Gregstrom’s plastics blog is the place to learn more about custom rotational molding, heavy-gauge thermoforming, and a full range of assembly and testing services that adds value to your plastics projects.
Gregstrom’s rotomolding and thermoforming blog is where you’ll find expert advice and technical information about the the production of high-quality plastic parts. Topics in our plastics industry blog include custom rotational molding and heavy-gauge thermoforming. Additional blog topics from Gregstrom Corporation include design assistance, tooling services, CNC and robotic routing, assembly and testing, and finishing and quality assurance. What additional information or resources would you like to read about in Gregstrom’s plastics blog? Contact us.
June 25, 2018
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Rotational molding (rotomolding) is replacing metal parts with plastic ones in many industrial, commercial, and consumer applications. As a plastics manufacturing…
May 29, 2018
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Heavy gauge thermoforming turns thick plastic sheets into extremely durable parts. Applications include enclosures, housings, and panels for vehicles, instruments,…
April 26, 2018
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Instrument housings and assemblies are cases or enclosures that protect an instrument (such as a medical device) from environmental conditions.…
February 28, 2018
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3D CAD has revolutionized how rotomolded parts are designed and made. 2D CAD was an improvement over blueprints and drawings,…
January 22, 2018
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Rotomolded parts for industrial applications are often ready-to-use after they’re removed from the mold. By contrast, plastics manufacturing processes such…
November 20, 2017
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Learn about blind holes, through holes, and undercut holes for rotational molding design. Rotational molding produces strong, hollow plastic parts.…
October 31, 2017
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Corner radiuses are part features that serve two main functions in rotational molding design. First, they distribute stress from the…
October 18, 2017
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Gregstrom’s rotational molding capabilities were featured in the September 2017 issue of Rotoworld magazine. Learn more about the “Swing Time””…
September 28, 2017
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Draft angles make it easier to remove a rotomolded part from a cavity. These tapers are measured in degrees per…
August 25, 2017
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Kiss-off ribbing is a term that’s used in rotational molding to describe a solid, reinforcing structure that transmits a load…