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Injection Moulding
: A plastic moulding process where
molten plastic
is injected into a
metal mould
.
Applications: Includes
toys
, storage tubs,
game controllers
, and chairs.
Identifying Features: Features
thin walls
, superb
surface finish
, and high
accuracy
.
Suitability: Ideal for large
quantities
of
complex
parts with excellent finishes.
Rotational Moulding
: A plastic moulding process where
molten plastic
is tumbled inside a
rotating
mould.
Applications: Used for
kayaks
,
suitcases
, and bins.
Identifying Features: Produces
hollow objects
with no
visible seams
and
uniform wall thickness
.
Suitability: Best for
large
,
hollow
plastic products.