Cost Considerations for Medical Device Molding Over the course of nearly two decades, I've been involved in the development of various components for a wide array of medical devices. From insulin pumps to surgical tools for cataract procedures, enteral feeding systems, and diagnostic equipment, the range of projects has been extensive. As medical molders, our role often involves collaborating with clients to enhance design for manufacturing efficiency, part quality, and cost-effectiveness.  Read More

Local manufacturers and sister companies, Micro Mold Co., Inc. and Plastikos & Plastikos Medical were recently named 3rd and 4th place, respectively, in the 2024 Best Places to Work in Manufacturing results. The annual list of the Best Places to Work in Manufacturing was created by Best Companies Group and recently announced at the South Carolina Manufacturing Conference and Expo.  Read More

ERIE, PA (June 16, 2022). Micro Mold Co., Inc, a precision moldmaker headquartered in Erie, PA, is making room for a new Yasda YMC650 high speed 5-Axis milling center along with a 3R Workpartner automation cell. This additional 5-axis milling machine is extremely accurate to 1 Micron (0.000040”), ideal for high volume, ultra-precision tooling work. Chris Hanes, Micro Mold’s General Manager commented, “The new 5-Axis Yasda is a welcomed addition to our tooling capabilities. We expect to  Read More

ERIE, PA (April 7, 2022). Plastikos began working with RJG in 2009 when the electrical connector market was the bulk of their business model. Due to the small piezo sensors RJG offered, their equipment looked to be a good fit for Plastikos’ modular tooling. When these sensors were introduced and the tooling retrofitted, RJG worked alongside the company to ensure success. As Plastikos expanded into medical device markets and Plastikos Medical came online, the relationship with RJG simultaneously  Read More

ERIE, PA (March 3, 2021). Plastikos Medical officially opened its doors for business in September 2019 – down the street from Plastikos’ headquarters – to focus on manufacturing precision molded product for class II and class III medical devices. During the development phase of the project, the owners strategically separated the facilities growth plans into two phases. Phase I of Plastikos Medical consists of today’s current structure that was completed in 2019; a 25,000 ft² facility with  Read More