Which Vertical Machine Fits Your Product? A Quick Selection Guide

Vertical injection molding machines come in several types: fixed-table, single sliding table, double sliding table, rotary table, C-frame, two-color, thermoset BMC and vertical silicone machines. For newcomers to insert molding, here is how typical products map to machine types.

• Fixed-table vertical machine: connectors, USB cables, light strings, data cable overmolding, power cord plugs, network and TV power plugs.
• Single sliding table: inserts without cables, such as keys, buckle overmolding, plastic hangers and overmolded spoons.
• Double sliding table: cable-free parts for computers and telecoms, bag buckles and cosmetic bottle connectors.
• Rotary table: LED lamp caps, small toys and automotive electronic parts.
• C-frame: waterproof switches, charging cables and electrical wires.
• Two-color machine: toothbrush handles, baby products and two-color sporting goods.
• Thermoset BMC machine: cookware handles and high-voltage electrical handles.
• Vertical silicone machine: baby bottle nipples, teethers, silicone tubing, gloves, seals, pot holders, coasters, diving masks and other silicone, medical and baby products.