Injection Molding Services

Injection molding is a high-precision manufacturing process used to produce plastic parts by injecting molten thermoplastic material into a custom-designed mold cavity. Once cooled and solidified, the part is ejected in a finished or near-finished state, enabling high repeatability, tight tolerances, and efficient mass production.

Hi-Rel Plastics & Molding Corp. is an ISO 13485:2016, ISO 9001:2015, and AS9100 Rev D certified top of the line custom plastic injection molding company providing precision manufacturing solutions to customers throughout Southern California, Northern California, the Los Angeles metropolitan area, and across the USA. As one of the leading plastic injection molding companies in or near Southern California, we specialize in custom plastic injection molding services, precision engineering, mold manufacturing, and assembly for industries requiring exceptional quality, reliability, and responsive customer service. We deliver complete turnkey manufacturing solutions for OEMs and product manufacturers.

Capabilities

Our Injection Molding services include:

  • Highly-Reliable, high-precision, high-quality injection molding for complex and tight-tolerance plastic components for a wide range of industries using advanced thermoplastic materials and engineered resins.
  • Cost-effective solutions tailored to customer specifications and demanding industry standards
  • Prototype, low-volume, and high-volume production molding capabilities
  • 3D Printing
  • Material selection support
  • Single-shot and multi-shot molding for multi-material and multi-color parts
  • Over molding and insert molding integration for enhanced part functionality
  • Vertical injection molding for insert, over molding, multi-cavity molding, micro molding, clean room injection molding
  • Manufacture complex components with tight tolerances up to ±0.001 inch, maintaining extremely low rejection rates and superior quality standards
  • Mold design support & manufacturing, tooling optimization, and DFM (Design for Manufacturability) assistance. Tool transfer, maintenance, and refurbishment support
  • Press sizes up to 900 tons with 3-axis servo robot capability
  • Automation and robotics (part & sprue picking & placing robots, custom fixtures, automation components, in-mold labeling and in-mold decorating processes) to enhance part quality and consistency; reduce molding labor and part costs; minimize part-to-part variation and waste; and increase machine utilization and efficiency.
  • Finishing & secondary operations such as trimming, CNC machining, pad printing, ultrasonic welding & heat staking, painting, coating & surface finishing, inspection, assembly & packaging
  • On-time delivery with JIT (Kanban) programs

Tight-Tolerance Manufacturing

Precision molding processes ensure accurate, repeatable parts for demanding applications.

Material Versatility

Support for a wide range of engineering-grade thermoplastics.

High-Volume Production

Efficient processes designed for large-scale manufacturing with consistent quality.

Full-Service Capabilities

From prototyping to production and secondary operations, all under one roof.

Injection Blow Molding Process Two-Stage Manufacturing

Key Materials for Injection Molding

  • Polypropylene (PP): A lightweight, cost-effective, and chemically resistant material often used in packaging and consumer products.
  • Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS): Highly popular for electronics and consumer goods due to its stability, ease of molding, and good impact resistance.
  • Nylon (PA6, PA66): Often used with glass filling for high-strength, durable, and temperature-resistant applications, such as automotive under-hood components or electrical connectors.
  • Polycarbonate (PC): Used when high impact strength, transparency, and superior insulation properties are required.
  • Polyethylene (PE – HDPE/LDPE): Ideal for flexible, high-wear applications, such as caps, containers, and household items.
  • Polyether ether ketone (PEEK): High-performance, high-temperature plastic suitable for specialized medical or aerospace components.
  • Polyetherimide (PEI): Excellent heat resistance, high strength, dimensional stability, and inherent flame resistance; commonly used in demanding electrical, automotive, aerospace, and medical applications.
  • Acetal (POM / Polyoxymethylene): Features a high tensile strength, low friction coefficient, and outstanding dimensional stability. It is the premier choice for gears, bushings, and fasteners.
  • Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS): A severe-duty resin with a UL 94 V-0 flame rating and high tensile strength (approx. 21,800 psi). It is extremely dimensionally stable and resistant to harsh chemicals
  • Polyphenylsulfone (PPSU): A high-performance, amorphous thermoplastic renowned for exceptional heat endurance, superior impact strength, and unparalleled hydrolytic stability. Its core characteristics make it ideal for molding durable components in the medical, automotive, and fluid-handling industries
  • Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): High durability, cost-effectiveness, and flame retardancy. Highly versatile, it can be formulated to be rigid or flexible, and naturally resists chemicals, abrasion, and electrical currents, making it ideal for plumbing and electrical applications.
  • Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP): Maintains extreme mechanical strength at high temperatures and is inherently flame retardant. It provides great flowability for thin-walled complex parts and is known in various formulations as Vectra or Zenite.
  • Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE/TPU): Bridge the gap between plastic and rubber, offering flexibility, elasticity, and high impact absorption. Used for soft-touch grips and seals.
  • ULTEM® (PEI): A high-performance engineering thermoplastic known for its exceptional heat resistance, high strength, dimensional stability, and excellent electrical insulation, making it ideal for demanding injection molding applications.
  • Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF): A high-performance fluoropolymer offering outstanding chemical resistance, excellent UV and weather resistance, high purity, and long-term durability for demanding injection molding applications.
  • Glass-Filled Nylon (GF Nylon): A reinforced engineering thermoplastic that provides enhanced strength, stiffness, dimensional stability, and wear resistance while maintaining excellent mechanical performance under demanding conditions.
  • Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT): A durable engineering thermoplastic offering excellent dimensional stability, low moisture absorption, high strength, and outstanding electrical insulating properties.
  • High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS): A versatile, cost-effective thermoplastic that offers good impact resistance, dimensional stability, and ease of processing with an excellent surface finish.
  • Acrylic (PMMA): A transparent thermoplastic known for its exceptional optical clarity, excellent weather and UV resistance, high surface hardness, and attractive glossy finish.

Common Injection Molding Applications

  • Aerospace & Defense: Lightweight interior aircraft components, avionics housings, cable management systems, connector shells, mounting brackets, and non-structural precision plastic parts requiring performance-grade materials
  • Automotive & EV Components: Instrument panel components, electrical connector housings, sensor enclosures, fuse boxes, cable clips, fluid reservoir caps, HVAC ducting components, interior trim parts, and under-hood covers requiring heat and vibration resistance
  • Medical Devices: Syringe components, IV connectors, catheter hubs, diagnostic device housings, drug delivery device enclosures, surgical instrument handles, fluid manifolds, and single-use disposable plastic components requiring precision and cleanliness
  • Electronics & Electrical: PCB housings, wire harness connectors, switch housings, terminal blocks, circuit enclosures, strain relief components, and insulating barriers requiring tight tolerances and dielectric performance
  • Consumer Products & Appliances: Appliance housings, power tool bodies, ergonomic handles, storage containers, caps and closures, dispensing components, and protective covers requiring durability and cosmetic finish quality
  • Industrial Equipment: Machine guards, housing covers, brackets, knobs, levers, fluid system fittings, and structural support components designed for high durability and continuous use environments
  • Cosmetics & Personal Care: Lotion pump components, cosmetic compact housings, dispenser caps, closures, spray nozzles, and packaging components requiring chemical resistance and aesthetic quality
  • Construction & Agricultural: Pipe fittings, irrigation connectors, equipment housings, protective covers, tool components, and field-use plastic hardware designed for weather and impact resistance

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