Mold Design & Fabrication for Complex Medical Devices With 25 years of experience in mold development and project management, I have encountered the full spectrum of challenges in production mold designs and builds. Once a mold is constructed, making significant improvements can be expensive and, in some cases, may only be possible through complete replacement. Therefore, a thorough evaluation of product design requirements and manufacturing needs is essential for ensuring long-term Read More
Process Optimization for Medical Injection Molding
Process Optimization for Medical Injection Molding Processing continually proves to be my biggest passion since earning degrees in Plastics Engineering Technology and Manufacturing Management from Penn State University. I love successfully troubleshooting a pesky problem and the fulfilling thrill of qualifying a new mold and handing it over to the production team. We need to ensure a systematic approach to process development and troubleshooting methods to achieve our targeted OEE, and most Read More
Training & Education for Medical Molding
Training & Education for Medical Molding Our Company’s efforts to meet the demands of the modern-day job seekers and employees for a medical injection molding company must reach beyond the traditional hiring and development strategies. At Micro Mold, Plastikos, and Plastikos Medical, we are committed to providing both internal as well as external training and development to maximize all our employees’ potential. TECHNICAL SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP At the High School level, we partner with Read More
Infrastructure Planning for Cleanroom Manufacturing
Infrastructure Planning for Cleanroom Manufacturing Plastikos’ journey into cleanroom molding started with just one press and a vision for expansion to support the medical molding industry even before we had a customer that required the space. “If you build it, they will come.” THE JOURNEY FROM ONE CLEANROOM PRESS TO A THRIVING OPERATION In 2009-2010 we created a temporary cleanroom at Plastikos, equipped with Arburg’s clean air module that covers the clamping area of the machine, sealed Read More
Cost Considerations for Medical Device Molding
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
Micro Mold Co., Inc. and Plastikos, Inc. Awarded 3rd and 4th Place in 2024 Best Places to Work in Manufacturing
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
Micro Mold Undergoes Renovations and Invests in New Equipment.
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
Plastikos & Plastikos Medical receive RJG’s first annual Mold Smart Award.
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
Plastikos Medical accelerates Phase II of expansion plans. Plastikos coverts whiteroom space to ISO 8 cleanroom.
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
Regrind, Reuse, Recycle – Plastikos Medical Makes Sustainability a Top Priority
Aware of the growing concerns surrounding plastic recyclability and sustainability, Plastikos, Inc., located in Erie, Pennsylvania, has taken steps to be at the forefront in addressing these issues. The custom injection molder and its sister company Micro Mold believe “success isn’t simply measured in dollars and cents. It’s the satisfaction of knowing that we help our customers deliver revolutionary products – and that their end users benefit greatly from our involvement,” according to the Read More
