Expert reports predict that the market for plastic gears around the world will grow at a rate of about 4.4% each year between 2023 and 2028. In 2022, this market was already generating more than $414 million each year. By 2028, demand for plastic...
The CNC machining industry is one of the fastest-growing markets in manufacturing. With a CAGR of 7.1% over the next few years, it's projected to be worth $140.78 billion by 2028. This makes sense when you understand that CNC machining offers...
The global manufacturing industry is projected to be worth $117.7 billion by 2025. Because of this size, it's important that you assemble end products using precise and uniform parts. After all, high-quality output is essential to staying ahead of...
Plastics have been used in the healthcare sector since the 1800s. But what are the common uses of plastic machined products in the medical industry today? Applications for machined products in the medical industry vary. They include items such as...
During your next project, imagine getting a phone call that changes everything. The plastic machinery order you placed is late, and that critical path on your project? It's heading in one direction and not the direction you'd hoped. That's why...
Are you interested in the difference between glass-filled nylon vs polymer? Both glass-filled nylon and polymer are used for a long list of applications. This includes personal care products, cars, and building materials. You may not be sure...
In 2022, the global plastic industry surpassed $600 billion in worth. One type of plastic you may not know about (but encounter often) is often left out in the cold: “acetal plastic.” Have you ever wondered, “What is acetal plastic used...
Plastics, polymers, nylons, and other synthetic materials do not often come out of the manufacturing machines looking like we see them in the store. When a consumer sees plastic parts, they see the smooth, flawless design. Machinists know better....
Are you in the process of engineering a novel product in the aerospace field? Smart thinking. Research shows that the aerospace market is slated to grow 7.7% from 2020 to 2025, reaching nearly $431 billion in 2025. If you need a plastic part for...
Did you know that CNC machining is a direct result of the Industrial Revolution? First used in the 1960s, this technology has evolved substantially and can create parts otherwise not possible. CNC machining is a sophisticated manufacturing...