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At PPI, we’re all about sharing the knowledge, because the more you know, the more informed your decision-making process can be and the more confident you are in the process. Get the information you need about plastic injection molding problems and solutions, best practices and the latest industry trends and news through the PPI blog.

Human Hand Holds A Water Bottle Against The Setting Sun. UV-resistant plastic

Which UV Resistant Plastics Won’t Degrade in the Sunlight?

February 28, 2020Blog

When choosing the best plastic for your needs, it is important to consider environmental factors that could potentially limit the life of your plastic product or part. For outdoor applications, UV radiation is one of the primary causes of plastic degradation in outdoor equipment. Luckily, there are a number of plastic materials available on the [&h ... More

Swimming Pool With Blue Water And Transparent Plastic Tent. An example of modern plastic outdoor structures

Top 3 Weatherproof Plastics for Outdoor Structures

January 10, 2020Blog

Historically, materials such as wood and metal have dominated the construction of outdoor structures like playgrounds, greenhouses, and outdoor furniture. However, these materials have numerous weaknesses making them unideal for outdoor use. Wood, for example, is susceptible to rotting, warping, and splintering. Glass, on the other hand, even thoug ... More

Iso 9001 certification; Quality Assurance. Round stamp.

A Simple Guide to ISO 9001 Certification for Small Businesses at a Glance

December 13, 2019Blog

Quality management is widely practiced across the globe to maintain desired levels of excellence. Large companies use quality management to optimize their competitiveness, increase customer satisfaction, and improve the bottom line. However, quality management is not reserved for large corporations only. Small businesses should also invest in quali ... More

3 Ways Proto Plastics Improves Your Supply Chain

November 15, 2019Blog

Your supply chain has a significant impact on your business’s success and survival. As a Deloitte research revealed, 79% of businesses with superior supply chain capabilities report above average revenue growth. In comparison, only 8% of companies with underachieving supply chains have above average revenue growth. Conversely, supply chain af ... More

injection molding - insert molding or over-molding

Should Your Product Use Insert Molding or Over-Molding ?

October 11, 2019Blog

Injection molding your product is all about building in layers. Products are molded from the inside out, starting with the innermost pieces; new layers of product pieces are molded on top to create the final whole. Modern products are almost never a single continuous piece or material. Even items made entirely from injection molding usually [&helli ... More