The Customer’s Challenge:
This old unattractive part was too square, too heavy and too complex. Critical requirements were:
Greater visual appeal; less “boxy” appearance
Lower weight
Selead Proto’ Solution:
Selead Proto proposed and manufactured a seamless, smooth surface. The final result offered less weight, fewer components, and improved stiffness for durability.
Assembly reduction consolidation of two parts into one
Addition of molded in ribs for structural stability and rigidity
Texturizing of the mold and mist coat painting to efficiently impart proper surface finish
Inclusion of a painting groove in the mold to accurately mask for a two toned painting operation
Why Injection Molding?
As a leader in gas assist injection molding for large parts. Selead Proto provided:
Part consolidation/reduction
Highly attractive surface finish
Lower weight; greater stiffness