showcases how getting these elements

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