Design Mistakes to Avoid in Plastic Injection Moulding Projects
When it comes to plastic injection moulding, even small design oversights can lead to costly production delays, part failures, or quality issues. For many businesses, the process seems straightforward-create a design, build the mould, and start moulding. But the truth is far more complex. Effective plastic manufacturing in the UK requires thoughtful planning, precise engineering, and a deep understanding of how materials behave inside the mould. That’s why avoiding common design mistakes is essential for ensuring efficient production, optimal performance, and long-term reliability. Below are the most frequent design missteps-and how you can prevent them to achieve consistent success in your injection moulding projects. Ignoring Material Behaviour in Design One of the biggest mistakes designers make is selecting a plastic material too late in the process. Each polymer behaves differently in terms of flow, shrinkage, chemical resistance, and temperature tolerance. If you choose a materi...