Plastic Injection Molding for Industrial Applications
Heavy-duty applications demand heavy-duty parts that withstand excessive force, impact and repetitive use. American Plastic Products (APP) crafts custom components for the rigors of industrial applications, backed by decades of experience and an integrated turnkey approach.
Whether you manufacture equipment, supply components or manage ongoing maintenance needs, we align our services with your operations. From building proprietary molds to finishing and logistics, our capabilities help maintain a consistent stream of precision parts for agricultural, construction, manufacturing and other industrial applications.
Discover how our capabilities can help enhance your bottom line.
Why Are Plastics Used in Industrial Applications?
The flexibility and adaptability of plastic keep the industrial sphere running.
- Lightweight and durable: Reduce weight while achieving performance comparable to metal parts. For machinery and equipment, injection-molded thermoplastic parts can be made to withstand friction forces, provide lubrication and resist chemical exposures.
- Suited to the application: Plastics can support soundproofing and industry safety standards while resisting high heat, UV exposure, below-freezing temperatures and other harsh conditions. These properties can help limit wear and tear to extend equipment lifespan.
- High-volume, cost-effective manufacturing: The availability of plastic resins and consistency of injection molding enable a steady supply of identical parts, essential for repairing a fleet or supplying equipment across industries.
What Types of Plastic Are Used for Industrial Applications?
APP turns to an expansive array of resins to support industrial-grade performance.
- Acetal: A low-friction, shapeable plastic that resists impact forces.
- Nylon: A friction-resistant plastic with self-lubricating properties.
- PET: A high-tolerance, stain-resistant and shatter-resistant recyclable plastic.
- Polycarbonate: A clear, impact-resistant plastic preferred for windows and shields.
- ABS: A heat-resistant and impact-resistant terpolymer renowned for its adaptability.
- High-density polyethylene (HDPE): A plastic with superior tensile strength and a high strength-to-weight ratio.
What Are Common Applications for Industrial Plastic Parts?
Plastic parts are used throughout the industrial sector.
- Equipment: Lightweight, impact-resistant plastic components keep harvesting equipment, cranes, forklifts, boom lifts, cherry pickers, and oil and gas equipment moving every day.
- Gears: Certain plastic materials can resist grinding, cracking and direct metal contact.
- Guards: Clear plastic creates a barrier between users and equipment while maintaining visibility and limiting particle and chemical exposure.
- Enclosures: Many housings, panels and handles feature plastic construction to reduce weight and protect delicate internal components.
- Operational components: Plastic supports fluid circulation and temperature control across many industrial applications, including cooling towers, materials handling, pump-and-valve functions and wastewater management.
- Complete the job: Plastic can also be used for seating surfaces, labels and other components that support equipment operation.
What Industrial Plastic Manufacturing Capabilities Does APP Offer?
Creation is the core of what we do, complemented by an extensive array of molding, finishing and inventory management services. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, APP works to align our capabilities with your standards, production timeline and operations.
We support industrial sectors and applications with:
- Commitment to quality and safety standards: Our processes are designed to meet applicable quality, safety and industry requirements.
- End-to-end operations: We support your project from mold development through production, finishing, inventory management and shipping.
- Versatile, customized capabilities: APP can provide high-volume, injection-molded plastic parts for electrical and water systems, construction, chemical handling, energy, oil and gas, welding and cutting, agriculture and food production, heavy-duty equipment, aerospace and aviation applications.
What Types of Industrial Plastic Parts Can APP Manufacture?
Turn APP into a source for a wide range of industrial plastic parts:
Power Transmission & Motion Components
- Bearings
- Bushings
- Chain guides
- Gears
- Guide rails
- Pulleys
- Sheaves
- Sliding pads
- Sprockets
- Wear plates and strips
Equipment Protection & Structural Components
- Caps
- Covers and housing
- Doors and handles
- Liners
- Machine guards
- Outrigger pads
- Windshields and safety shields
Electrical & Production Components
- Bobbins
- Electrical insulators
- Feeders
- Nuts
- Shaker bars
- Spacers
- Winders
Looking for a Trusted Industrial Partner?
Exploring a new source for injection-molded plastic parts? APP is ready to help! Discover our capabilities for manufacturing parts for industrial applications or contact us to talk next steps.