Materials

Bruin Manufacturing Company works with premier authorized distributors to obtain the highest quality plastic resins for the products we manufacture. Except for PVC or Silicone, Bruin molds virtually any other plastic material in accordance with any standard or requirement you may have. Our extensive list of materials gives our clients the ability to get the exact properties they need for their product such as chemical, impact, moisture or ultraviolet light resistance, durability, or medical grade that can be sterilized. Our team of experts can help you determine the right plastic for your application. A few of the engineered, commodity, or specialty plastics we use are:

Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate (ASA)
Polymethyl Methacrylate AKA Acrylic (PMMA)
Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Polyethylene Terephthalate AKA Polyester (PET)
Polyketone (POK)
Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE)
Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)
Thermoplastic Vulcanizates (TPV)
Thermoplastic Polyolefins (TPO)
Ethylene-vinyl Acetate (EVA)
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Polypropylene (PP)
Polycarbonate (PC)
Polyamide AKA Nylon (PA, PA6, PA66, PA612)
Polyoxymethylene AKA Acetal (POM)
High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE_
Polystyrene (PS)
Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE)

Engineered Plastic Applications

In comparison with more widely used commodity plastics, engineered plastics have better mechanical and thermal properties as well as heightened resistance to chemicals and wear. Uses for engineered plastics include:

Engineering Plastic Types

Engineered plastics are typically produced in small quantities and tend to be more expensive. Common types of these plastics include:

Benefits of Engineered Plastics

Engineered plastic materials offer a wide range of benefits across numerous applications, industries, and specificities of what you are looking for.

Here are some of the benefits of Bruin’s engineered plastics:

Lightweight: Thermoplastics are typically lightweight which makes them suitable for applications that require weight reduction.
Simplified Processing: Thermoplastics are easily molded, extruded, and formed using injection molding techniques.
Cost-Effective: Thermoplastics are cost-effective in comparison to other materials like metals, which can be more expensive.

Chemical Resistance: Thermoplastics are highly resistant to chemicals, including acids and bases. This is beneficial for applications like chemical processing.
Durability: Engineered thermoplastics are durable and long-lasting, withstanding various environmental conditions.
Design Flexibility: Engineered thermoplastics are versatile which allows for creative and complex designs.

Bruin Manufacturing works with top suppliers to obtain the highest quality engineered plastics for products our team manufactures.

Find out if engineered plastics are right for your product by partnering with Bruin Manufacturing. Let’s work together.

Injection Molding Commodity Plastics

Commodity plastics are found throughout daily life, from limited-use items such as plastic bags to high-value items that don’t require precise performance characteristics.

Injection Molding Commodity Plastics Applications

A commodity plastic is a thermoplastic for applications in which mechanical properties and service environments are not critical. Usually affordable and readily available, these plastics are often used for mass production. Items made from commodity plastics include:

Types of Commodity Plastics

Commodity plastics are involved in roughly 80 percent of all thermoplastic production. Examples of this plastic type include:

Bruin Manufacturing works with premier suppliers to obtain the highest quality commodity plastics for products our team manufactures. Team up with Bruin Manufacturing to determine whether commodity plastics meet your needs. With us, injection-molded plastics manufacturing makes sense.

Specialty Plastic Injection Molding

Custom designed to exhibit certain mechanical and chemical characteristics, specialty plastics serve a specific purpose. These plastics do not fit into standard groups because they are made from unusual monomers, possess unique structures or present exotic properties.

Specialty Plastic Injection Molding Applications

Specialty plastics are regularly found in the following:

Types of Speciality Plastics

Specialty plastics are typically produced in small quantities. That’s because every intricate detail is taken into consideration and their development is very sensitive. Some examples of specialty plastics include:

As an injection-molded plastic production fabricator, Bruin Manufacturing takes pride in helping our customers select the right material for the job. We work with leading suppliers to obtain the highest quality specialty plastics for items manufactured with us. Our team can get materials in a range of sizes and shapes to suit your needs.

When your design calls for specialty plastics, Bruin Manufacturing is here for you.

For more information, contact us today!

FAMILY OWNED PLASTIC INJECTION MOLDING COMPANY

Headquartered in Marshalltown, IA since 1949

At Bruin Manufacturing, we are the small parts problem solvers. We offer total, integrated custom injection molding services that can meet your needs for quality, time, and price.